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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.

Bhopal Gas Leak survivors have particular reason to remember Motilal Vora

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ScribeShah - December 24, 2020

Motilal Vora who died on December 21, a day after he had turned 93, had a humanitarian quality not so common among the political...

Modi’s farm laws will mean death of fair price shops

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ScribeShah - December 21, 2020

An inevitable consequence of Modi’s farm laws will be the gradual death of public distribution system (PDS). Through PDS, an estimated 75 crore people,...

Kalidas Samaroh, once a pride of India, reduced to a minor government function by Shivraj Singh Chouhan

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ScribeShah - November 28, 2020

Annual Kalidas Samaroh (reduced from usual seven days to three days ‘because of coronavirus’) was jointly inaugurated by Usha Thakur and Mohan Yadav in...

अहमद पटेल: गांधी परिवार के बाद कांग्रेस का सबसे ताक़तवर शख़्स

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ScribeShah - November 26, 2020

अहमद पटेल कांग्रेस में हमेशा संगठन के आदमी माने गए. वे पहली बार चर्चा में तब आए थे जब 1985 में राजीव गांधी ने...

An Open Letter to Bihar Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar

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ScribeShah - November 22, 2020

Dear Nitish ji, Big congratulations for taking the oath as the Chief Minister for the seventh time—it’s a rare feat that few leaders have achieved....

Love Jihad Bill is like saying that women are incapable of making decisions or at no liberty to decide on their personal matters

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Saira Shah Halim - November 18, 2020

Ibtedaae Ishq hai rota hai kya.. Aage Aage dekhiye hota hai kya... Famous Urdu poet Mir Taqi Mir had written this poem. In English it...

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Cyclone Arnab Explained: How Ocean Linguistics Meet Climate Chaos

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

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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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