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US election-victory in debate no guarantee of election win for Kamala Harris
Former President and Republican Donald Trump is the only United States Presidential candidate to take on a woman nominee of the rival party, not once but twice. In 2016 it was Hillary…
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September 13, 1948: Operation Polo and the politicisation of Hyderabad’s history
Hyderabad: For the longest time there was a silence maintained by the central and state governments when it came to events surrounding the annexation of the erstwhile princely state of Hyderabad to…
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How “Social” is Social Media? Could it be used to frame new laws or debunk existing ones?
Some unusual things have been noticed in “social media” exchanges that are increasingly going viral and have caught the public imagination. In the context of the atmosphere that is increasingly taking root…
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Obit: Sitaram Yechury—Hyderabad educated comrade liked across political spectrums
The General Secretary of the CPI (M), Sitaram Yechury passed away this afternoon at the AIIMS in Delhi, failing to recover from a respiratory infection. He was 72. A brilliant student throughout his…
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Restoring love and legacy: Resurgence of Hyderabad’s Iconic British Residency
The British Residency Building in Hyderabad, often overshadowed by more famous landmarks of the city, holds a compelling tale of grandeur, romance, and restoration. Its history weaves architectural brilliance and a love…
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Govt. initiative gives hope to over 150 million persons suffering from mental issues
For over 150 million people suffering from mental illness in India here is a glimmer of hope. A combination of digital healthcare and community-based campaigns is helping in significantly reducing depression, anxiety,…
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Health, education and beyond: Addressing critical issues facing adolescents
The “Economic Case for Investment in the Well-being of Adolescents in India,” is a report by the Partnership for Newborn, Maternal and Child health (hosted by the World Health Organisation) and the…
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Why is language sensitivity important while talking about suicide?
Hyderabad: In the context of mental health, it is crucial to recognize that the language used to discuss suicide can greatly impact how individuals perceive and respond to the issue. Hyderabad-based clinical…
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From elegance to excess: The cultural decline of Hyderabadi weddings
By Zafar Siddiqui Hyderabad: Weddings in the city have transformed dramatically over the years, moving from simple, elegant affairs to extravagant spectacles that are now a public health and cultural crisis. Growing…
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Opinion: Government’s offer of dialogue to Hurriyat lost in miscommunication
Last two days – Sunday and Monday – revealed all that happened in September 2016, exactly eight years ago when Kashmir Valley was visited by an all-party delegation led by the then…
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A tale of two prime ministerial apologies
Within four days two Prime Ministers known for their hard-line approach publicly apologized for whatever had happened in their respective countries. On August 30 Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi publicly apologized for…
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When Bombay beckoned me
It was September 8, 1995. As the Frontier Mail (rechristened Golden Temple Mail Express in 1996) trundled along two platforms before stopping at Mumbai Central station, my anxiety grew. All kinds of…
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Unsure situation in Maharashtra; no party is ready to show who its Chief Minister candidate is
By Mahesh Vijapurkar The two fronts in Maharashtra–the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) and the ruling Mahayuti–are focusing on denying each other the political space, than on projecting a chief ministerial face.…
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Evolution of Waqf Act: Controversy erupts over proposed changes
Hyderabad: As the debate on the Wakf (Amendment) Bill 2024 goes on confusion persists on what exactly is Waqf. An Islamic concept, ‘waqf’ refers to the permanent dedication of property (movable or…
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Opinion: Sordid saga of IC 814- the larger picture is missing even today
In the middle of the controversy and commentaries on the IC 814 Netflix ,something is not being mentioned as adequately as it should have been and that is the central character of…
