For An Informed Ambedkar Age
Dhruva Bhati In recent years, there has been an increased discussion on the reclamation or reinterpretation of religious texts or scriptures to validate the idea of queerness. This revivalism is more rigorous in the East, where “this reclamation/reinterpretation” is used to obliterate the idea of “Queerness as a western concept.” However, this quest for the …
Dhamma Darshan Nigam Long Live Bukowski Do not shy away to contradict contradictions are inevitable no one is ever free of contradictions it is an essential character to call a life – life lived enough like a necessary condition – like a basic need – like whiskey confronting men – eye to eye justifying its …
Mayur S. Hadke It was the great 78th eve of Independence where the prime minister of India hoisted the flag on Red Fort. He addressed the nation proudly on the red fort of India. Prime minister in his speech, he said, he wanted to bring forward the 1 lakh youths in political sphere, who has …
Samaan Shekhar On July 10, 2024, the Supreme Court of India, in Mohd Abdul Samad vs State of Telangana declared that Muslim women can seek maintenance after divorce under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). This momentous decision has far-reaching implications, not limited to the domain of maintenance after divorce. However, before …
Shahnawaz Ahmad Ansari Shahnawaz Ahmad Ansari, National Spokesperson, All India Pasmanda Muslim Mahaz (AIPMM) In a nation where diversity is our strength, the struggle for social justice remains an ongoing battle. The recent landmark decision by the Supreme Court, allowing sub-classification within Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), is a beacon of hope for …
Badandor Lyngdoh Introduction Northeast India has long been a mosaic of diverse cultures, ethnicities, and languages, yet this diversity has often led to divisions rather than unity. The region’s history is marked by deep-rooted conflicts, fueled by colonial policies and post-independence neglect. However, in this complex landscape, the emergence of the Wesean Student Federation represents …
Ashok Mane Introduction We are celebrating the 77th independence day. But the question remains whether we have been successful in ensuring independence to all or it is just an annual festival for few. I am writing my personal views about social change in India and how our Preamble is helpful to this process. In recent …
Vaibhav Kharat India’s recent history has been stained once again by two horrifying incidents of sexual violence—one in Bengal and the other in Bihar. Both crimes were monstrous, but the response to them exposes the rot at the core of Indian society, a society that remains shackled by caste even in its darkest moments. The …
Ibin Nayakam On August 15, I watched the Tamil movie Thangalaan, directed by Pa Ranjith, and for the first time in a long while, I felt a sense of relief in my ideological struggle against societal injustices. Beyond its social commentary, the film offers extravagant visuals and employs magical realism to communicate its story. This …