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Amazon India Warehouse Workers Allege No Relief Provided Even for Menstrual Pain

Women workers suffering from menstrual pain arenโ€™t provided even a few minutes of rest or a chair to sit at Amazon warehouse facilities in India, workers allege. Rejimon Kuttappan reports. Read here.
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'My Heart Is so Full Seeing Ranbir's Bond With Raha': Alia Bhatt

Actor Alia Bhatt's debut book, "Ed Finds a Home," follows a girl named Alia who can communicate with nature. She befriends an abandoned puppy, a talking crow, and a talking coconut tree. Bhatt spoke to The Quint about her journey as a writer and more. Watch here.
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Modi's Once Unassailable Position Appears Increasingly Porous

"CSDS data shows that only 10 percent of voters considered the PM candidate a decisive factor in this election," writes Nirmanyu Chauhan. Read here.
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'Left Homeless in Heat Before Eid': How The Demolition Took Place in MP's Mandla

On the morning of 16 June, 11 Muslim families in Bhainswahi village of Madhya Pradesh woke up to their houses being demolished by the local authorities. "We thought of at least offering namaz on the day of Bakrid, but there were bulldozers at the same spots where our homes once stood," a Mandla local tells Aliza Noor. Read here.
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BREAKING | A Delhi court has granted bail to chief minister Arvind Kejriwal in a money laundering case related to the alleged excise scam. Kejriwal was arrested on 21 March this year. Tap for more.
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We are happy to announce that The Quint has won an Honourable Mention at the Society of Publishers in Asia (SOPA) Awards 2024. Another of our stories was also a finalist at the awards. Read here.

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A Movement Like the Marathas, Against Marathas: Can Maharashtra NDA Pacify OBCs?

Taking a page from the Maratha playbook, OBC activists have been on a hunger strike to not let Marathas get reservation from their share. Still singed by the ire of Marathas in Lok Sabha, can BJP survive the war of its two largest voter bases? Eshwar analyses. Read here.
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Will Priyanka Gandhi in Wayanad Help Congress' Prospects in 2026 Kerala Polls?

Opinion | "Priyanka Gandhi's chances in Wayanad appear solid, thanks to her personality, high-profile political acumen, and storied family background. The battleground in Kerala, however, may prove to be different for Priyanka." Jacob George explains why. Read here.
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โ€˜Ishq Vishk Reboundโ€™ Review: How Does One Rebound From This Rohit Saraf-Starrer?

"Ishq Vishk Rebound is not a horrible movie โ€“ it has some of its better moments. There are times when the dialogues get an unexpected laugh out of you even as they remind you how inconsistent the writing has been," writes Pratikshya Mishra. Read here.
NEET/NET: Corrupt Elements Outside the System Must Not Be Allowed to Derail It

Opinion | "With the recent NEET and NET fiascos, it appears that the student alone is not the only player in the game. The system or process through which the efforts of students are channelised into the desired result for some, and a failed opportunity for others, is also a crucial player," writes Shashi Motilal. Read here.
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Global Climate Funding Bill Explained: Should Talk Trillions Now, Say Experts

Close to 200 countries have so far been unable to decide on the size of the annual financing target towards the developing countries thatโ€™ll help them fight the increasingly visible effects of climate change. The Quint's Garima Sadhwani spoke to experts who have been raising questions about the developed world's commitment towards meeting climate goals. Read here.
โ€˜No Other Choiceโ€™: Delhiโ€™s Street Vendors Fight for Survival in Extreme Heat

The national capital, along with large parts of northern India, is currently seeing one of the longest and most brutal heat waves yet. In these harsh conditions, street vendors in Delhi struggle to keep business afloat. Read here.
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UGC NET Cancelled, Alleged Leaks in NEET UG: Where is NTA Going Wrong?

As the UGC NET exam was cancelled and allegations of paper leaks are being probed in the NEET UG exam, Aakriti Handa speaks to experts on what ails the NTA and if reforms could help in the smooth and transparent conduct of exams. Read here.
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Review: โ€˜Maharajโ€™ Encourages Deeper Conversations Than the Ones It Tries To Have

"A devotee who canโ€™t ask questions is incomplete and so is a faith that canโ€™t answer them" โ€“ this dialogue from the Junaid Khan-starrer 'Maharaj' summarises the message at its heart. Here's Pratikshya Mishra's review of the film, also starring Jaideep Ahlawat. Read here.
Lack of Proper Data, Harsh Impact on Poor: What Heatwave Death Tolls Indicate

Between March and June, there have been 110 confirmed heatstroke deaths and over 40,000 suspected cases, as per Health Ministry data. What are the policy changes needed to mitigate the impact of heat waves? Varsha Sriram explains. Read 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.
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Giant Strides of Smriti Mandhana โ€“ From WPL Glory To Scoring Centuries for Fun

2024 has been the year of Smriti Mandhana in Indian cricket. From becoming the first RCB captain to lift a trophy, by winning to WPL, to now scoring centuries for fun, there is nothing she can do wrong. Saksham Mishra tracks her giant strides. Read here.
Pune, Chennai | The Socio-ethical Aspects of Juvenile Crime and Juvenile Justice

Opinion | "The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, does succeed in addressing many matters relating to juvenile crime, and yet, many ethical questions about juvenile crime and juvenile justice remain contested," writes Shashi Motilal. Read here.
Arvind Kejriwal Bail: When a Trial Court Walks the Liberty Talk

Opinion | "What has happened in the wake of the order granting Arvind Kejriwal's bail, explains why a trial court would be reluctant to stick its neck out and exercise discretion in favour of personal liberty in politically sensitive matters," writes Harshit Anand. Read here.
Ek Tha Akbarnagar: UP Locality Razed, Displaced People Struggle to Resume Lives

At least 1900 families from Akbarnagar have been relocated to Vasant Kunj. They have been allotted flats under PM Aawaas Yojana after demolition by local authorities to clear 24.5 acres for a redevelopment project along the Kukrail river. Piyush Rai reports. Read here.
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