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Three new bills introduced in an opposition-less parliament
By Mohammed Amaan Khan In an extraordinary turn of events, three transformative bills have been introduced in the Indian Parliament, reshaping critical aspects of the nation’s legal framework. The Bharatiya Nyaya (Second)…
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Muslim women need urgent help to up their education, employment, health and financial situations
By Mohammed Amaan Khan Within the diversity of India, the need for inclusivity has never been more pronounced, and the spotlight now turns to the challenges faced by Muslim women in various…
- Telangana
Telangana: Polling teams deep in Nallamala forest ensure every tribal vote counts
By Viplav Bhoomi Nagarkurnool: In previous elections, Chenchus living inside the core area of the Nallamala forests, falling in Kollapur Assembly constituency, had to travel almost 70-80 km to cast their vote.…
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Understanding digital inclusion: Struggles and strategies
By Moumita Barman The Digital Citizen Summit, organised jointly by the Digital Empowerment Foundation and the Centre for Development Policy and Practice, took place from November 2 to 4, 2023. During the…
- Telangana
Telangana polls: ‘Buffalo sister’ Shirisha disrupts power play in Kollapur
By Viplav Bhoomi Hyderabad: Raised in abject poverty by a single mother, 26-year-old Karne Shirisha has unexpectedly emerged as a strong contender against the political bigwigs in Kollapur Assembly constituency. Her voice…
- Opinions
Unfulfilled promises affect progress of Telangana Muslims
By Juned Shahil From once wielding authority within the state to now relying on the government for support, the status of Muslims in Telangana has been changing, symbolising a significant shift in…
- Telangana
Telangana state bird’s good luck charm is its biggest threat
By Viplav Bhoomi Hyderabad: Children who grew up in rural Telangana in the 90s would remember their grandfathers taking them on a mini-expedition to sight the beautiful Paalapitta, also known as Indian…
- Telangana
Despite growing population, Muslim political representation shrinks in Telangana
Hyderabad: India’s Muslim population is growing. By 2060, it is estimated that the Muslim population in India will be the largest in the world. Presently, Indonesia has the largest number of Muslim…
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Technology has potential to destroy and liberate as well: What do stakeholders wish to do about it?
By Rushda Babukhan The Digital Citizen Summit’s first day featured an enlightening discussion titled ‘Access to Rights and Rights to Access,’ held on 2 November. Organized by the Digital Empowerment Foundation and…
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Beyond connectivity: Revelations and collaborations at Digital Citizen Summit
By Mohammed Amaan Khan The 5th Digital Citizen Summit brought together experts from various backgrounds. It is an annual initiative by the Digital Empowerment Foundation and the Centre for Development Policy and…
- India
Mysore’s Dasara illumination: Power bill soars to Rs 21 lakh
Diganth Kengeri Mysore: The grandeur of Mysore’s Dasara festival, celebrated with its iconic lighting, has left the city with an astonishing electricity bill of 21 lakh rupees. Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Company (CESC), the power…
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Mission Impossible: Palestinians–O, you human animals…don’t you take rest from dying
By Asma Anjum Khan Let me clarify first. I belong to a generation that grew up thinking that BBC was the most truthful most honest news reporting channel in the world. Now…
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Crackdown on wildlife artifacts in Karnataka puts Hakki Pikki tribe’s craft at stake
Davanagere: For five decades, the art of crafting artificial tiger claws has been a lifeline for the Hakki Pikki families, a tribe residing in Gopanal village, Channagiri taluk of Davangere district. However,…
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Rethinking Women’s Reservation Bill–A call for bottom-up empowerment
By Moumita Barman The recent introduction of the Women’s Reservation Bill of 2023 in the Indian Parliament marks a significant step towards gender parity in politics. This legislation, also known as the…
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Wrestling with diplomacy–The Indo-Canadian state of affairs
By Mohammed Amaan Khan The realm of international relations is a complex web of affairs and intriguing interactions. In this dynamic environment, the article delves into the diplomatic relations between India and…
