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Polynomial Politics: Imagining India as a Country Led by Lower Castes
This article is a review of the book Indian Philosophy, Indian Revolution: On Caste and Politics by Divya Dwivedi and Shaj Mohan, edited by Maël Montévil, published in April 2024.
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Film and TV
“As a nation, we did not have a religious identity before but now I don’t know why…”: Actor Vidya Balan
India has become “more polarised” when it comes to religion, with people desperately searching for anything that gives them a sense of “identity,” said award winning actor Vidya Balan.
India
India’s 17-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju scripts history, becomes youngest World Chess Championship contender
India’s Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest player to win the Chess Candidates tournament in Toronto, Canada.
Elections 2024
Watch: A musical take on our Prime Minister
Paranjoy Guha Thakurta, a well-known journalist and writer, has made a music video called "Saheb" in Hindi. "With the nation's political climate heating up and the Lok Sabha elections round the corner, we bring you a musical take on our Prime Minister," read the description of music video.
Sports
Jose Buttler drives Rajasthan Royals to triumph over Kolkata Knight Riders in table-toppers showdown
In a display of sheer batting brilliance, Jose Buttler lit up the stage with a merry swing of his bat, crafting a remarkable 107 to single-handedly lead Rajasthan Royals (RR) to a sensational two-wicket triumph over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), scripting the IPL's most monumental run chase on Tuesday.
Literature
Eating Wasps: An insightful and riveting read
Eating wasps is a subtle discourse on sexual liberation in a male-dominated society. It will unsettle and disturb you just like chewing a wasp.
Film and TV
In an epic, Prithviraj to play 1921 Malabar revolutionary Vaariyam Kunnathu Kunjahammed Haji
On Monday, it was announced that Prithviraj and filmmaker Aashiq Abu will come together for a period film titled Vaariyamkunnan in 2021, based on the life of Vaariyam Kunnathu Kunjahammed Haji, the freedom fighter from Kerala and the leader of Malabar Rebellion in 1921 against the British.
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Film and TV
An actor, dancer, philanthropist and beautiful soul, Sushant will always be remembered
Sushant had a list of 50 dreams that he wanted to fulfill before he died, he posted on his social media whenever he fulfilled one of them, however, he left his dreams unfulfilled and the industry with a hole that will never be filled.
Film and TV
Sushant’s family asks media to ‘maintain privacy at this moment of grief’
"It pains us to share that Sushant Singh Rajput is no longer with us. We request his fans to keep him in their thoughts and celebrate his life, and his work like they have done so far. We request media to help us maintain privacy at this moment of grief," said the statement released on behalf of his family.
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Sports
COVID-19 case found in English Premier League
An employee of the English Premier League (EPL) has tested positive for COVID-19, the league said Wednesday.
Film and TV
Netflix launches Black Lives Matter collection
Streaming service Netflix announced that it is promoting a new "Black Lives Matter" collection to US subscribers, featuring over 45 movies, television shows and documentaries about racial injustice and the experience of Black Americans.
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Film and TV
Recovering the ‘political’ from ‘aesthetic’: Watching ‘Nasir’
I think it’s important to remark the contradictions and slight manipulations on the structural anatomy of the film’s content.
Business
Pandemic and lockdowns: Ruination of tourism in India
The cascading effect of the coronavirus is crippling the Indian tourism and hospitality sector. India’s GDP is directly influenced by the ups and downs in the travel and tourism sector which comprises 10% of the country’s GDP.
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Lifestyle
Netflix, Twitter, Instagram, Prime, HBO announce support for Black Lives Matter after Floyd killing
Social media platforms Twitter, Instagram, and streaming platforms Netflix, Amazone Prime, Hulu, and HBO have taken a stand against white police brutality and racism as nationwide protests rock the United States after the death of black youth George Floyd.
Lifestyle
How to cope with loneliness during pandemic
"A hug can solve all my problems", a common usage shared among friends, relatives, or colleagues. Reaching out for emotional support with physical instincts is really comforting and helping but at this strict social distance situation, it isn’t possible. WE CAN’T HUG OR TOUCH.
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Lifestyle
Facebook apologizes for role in Sri Lankan anti-Muslim violence
Facebook on Tuesday apologised for its role in the anti-Muslim riots in Sri Lanka in 2018 after an investigation found its role in instigating the violence. The company released a...
Business
Halal Angels Network to promote entrepreneurship, startups to tap $5 trillion
The World’s First Halal Angels Network was launched to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and startups to tap $5 trillion, Halal consumer market, and would grow to USD 9.71 trillion by 2025. It was launched during the COVID-19 pandemic to help investors, businesses, entrepreneurs & startups overcome these challenging times.
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