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I raise my voice for Adivasis, am I a Traitor?

(This piece authored by Fr Stan Swamy was originally published on Aug 01, 2018. It was then re-published on July 5, 2021 the day of his martyrdom and is...

Why do Urban and Rural Indians have such different priorities?

The farmers' movement is the first time, the rural population has risen against the insensitive regime   

Now ‘anti-national’ social media post could mean no passport in Bihar, Uttarakhand

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British Parliament may consider debate on Indian farmers’ protests

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Peaceful protests are a hallmark of any thriving democracy: US on Farmers’ Protest

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While Indian celebrities band together to popularise government-favoured hashtags, activist Greta Thunberg posts about possible methods to support the movement online.

Farm laws, not just farmers’ problem: Delhi citizens

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Photojournalist Vijay Pandey's photo essay showcases the barricading that came up overnight at Ghazipur border

Centre issues notice to Twitter over reinstating blocked accounts  

The Government has warned Twitter of consequence if it doesn't take action against content on ‘Farmer Genocide Hashtag’

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