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Assam: Bill on Uniform Civil Code (UCC), a partisan act?
The Assam Government will introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the State Legislative Assembly on May 26, 2026
Free Safoora: Indians hold car rally in Canada in solidarity with student activist
Safoora Zargar was arrested by the police under the UAPA for being part of anti-CAA protests
Cops want to question the messenger, not answer questions raised?
Delhi Police summons Indian Express journalist for reporting on allegedly doctored audio clip of Tablighi Jamaat chief Saad
Front Line defenders criticizes repression of dissent and arrest of student activists
Even in the lockdown, the police has been on a spree, arresting student activists and other human rights leaders associated with the anti-CAA protests
New political and economic models needed
Image Courtesy:counterview.netAs people stayed inside for close to a...
Scientist and socio-political activist Dr. Swati passes away
She had worked extensively with Dalits, Adivasis, farmers and workers all the while championing scientific temper as well
Will the hate mongering against India’s Muslim community stop if Tablighi head’s viral audio clip turns out to be doctored?
Shocking new revelations, if true, could turn the tide in the case. But will it be enough to end the communal wildfires spreading across India?
Dr Zafar ul Islam Khan must be protected from all harassment and intimidation
The chairman of the Delhi Minorities Commission, Dr Zafar ul Islam Khan, faces sedition charges for one of his tweets.
Mumbai’s Covid-19 woes worsen
Probe ordered into hospital keeping dead bodies kept next to patients, even as blood banks are facing a shortage of supply. Also two BDD chawls have been ordered to be sealed for the next week
16 migrant workers run over by train in Aurangabad, Opposition demands answers
Say Central govt alone responsible for tragedy that was completely avoidable
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