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Faith in the Age of Algorithms: Kolkata’s Interfaith Iftar Dissects Propaganda and Youth Radicalization
At a Kolkata interfaith iftar, leaders dissected how algorithms and propaganda shape Gen Z, warning of "Hindutva pop culture," eroding constitutional faith, and social media's role in spreading communal narratives.
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Muslims and the Myth of ‘Appeasement’: The Real Story of Economic Exclusion in India
Economic deprivation has long defined the reality for India’s Muslims, with political resistance to reservation fueling their marginalization. The rise of communal politics has only deepened their sense of insecurity and exclusion. A new report proposes a secular approach to affirmative action, yet the current political environment poses a significant barrier to its implementation
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फकीर से फेम तक: मोहम्मद रफ़ी की सुरों भरी कहानी
रफ़ी साहब ने हर गाने को अपनी अनोखी आवाज़ से ऐसा सजाया कि वह हमेशा के लिए अमर हो गया। उनकी गायिकी में हर रंग—चुलबुलाहट, रोमांस, दर्द और भक्ति—खूबसूरती से झलकता था। भारतीय सिनेमा में उनका योगदान एक सुनहरे युग की पहचान है
ज़ाकिर हुसैन के साथ संगीत के सफर में: अमेरिका के एक सितारिस्ट की आंतरिक यात्रा
हिमालय की आवाज़ें और ज़ाकिर हुसैन की अनोखी धुनों से प्रभावित लेखक (पं. रवि शंकर के शागिर्द और सितारवादक) अपनी ज़िंदगी में उनके संगीत से मिली प्रेरणा को याद करते हैं। ज़ाकिर का संगीत परंपराओं से आगे बढ़कर तबले को जैज़, अफ्रीकी और लैटिन बीट्स से जोड़ता रहा, लेकिन उनके पंजाब घराने की जड़ों के लिए उनका प्यार कभी कम नहीं हुआ। उनकी मासूम, बच्चे जैसी लगन और गहरे एहसास ने हमेशा संगीतकारों को रास्ता दिखाया है। आज दुनिया उनके जाने का ग़म मना रही है, मगर उनका संगीत हमेशा ज़िंदा रहेगा
The Bewildering Spirit and Charisma of Zakir Hussain
Immersed in the sounds of the Himalayas and the global rhythms of Zakir Hussain, the author (sitarist disciple of Pt Ravi Shankar) recounts a lifetime of inspiration drawn from his artistry. Zakir’s music transcended tradition, fusing the tabla with jazz, African beats, and Latin rhythms while maintaining deep reverence for his Punjab gharana roots. His playful, childlike immersion and cosmic intuition remain a beacon for musicians, even as the world mourns his passing
Ambedkar’s Vision Betrayed: Land, Education, and Equality Replaced by Statues and Speeches
Amit Shah’s statement underscores a troubling trend of reducing Ambedkar’s transformative vision to mere political convenience. Ambedkar’s India, built on inclusivity, education, and welfare for the marginalized, is far from realized. This is why Ambedkar’s India remains an unfulfilled dream in a society still plagued by inequality
They Beat My Father, Locked Us Away, and Demanded Rahul Gandhi’s Secrets’: Son’s Shocking Testimony Against ED
Manoj and Neha Parmar’s tragic suicide in Sehore has sparked allegations of ED harassment and political vendetta, with their son accusing officials of beating his father, locking the family away, and seizing unlisted assets during a December 5 raid. Manoj’s brother described him as a victim of relentless persecution, citing reopened cases and threats for not aligning with BJP. The couple’s suicide note, addressed to national leaders, accused ED officials of bias, while Congress slammed BJP for misusing central agencies, a claim the ruling party denies amidst ongoing investigations.
Lynchings, Hijab Bans, and Bulldozer Injustice: Will Justice Ever Prevail in the World’s Largest Democracy?
India’s human rights record came under scrutiny as NGOs and activists highlighted systemic abuses, including the persecution of minorities, misuse of anti-terror laws, and escalating state-backed injustices. Calls for justice rang loud, urging action against lynchings, the incarceration of activists, and the destruction of homes under the guise of legality. The program marked the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights with a renewed call for dignity, freedom, and justice for all
