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‘Wonder Where I Am’: Professor GN Saibaba Shares Struggle of 7 Years in Prison

"When GN Saibaba entered the press conference hall in his wheelchair in HKS Surjeet Bhawan, New Delhi, a couple of his friends sitting in the crowd of reporters raised their fists. Saibaba smiled instantly and raised his fist in return," reports Saptarshi Basak. Read here.
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"We're Ill, Being Made to do Heavy Work": Indians Stuck in Russia-Ukraine War

Exclusive | "We are very ill, there are no medicines… Ho sakda Sanu atho jaldi kudwa lao (If you can, please rescue us soon)," one of the 7 Indians, “duped” into fighting the Russia-Ukraine War, told us. Jaspreet Singh reports. Read here.
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Why Are Parties Wooing Influencers Ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections?

Yash Mishra, who worked as a political consultant in the 2023 Madhya Pradesh elections, says that there are many variables that determine the extent to which content creators can make a political impact. Saqiba Khan writes. Read here.
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Do I Like It Podcast | The Best Actor Turned Directors in Bollywood

From sentimental nostalgia watches to hard-hitting political dramas, the Hindi film industry is filled with cinematic multitaskers. Watch as Prateek Lidhoo lists his favourite picks for the best actor turned directors in Bollywood. Watch here.
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BREAKING | Centre notifies rules for implementation of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019. Does the Act violate Article 14? Tap to read.
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Microplastics Have Reached Your Heart Vessels: Why Is This So Concerning?

People who have microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) in their arteries are at a greater risk of heart attack, stroke, and death, suggests a new study. Garima Sadhwani speaks to experts to decode the study. Read here.
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Modi Govt's Hero Complex: Nothing New With India’s Rescue Operations Overseas

"The care of Indians abroad is a basic task that all Indian governments and diplomats have always taken seriously. There were instances – before Modi assumed the office of Prime Minister in May 2014 – when Indians caught in armed conflict were brought home safely," writes Vivek Katju. Read here.
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BREAKING | Why did the BJP replace Manohar Lal Khattar with Nayab Saini as the Haryana CM? Why did the party end its coalition with JJP? Tap to read.
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Solapur: Muslim Man Allegedly Thrashed & Urinated Upon, 'Not Communal' Say Cops

Trigger warning | A 19-year-old vegetable vendor was allegedly thrashed, stripped naked and urinated upon after allegations of eve-teasing women in Solapur. While the accused have been arrested, the police has warned against giving the incident a communal colour. Read here.
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Breathless in Delhi: Newer Perspectives Needed To Address Air Pollution

The need to talk about air pollution, clearly, is urgent and important. But are comedy shows the way to do so? Does laughing about an issue take away from the seriousness of a problem that impacts the lives & livelihoods of countless people? Read here.
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CAA Rules, Mandir, Movies: BJP Deploys Polarisation for Pole Position in Polls

OpEd | "You have to see the timing of the rules, the noise made by BJP supporters and spokespersons in the mainstream and social media, and other things happening in the backdrop to get the bigger picture," writes Madhavan Narayanan. Read here.
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'Is This Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas?': How the Maulana Azad Foundation Was Killed

"It's part of denial of rights to Muslims. When PM says 'sabka sath, sabka vikas,' then why did they close this Foundation?" Maulana Azad's grandniece Husnara Salim. Read here.
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Home Razed, Uttarkashi Tunnel Hero Vakeel Hassan Still Lives in Open With Family

Sitting in protest in their makeshift tent outside the demolished house, Vakeel and his family speak to The Quint's Varsha Sriram on how their lives have changed, why he rejected the two flats offered by the DDA as compensation, and how the family stares at a bleak future. Read here.
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8 New Faces, 9 MPs Replaced: Why a Rebellion Is Brewing Within Karnataka BJP

In the list of 20 candidates, the party has brought in eight new faces and replaced nine sitting MPs. Naheed Ataulla reports. Read here.
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The Quint Bags 5 Awards at WAN-IFRA Digital Media Awards South Asia 2023

We proudly announce that The Quint has won the coveted 'Best News Website' at the WAN-IFRA Digital Media Awards South Asia 2023, and 4 other awards across categories. Read here.
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FAQ | Kerala Reports 190 Cases of Mumps in a Day: Should You Worry?

Why is Kerala seeing an outbreak of mumps? How effective is the vaccine? How can you protect yourself? FIT answers your FAQs. Read here.
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BREAKING | The Election Commission of India releases electoral bonds data as per Supreme Court's direction. Tap to read.
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Electoral Bonds Data: Future Gaming, Qwik, Vedanta Among Top 10 Donors

The SBI told the Supreme Court that a total of 22,217 electoral bonds were purchased by political parties between April 1, 2019 and February 15 this year, out of which 22,030 were redeemed. Future Gaming, Qwik Supply, Vedanta, are among the top donors. Read here.
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BREAKING | Supreme Court issues notice to SBI regarding non-disclosure of Electoral bonds numbers. Read here.
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Yediyurappa Charged With Sexual Assault of Minor, BJP Calls It 'Toolkit Design'

BS Yediyurappa has been accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl on 2 Feb. Based on a complaint filed by the minor's mother on Thursday, 14 March, an FIR has been registered at Sadashivnagar Police Station in Bengaluru. Read here.
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