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Lord Ram, in my sixth letter I appeal to your diverse forms

This is the sixth letter in a series: the writer's point is to emphasise the importance of diverse perspectives, critical thinking, and open discourse when portraying Lord Ram and discussing his significance in Hindu culture. The writer criticises the limited perspective in a recently released film and contrasts it with the nuanced portrayal in the Sanskrit play "Uttara Rama Charita." The writer advocates for embracing multiple interpretations of Lord Ram's character, highlighting the dangers of dogmatism and the need for inclusive dialogue to safeguard societal harmony and progress.

Munawar Faruqui case: Co accused Sadakat Khan and Nalin Yadav get bail

MP High Court grants interim bail in light of the top court’s bail order of comedian Munawar Faruqui

Two of Munawar Faruqui’s co-accused get ad-interim bail, two more remain in jail

Artists, writers, filmmakers, performers from across the world, stand in solidarity with Munawar Faruqui, demand dismissal of all charges against him and others

Coming soon! The Right to Laugh: a virtual comedy show

South Asian American comedians stand up for jailed Indian comedian Munawar Faruqui, who remains in jail, to hold online show on February 6

BREAKING: Madhya Pradesh HC rejects comedian Munawar Faruqui’s bail plea

The Single-judge Bench of Justice Rohit Arya noted that there was enough incriminating evidence against the comedian and co performer

Such people must not be spared: MP HC on Munawar Faruqui’s bail plea

The Single-judge Bench of the High court has reserved its orders on the comedian and his co-accused’s bail applications

UP Police submit production warrant for Munawar Faruqui

Warrant submitted before an Indore court to seek custody of the comedian in connection with a case from April 2020

Stand-up comic Faruqui Munawar’s custody extended by two weeks

His bail hearing is expected before the high court soon

Sessions court denies bail to stand-up comic held for ‘insulting’ Hindu deities

A police official, after the arrest was quoted by newspapers saying that there was no incriminating evidence against the comedian

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Every year around Bakrid, a new controversy around animal slaughter erupts dampening the festive spirit for the Muslim community

Terrorised by trolls, comedians apologise for hurting religious sentiments

Many comedians reported that their numbers and addresses had been leaked and that they were getting threats to life and that of their families too

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