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The Politics Behind Rahul Gandhi's Move From Amethi To Rae Bareli In 2024 Polls

Congress has fielded Kishori Lal Sharma from Amethi, while Rahul Gandhi is contesting from Rae Bareli. Both the seats go to polls on May 20, during Phase 5 of the general elections. Fatima Khan writes. Read here.
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Schools in Delhi NCR Face Bomb Threats: How Do You Prepare Kids for Emergencies?

In Delhi NCR, how did parents and schools deal with the hysteria and panic that spread after receiving a series of bomb threats? Psychotherapist Divya Naik writes. Read here.
Join Aditya Menon and Faye D'Souza LIVE on YouTube, in conversation with C R Gowri Shanker on why Rahul Gandhi chose Rae Bareli over Amethi.

Tune in now!
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Modi Govt Calls US Human Rights Report 'Biased', but Can India Reject Facts?

The Modi government rejected the US State Department's 2023 Human Rights report on India as β€œbiased”. But can the government deny the facts? Police failure to act during the ongoing Manipur conflict, is a fact. The government can reject a point of view, but how can it reject facts, asks Rohit Khanna. Watch here.
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Documentary | One Year of Manipur Violence: The Horrors of Relief Camps

Despite it being one year since Manipur's descent into ethnic conflict, thousands of people, both Meities & Kukis, continue to languish in relief camps. In this documentary, we bring to you voices from these camps that plead to return home. Watch here.
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Prajwal Revanna's Sexual Abuse Case: HD Revanna Booked For 'Abducting' Survivor

Trigger warning: Sexual abuse, violence against women | The woman, who allegedly went missing on 29 April, was formerly employed at HD Revanna's residence for six years. Varsha Sriram reports. Read here.
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Understanding Modi’s Switch From His Development Agenda to a Polarising Campaign

Opinion | "While most analysts maintain this change betrays signs of nervousness, it could also be put down to overconfidence," writes Anita Katyal. Read here.
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Malda South: Can Congress Save Ghani Khan's Turf or Will BJP or TMC Breach it?

Malda is witnessing a three-way contest between and at stake is stalwart Ghani Khan Chowdhury's legacy. Ishadrita Lahiri reports. Watch here.
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Sunday View: The Best Weekend Opinion Reads, Curated Just for You

How about starting your Sunday with some thought-provoking opinion pieces? Here's a list of weekend reads, curated just for you on Sunday View. Read here.
β€˜Called a Terrorist’, β€˜Fearful of Arrest’: Indian Students at US Campus Protests

The Quint
speaks to several Indian citizens on what it’s like to be an international student in the US right now, especially if they have been involved in visiting or reporting on, the protests on and around their campuses, despite the fear of arrests and suspensions looming large. Read here.
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Fact Check: BJP is Falsely 'Rewriting' Congress Manifesto – One Speech at a Time

The BJP's election campaign for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls mentions one thing in plenty – the Congress manifesto. It is repeatedly trying to sell the idea that the Congress is for the Muslims and against the Hindus. Funnily, the manifesto doesn't even have the word 'Muslim' in it.

We fact-check these claims made during rallies and through social media posts. Watch here.
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Podcast: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi' is a Teen High School Drama!

Check out Prateek Lidhoo's take on Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi' and its similarities with 'Mean Girls' and 'Student of the Year'. Watch here.
Sandeshkhali 'Tape' Casts Doubts on Rape Claims But TMC's Bahubali Woes Remain

After a 32 min 'sting' surfaced, TMC has accused BJP of concocting rape charges in Sandeshkhali. What does the 'tape' show? Ishadrita Lahiri reports. Read here.
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Rohith Vemula | A Denial of Personhood, Even After He is No More

"It is almost as though the students and youths who came out on the streets to protest did not have a mind of their own and were being used by parties. Such tactics to delegitimise Dalit protests and student mobilisations are not new," writes Sumeet Samos. Read here.
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Shivraj, Digvijaya Return to Their Turfs After Decades, Scindia Eyes Lost Glory

What are the major political trends, issues, and challenges on three hot seats in MP – Vidisha, Rajgarh, and Guna? Vishnukant Tiwari writes. Read here.
Imtiaz Jaleel Interview: 'Opposition Wants Muslim Votes, Not Muslim Leadership'

'Netas wear our skull cap for one day on Ramzan and keep fooling us': On 'Badi Badi Baatein' with Eshwar, AIMIM leader and Sambhaji Nagar MP Imtiaz Jaleel talks splitting of votes, Muslims as vote bank for politicians, and mandir-masjid politics. Watch here.
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'I Want to See More of India,' A Pakistani Vlogger's Memorable Journey to Delhi

My Report | "We have heard and read a lot about Delhi in our books, on TV and even from our teachers. But witnessing Delhi in person by visiting the city was very special," said Ehtesham Hassan, a Pakistani vlogger, who visited India for the first time in November 2023. Watch here.
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LIVE | Voting begins in 93 constituencies across 11 states and union territories during third phase of Lok Sabha elections. Follow here for updates.
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Karnataka BJP's Video: JP Nadda Booked For 'Inciting Hatred', Notice Issued to X

On the recommendation of Karnataka's chief electoral officer, the Karnataka Police issued a notice to X on 5 May, directing it to remove the animated clip posted by the BJP accusing the Congress of giving disproportionate benefits to Muslims. Varsha Sriram reports. Read here.
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BREAKING | 'Violative of Legal Framework': EC Asks X To Take Down Karnataka BJP's Video

Election Commission requests social media platform X to take down a video posted by BJP Karnataka for violating IT Act. Read here.
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