The sociological structure of the Indian newsroom is such that SC/STs and OBCs are almost missing in the newsrooms, especially in decision-making positions, writes Vinay Damodar.
Ambedkar’s philosophy might be available in books that are ubiquitous. But to understand the Constitution, it’s not enough to just pick it up and read it.
Over 450 Dalits renounced Hinduism Friday in the state's Shorapur city in a bid to get rid of 'untouchable' tag. Experts say just a sign of 'protest', lacks structural change.
If one looks at mass conversions in India over the last four decades, a large number of Dalits are embracing not just Buddhism but also Islam and Christianity.
The panel had SC advocate Karuna Nundy, Justice Madan Lokur, and economist Bhalchandra Mungekar. They discussed ideas of fraternity, public memory, and dignity.
Mission Jai Bheem, a group founded in August last year, was the main organiser of last week's 'mass conversion' event. It says such events happen every year across India.
Rajendra Pal Gautam accuses BJP of indulging in 'dirty politics' over 'routine' Ambedkar-related event, says winning Gujarat election is now AAP's biggest challenge.
The issue of inequality has assumed the blazing limelight at a time when inequality in India is said to be higher than it was in the British Raj. It's a ripe situation for half-truths and incendiary statements.
Speaking at launch of economist Surjit Bhalla’s book, S Jaishankar also highlights Gen Z’s engagement with ‘reel culture’, which has 'promoted awareness, created interest in many subjects'.
Germany’s erstwhile Christian Democratic Union govt, led by Angela Merkel, prevented sale of small arms to police forces in states they perceived had ‘bad human rights record’.
A theme has not yet emerged for BJP & people see lack of a contest, which makes it unexciting. For all these reasons, 2024 is turning out to be an unexpectedly theme-less election.
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