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From Assam’s Soil to Detention and Back: The tragic death of Amzad Ali

Locked up in Matia detention camp despite generations-long roots in Assam, 49-year-old Amzad Ali dies of cancer as authorities ignore medical appeals; family finally lays him to rest in his native village

Management professional captures India’s socio-political issues on camera

Aditya Panikker talks about his two viral videos that discuss detention centres and the role of racism in caste hierarchy and suggests how the privileged could do their bit to contribute to the political discourse.

NHRC issues notice over manhandling of Rahul Gandhi by UP Police

Recognising Rahul Gandhi as a human rights defender, the NHRC asks the UP administration to look into the manhandling of the Congress leader on October 1, 2020.

Covid-19: NHRC issues advisories to states and UTs

Advisories deal with how to assist women, children, prisoners, police personnel, differently abled people and patients with mental illnesses to cope better with the pandemic.

Hunger fast against Stan Swamy’s arrest: Ranchi

Condemning the NIA witch-hunt, protesters called it an attack on Birsa Munda’s legacy

75 years of Warli revolt

Left organisations and supporters of Adivasi farmers assembled at Talasari village in Palghar to celebrate the anniversary of the 75-years long struggle of the Warli community.

Cleaning up the political mess with artisanal soap? 

Personal is political and so is soap according to Vidyut Gore, an artist who uses the medium of soap to start political discourse.

DU student beaten to death, five family members of female friend arrested

The 18-year-old West Delhi boy who often tutored younger students, was allegedly assaulted due to a difference in faith

Stand with Stan: Christian groups demand immediate release of the activist-priest

Activists and civil society groups wonder if Stan Swamy's arrest is an attempt to silence voice of Tribal rights

Varuna Shastri Bridge now the only place of protest in Varanasi: DM

Amidst burgeoning protests, Varanasi District Manager restricts protest space in the city

Chorus for Fr. Stan Swamy’s release gets louder

Nationwide call to demand the Priest’s release given for October 12

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