Email: sabrangind@gmail.com
Memories of ‘Nine Eleven’ today
On a day remembered and vilified, the author recalls moments of despair, brute violence and historical significance. All on the ninth of September….
Global funds staying away from India, Modi magic failing?
Cite concerns over political instability and economic downturn
Nadella on CAA: “Would love to see Bangladeshi immigrant create the next unicorn in India”
He also said that the current situation in India was “bad” and “sad”
Keralites languish in Norwegian refugee camps
Information was provided by a Norwegian academic with roots in Kerala at the Loka Kerala Sabha yesterday
Calcutta HC prevents deportation of Rohingya couple, wins hearts
The High Court passed an injunction to restrain the government from deporting a Rohingya couple, on humanitarian grounds.
India’s 200 million Muslims could be affected by CAA-NRC: US report
CRS report examines agenda of India’s “Hindu Nationalist Government”, examines possible impact of CAA-NRC
Indian Foreign Minister refuses to meet Pramila Jayapal for raising concerns about Kashmir
The Indian origin US Congresswoman had recently introduced a resolution calling on the Indian Government to uphold human rights in Kashmir
Indian American Muslim Council condemns police brutality during anti-CAA protests in India
International organisations come together to organise solidarity meets and protests in Texas
International condemnation for CAA, travel advisories issued
UN condemns CAA as “fundamentally discriminatory”, US, Canada and others issue travel advisories.
Preparation for a genocide under way in India: Dr. Gregory Stanton
Internationally acclaimed expert raises concerns about possible mass extermination of Muslims while briefing US Congress on situation in Kashmir and Assam.
Japan PM cancels Guwahati trip
Anti-CAB protests in Assam continue despite curfews and police intimidation
Related VIDEOS
ALL STORIES
ALL STORIES
Rule of Law
Monitoring Torture: SC’s suo motu action on custodial deaths and CCTV camera non-compliance
The Court’s suo motu action highlights how weak compliance with its 2020 CCTV directions has left detainees vulnerable and accountability elusive.
Rule of Law
How Courts Prise Open Small Spaces for Liberty: Union of India v. Saleem Khan
By distinguishing “association” from proscribed membership, the Court reaffirmed that the constitutional guarantee of a speedy trial overrides Section 43D (5)
India
Jagdeep Chhokar: A relentless pursuer of electoral and democratic reforms passes away
Since his retirement from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmedabad, he was co-founder of the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR); besides, he had also been associated with ‘Aajeevika’ Bureau for over a decade, working on internal migration related issues
Communalism
Akola 2023 targeted violence: Police officers must shed communal colours when they put on their uniforms says Supreme Court
The Hindu, New Indian Express and Indian Express all reported that the top court on Thursday, September 11, directed action against police who ignored a teenage Muslim assault victim and eyewitness to murder during the 2023 Akola communal riots; the SC ordered a probe by SIT comprising Muslim and Hindu officers
Communalism
PUCL slams recently passed Rajasthan anti-conversion bill as “draconian and unconstitutional”
Civil liberties body says bill criminalises faith, dialogue, and choice; demands Governor/President intervention
Rights
From Tribunals to DCs, 10 Days to Prove Citizenship: Assam’s radical shift in “foreigner” expulsions
Cabinet move under the 1950 Act empowers District Commissioners to expel alleged foreigners in 10 days, raising constitutional concerns over due process and separation of powers
India
Memories of ‘Nine Eleven’ today
On a day remembered and vilified, the author recalls moments of despair, brute violence and historical significance. All on the ninth of September….