The release of Phule, a film on Jyotiba and Savitri Mai Phule, has been delayed due to objections from the Censor Board and protests by Brahmin groups. Despite celebrating the couple’s revolutionary legacy, the film faces resistance for critiquing Brahmanism, highlighting ongoing struggles over caste, history, and narrative control in India.
Author-activist Frank Huzur, born Manoj Kumar Yadav, was a passionate secularist and writer. Known for Imran vs Imran and Socialist Factor, he dedicated years to the Samajwadi Party before shifting towards Congress. After meeting Rahul Gandhi on March 4, he suffered a fatal cardiac failure, leaving behind an unfinished legacy.
Bangladesh’s democracy stands at a crossroads, with rising majoritarianism threatening its pluralistic fabric. The country’s rich multicultural identity is under strain, as forces seek to reshape its political and historical narratives. The legacy of its liberation movement is fading, raising concerns about the erosion of democratic values and minority rights.
Bangladesh’s political turmoil, sparked by Sheikh Hasina’s exit and student protests, has reshaped the nation’s democratic aspirations. While civil society remains hopeful for reforms, concerns over media narratives and external interference persist. Despite uncertainties, the people’s movement emphasizes inclusivity, regional solidarity, and self-determined progress, challenging dominant narratives of religious extremism and instability
The Ganges, a river of immense cultural and religious significance, embarks on a transformative journey through Bangladesh, where it assumes various forms – from the Padma to the Meghna – showcasing a unique confluence of rivers and shaping the nation's landscape and culture
The Ganga, India's lifeline and spiritual emblem, faces an existential crisis fueled by rampant pollution, unregulated industrial activities, and reckless urbanization. Despite government promises and initiatives like Namami Gange, the river's plight worsens, threatening biodiversity, livelihoods, and cultural heritage. Activists warn that without urgent, systemic action, the Ganga’s decline could mirror India’s broader environmental mismanagement