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Monday, February 16, 2026
TopicShailaja Paik

Topic: Shailaja Paik

‘Ambedkar created two types of Dalit women,’ says MacArthur scholar Shailaja Paik

‘The so-called prostitute, the Tamasha woman, were looked upon as dishonourable because they threatened Dalit radicalism,’ said US-based professor and author Shailaja Paik on a recent visit to Delhi.

Maharashtra-born Shailaja Paik 1st Dalit to get US ‘genius’ grant. ‘Dalits gave their blood’

The MacArthur Fellowship of $800,000 awards Shailaja Paik for her pioneering scholarship focusing on the intersection of Dalit studies, gender, and sexuality in modern India.

On Camera

How Nehru defended restrictions on freedom of speech and the press

On 29 May 1951, Jawaharlal Nehru defended adding 'reasonable restrictions' to Article 19, arguing that free speech must be balanced with national security and unity.

Andhra proposes Rs 100-cr wealth fund, eyes Norway-style sovereign fund model to drive growth

Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav presented a Rs 3.32 lakh crore budget for 2026–27 in the assembly Saturday.

Top US military commander applauds ‘India’s tactical execution’ during Op Sindoor; adds ‘there’s lessons too’

On bilateral ties, Admiral Paparo said India-US ties have an exponential effect on deterrence, because it demonstrates a unity of purpose among us to maintain the peace.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.