Antara Swarnakar

Antara is a freelance independent journalist based in Kolkata, West Bengal. She reports on climate change, environmental issues, human rights, and crime, with a focus on stories that highlight marginalised voices and public interest. She holds a Bachelor's (Honours) degree in Philosophy from the University of Calcutta.

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“You Asked the Wrong Questions”: Why Activists Say ‘Godi Media’ Became Part of the Story at Kolkata Protest

As journalists alleged attacks during the Kolkata protest, activists told eNewsroom that the deeper issue was how sections of the mainstream or 'Godi Media' ignored students' demands, choosing provocative narratives over questions about repeated exam controversies and police action.

10 CCTV Clips, 1 Pair of Shoes, and a Swamp: How an Indian Village Exposed a Horrific Crime on Their Own

Surjyapur, Baruipur: On Saturday afternoon, July 4, eleven-year-old stepped out of her home carrying a simple plan. She was going to buy a birthday gift...

Just 11, Her Last Birthday Gift: Inside Surjyapur’s Fight for Justice

Two days after an 11-year-old's alleged rape and murder, Surjyapur remains gripped by fear and grief. This ground report captures villagers' anger, unanswered questions and demand for swift justice

Cleaner Streets, Emptier Homes: The Cost of West Bengal’s New Bulldozer Drive

Weeks after the new BJP government took office, a sweeping anti-encroachment drive across West Bengal has transformed bustling railway markets into demolition sites. From Jadavpur to Konnagar, midnight operations have left thousands of hawkers facing sudden eviction, sparking fierce protests and a profound constitutional crisis over the right to livelihood.