Author: Vidya Bhushan Rawat
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Largest Democracy, Smallest Justice: How India’s Courts Fail Muslim Prisoners
In India’s “largest democracy,” justice bends to power. Political prisoners like Umar Khalid languish in jail without bail or trial, while the influential walk free. The judiciary speaks of liberty and human rights but delivers selective relief. Law is no shield—today, it is wielded as a weapon
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Rahul Gandhi Warns of ‘Digital Dacoity’; Is the ECI Failing India’s Democracy?
Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Digital Dacoity’ charge accuses the Election Commission of enabling voter data theft, duplicate entries, and constituency manipulation. With the media reduced to BJP’s PR arm, watchdogs have failed. He calls for opposition unity, citizen vigilance, and legal action to protect India’s democracy from managed elections.
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Faith Can’t Be Built on Rubble: How Mass Tourism Is Killing the Himalayas
he devastation brought by the massive flash flood of 2025 at Khirganga Gad in Dharali is heartbreaking. Once a peaceful village nestled just off the highway with serene access to the Bhagirathi, Dharali stood as a gateway to the majestic Harsil Valley, surrounded by snow-clad peaks and breathtaking vistas. Numerous small streams in the region,…
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Beyond Periyar’s Legacy: Honour Killings Betray Tamil Nadu’s Social Justice Promise
Kevin Selvaganesh, a Dalit Christian youth from Tamil Nadu, was brutally murdered in an honour killing for planning to marry a Maravar girl. Despite police awareness, the attack was not prevented. His death exposed the deep-rooted caste hatred and the disturbing complicity of law enforcement in such crimes
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Did Nehru Really Swear Allegiance to British Crown? Here’s Fake Claim Breaking Internet
As PM Modi’s uninterrupted tenure draws comparisons with Nehru and Indira Gandhi, false claims resurface about Nehru swearing allegiance to the British Crown. These ignore the fact that Patel, Ambedkar, and others took the same oath. The selective targeting of Nehru’s legacy reflects a deeper agenda of historical distortion.
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The Woman Behind Agua Bonita: Meet Sandra Gonzalez Sanabria, Who Leads a Village Built by Former Guerrillas
Once a FARC guerrilla, Sandra Gonzalez Sanabria now leads Agua Bonita—a village built by former rebels in Colombia’s Caquetá region. Rooted in collective living, feminist leadership, and socialist values, the community stands as a powerful model of post-conflict transformation, resilience, and hope in a country scarred by decades of war.
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UN vs Superpowers: Francesca Albanese’s Gaza Dossier That Angered West
Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur, exposed how corporations profit from Gaza’s devastation in a bold report. Her findings linked military interests with economic gain, triggering backlash from global superpowers. Her dossier challenges the silence around war crimes and reveals the deep ties between power, profit, and the Palestinian crisis.
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What Happens After the Conference Ends? Stories from the Table, Not the Podium
t was lunchtime and participants had gathered outside the National University Hall to collect their food. The organisers wanted people to form two separate lines to distribute the meals comfortably. “Are you ‘Regular’ or Vegetarian?” someone asked. For a moment, I was a bit shocked. But then I realised that meat-eating people and vegetarians were…
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The Real Soldiers Want Peace—Only Cowards Turn Grief Into Communal Fire
Amid the Pahalgam terror attack, India witnessed unity from citizens while media and political actors pushed hate. Voices like Himanshi Narwal, Sangeeta Negi, and Rakesh Tikait showed courage and clarity. As the caste census unsettles the status quo, real patriotism lies in justice, not jingoism or communal provocation.
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United India Under Fire: Pahalgam Bloodshed and the Dangerous Politics of Hate
The Pahalgam massacre was a brutal reminder of Pakistan-backed terror aimed at destabilizing India. Beyond condemnation, the response must be strategic and united. Divisive politics only serve the enemy’s agenda. Restoring peace in Kashmir and rejecting communal narratives are key to defeating those who thrive on chaos and hatred.