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Lula, Gen Z and the Algorithm: Who Owns the Battle for Democracy?

From Lula’s victory in Brazil to Neha Bora’s emergence in India’s student protests, this opinion examines how social media algorithms, corporate interests and media sensationalism shape Gen Z activism, political narratives and the struggle for democracy.

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Before You Can Win, You Have to Survive Filing: Allegations Against TDP Put Andhra Civic Polls Under SC Scrutiny

The Supreme Court's intervention over alleged nomination obstruction has put Andhra Pradesh's civic polls under scrutiny. The dispute has intensified tensions between the TDP-led coalition and YSRCP, raising questions about electoral fairness and opposition rights.

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Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s Aggression: Is There More to His Tribal Protest Than Meets the Eye?

Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s protest against the demolition of tribal homes in Madhya Pradesh has exposed tensions with Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. Disputes over farmers’ demands and the Ladli Behna scheme have added to speculation about BJP leadership dynamics.

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When “Why?” Becomes a Threat: Is West Bengal’s Democratic Space Shrinking?

West Bengal’s recent clashes over classrooms, universities, the press and cultural institutions raise a larger question: what happens when political power enters spaces meant for independent thought? The incidents may not be connected, but together they reveal how easily institutional autonomy and dissent can come under pressure.

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‘Assalamu Alaikum, Inshaallah, Jazakallah’: Peace, Hope and Gratitude Don’t Cancel Out Your Merit

Dr Bushara Bano’s use of “Assalamu Alaikum”, “InshaAllah” and “Jazakallah” has sparked controversy. But can three expressions of faith overshadow an IPS officer’s qualifications, competitive achievements and professional record? The debate raises a larger question about identity, neutrality and merit in public service.

J-Schools Closing: A Sign Of The Times, But What Is The Signal?

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John Thomas - July 23, 2024

Yesterday, on July 22, the Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media (IIJNM) in Bangalore was to start its 2024-25 academic year, welcoming its...

The Grandeur of Hypocrisy: The Grand Spectacle of India’s ‘Wedding of the Century’

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ScribeShah - July 19, 2024

Indians simply love fat weddings. We recently saw the wedding of the ‘meritorious’ son of a mighty Business family, which is being ‘claimed’ as...

The Painful Remembrance: Ashura’s Historical and Spiritual Significance

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Jawhar Sircar - July 17, 2024

I remember the tremendous tension that I went through as SDO Barrackpur and Magistrate in charge of “Muharram” at Loha Gate in Agarpara in...

Emergency Revisited: Constitutional Amendments Needed to Prevent History Repeating

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ScribeShah - July 14, 2024

The history of this country is woven around building narratives and myths around popular figures. A lot has been said and written about the...

Truth, Love and Non-Violence: Rahul Gandhi’s Vision of Hinduism

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Ram Puniyani - July 11, 2024

After the mandate of the recent Lok Sabha elections (2024), the parliament has become a real ground where the voice of the opposition also...

Two Nations, One Friendship: The India-Russia Story

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ScribeShah - July 11, 2024

The grand welcome given to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modis' in Russia has not been taken kindly in the Western capitals because of various...

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Cyclone Arnab Explained: How Ocean Linguistics Meet Climate Chaos

Tuhin Sajjad SK - October 28, 2026

15-Person Family, 12 Names Deleted: Trilokpuri Door-to-Door Audit Flags 416 Wrongful Voter Exclusions

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SIR Fallout Reaches Bengal’s Civic Polls as Opposition Demands January 2027 Deadline

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Lula, Gen Z and the Algorithm: Who Owns the Battle for Democracy?

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Before You Can Win, You Have to Survive Filing: Allegations Against TDP Put Andhra Civic Polls Under SC Scrutiny

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“We Will Not Sign”: Neha Bora Rejects Peace Bond as Delhi HC Orders Disclosure of Evidence

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Cyclone Arnab Explained: How Ocean Linguistics Meet Climate Chaos

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Why is a cyclone named Arnab, and who chooses these storm names? Discover how 13 countries contribute culturally rooted names to the North Indian Ocean’s cyclone naming system and why naming storms matters for communication, public awareness and disaster preparedness.

15-Person Family, 12 Names Deleted: Trilokpuri Door-to-Door Audit Flags 416 Wrongful Voter Exclusions

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A public hearing in Delhi’s Trilokpuri heard testimonies from voters deleted during SIR, as an MKSS-led audit flagged 416 alleged wrongful deletions. Rahul Gandhi, Dipankar Bhattacharya, Prashant Bhushan and Yogendra Yadav attended the hearing, where residents raised concerns over voter exclusion and demolitions.

SIR Fallout Reaches Bengal’s Civic Polls as Opposition Demands January 2027 Deadline

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Nearly 1.6 lakh voter appeals remain pending in Kolkata and Howrah following SIR deletions. A broad coalition of opposition parties, civil rights groups and public figures has urged the West Bengal State Election Commission to delay municipal polls until January 2027 and include voters whose appeals are awaiting tribunal decisions.

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Before You Can Win, You Have to Survive Filing: Allegations Against TDP Put Andhra Civic Polls Under SC Scrutiny

Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s Aggression: Is There More to His Tribal Protest Than Meets the Eye?

When “Why?” Becomes a Threat: Is West Bengal’s Democratic Space Shrinking?

‘Assalamu Alaikum, Inshaallah, Jazakallah’: Peace, Hope and Gratitude Don’t Cancel Out Your Merit

15-Person Family, 12 Names Deleted: Trilokpuri Door-to-Door Audit Flags 416 Wrongful Voter Exclusions

SIR Fallout Reaches Bengal’s Civic Polls as Opposition Demands January 2027 Deadline

Lula, Gen Z and the Algorithm: Who Owns the Battle for Democracy?

Before You Can Win, You Have to Survive Filing: Allegations Against TDP Put Andhra Civic Polls Under SC Scrutiny

“We Will Not Sign”: Neha Bora Rejects Peace Bond as Delhi HC Orders Disclosure of Evidence

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