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Part Three: Nitish Roy goes about setting unique stage in one TV series after the other
Art direction in film and television sets the tone for us as viewers to receive the story. On occasion the sets and props can even become uniquely significant for the narrative. A…
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Caste system could help re-think reservation politics; new data might lead to newer avenues
The caste census in India has sparked a lengthy debate. People have different opinions about whether it will have good or bad effects. It could lead to both. Supporters believe the census…
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Fake news can damage society; vitally important to distinguish fact from fiction
After the conflict between India and Pakistan began, we saw a copious outflow of sensational and inaccurate news on our television channels and social media. Blatant lies were peddled as authentic news…
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Maharashtra Family Affair: Will Pawar clan unite or remain scattered?
A few questions first. If the two rival units of the Nationalist Congress Party, one led by the founder Sharad Pawar and another by nephew Ajit Pawar were to merge, what would…
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Deliberate disordering of priorities; unprecedented popularity of fleeting idea
In the ever-growing dystopian world of deceit, lying, and corruption, novels poignantly portray politics that seem to be squinted towards organised hypocrisy. Curiously, people yearn to know everything that simultaneously conjures awe…
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TS Haj panel chief Pasha blames ‘irresponsible’ media coverage for drop in pilgrim applications this year
Hyderabad: Who is to blame for the drop in the number of applications received for Haj 2025 and the subsequent cancellations by the selected pilgrims? It is none but the media, specifically…
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Kaifi Azmi: The king of romance and conscience
Kaifi Azmi was the King of Romance. Kaifi Azmi, Sahir Ludhianvi and Shakeel Badayuni formed a triumvirate of romantic poets-lyricists who dominated the Golden Era of Hindi Cinema. A part of the…
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Cricket: Who will be India’s next captain? Shubman Gill heads the list
The hunt is on for a player to take on the job of India’s next Test captain and 25 year-old-Shubman Gill seems to have emerged as the frontrunner. If the mantle of…
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Hyderabad Urdu Ka Shahar: A cultural chronicle by Farooq Argali
Hyderabad: Hyderabad is not merely a dot on the map; it is a vibrant symbol of elegance, culture, and an enduring legacy. Often hailed as the city of domes and minarets, Hyderabad is…
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Caste data: Gateway to identity politics?
The recent release of Karnataka’s Socio-Economic Educational Survey (SEES 2015) findings, popularised as the Caste Census 2015, has been drawing nationwide attention particularly owing to the timing of its release almost a…
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At 99, Sir David Attenborough remains a tireless campaigner for environment and wildlife
Sir David Attenborough, the man who brought the wonders of dense forests and deep oceans into our living rooms through the medium of television is celebrating his 99th birthday today (May 8th,…
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Leopards: Ghosts of the jungle
In the shadows of skyscrapers and the tantrums of traffic, a supple spotted ghost moves with silent purpose. This is no myth — it’s the Indian Leopard, one of the most adaptable…
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Thanks to the court, grassroots democracy is back in Maharashtra
The Supreme Court has given a leg up to people’s representation at the grassroots – normally called the local self-government bodies, from panchayats to huge municipal corporations – by asking the Maharashtra…
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Mamata has an edge in ‘Temple War’; while BJP pitches for “Jai Shri Ram,” Mamata focuses on “Jai Jagannath”
There is a growing conflict and temple war in West Bengal surrounding the inauguration of the Jagannath temple in Digha, a significant event that opened on April 30 during the auspicious occasion…
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Sunrisers Hyderabad ends IPL 2025 campaign in disappointment
Sunrisers Hyderabad failed to live upto expectations and bowed out of contention for a spot in the playoffs phase of the IPL 2025. In every way it was a disappointing season. The team could…
