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Sep 28, 2024 | 
countercurrents.org | Dimple Oberoi Vahali |Sujauddin S K |Viswabhadrananda Shaktibodhi |Ramya Ramanathan
We hail the large-scale participation in the peace and unity march by members of the civil society and democratic groups on 27th September 2024 in Shimla and Solan against the rising communalism there vis-à-vis the Muslim community. This confluence of secular voices was extremely necessary in these trying times when Hindutva groups had started a conflagration against the peace and harmony of Himachal.
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Sep 25, 2024 | 
countercurrents.org | Sujauddin S K |Dimple Oberoi Vahali |Viswabhadrananda Shaktibodhi |Ramya Ramanathan
Abstract: Religious nationalism is a subject of critical importance in much of the world today. As the resurgence of religious nationalism in various parts of the world is a phenomenon that has captured the attention of policymakers, scholars and concerned citizens alike. Which is characterized by the fusion of religious identity with the national identity.
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Sep 24, 2024 | 
countercurrents.org | Dimple Oberoi Vahali |Viswabhadrananda Shaktibodhi |Ramya Ramanathan |Bharat Dogra
Godi media channels and websites are carrying out a propaganda campaign these days. It is claimed that Delhi Minorities Commission (DMC) and Delhi Waqf Board (DWB) want to grab Hindu temple lands. This propaganda is an attempt to derail the current discussion on Waqf. This campaign falsely claims that the DMC has suggested and DWB has demanded lands of Hindu temples.
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Sep 20, 2024 | 
countercurrents.org | Viswabhadrananda Shaktibodhi |Ramya Ramanathan |Bharat Dogra |Dimple Oberoi Vahali
We belong to Shimla, Himachal Pradesh and are deeply aggrieved by the gravity of circumstances that have built up in the last few weeks around the Mosque in Sanjauli, Shimla. It is a matter of serious concern that there has been mass mobilization against a religious minority community in our city. At an apparent level, Shimla has so far been a relatively peaceful place with the co-existence of many cultures, religions and ethnic identities.
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Sep 2, 2024 | 
countercurrents.org | Viswabhadrananda Shaktibodhi |Ramya Ramanathan |Bharat Dogra |Manas Jena
Odisha, India – The Ganatantrik Adhikar Suraksha Sangathan (GASS) expresses concern over the rising communal tensions in Odisha, a state traditionally known for its peace and harmony. Recent developments, including the incident in Balasore, attacks on minorities from neighboring states, and the spread of rumours in Kandhamal, fuelled by the rise of the Sangh Parivar, have pushed Odisha toward the brink of communal unrest, threatening the safety and livelihoods of its citizens.
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Aug 14, 2024 | 
canadianimmigrant.ca | Ramya Ramanathan
City: Winnipeg Country of origin: India In the heart of Canada in Winnipeg, Jaideep Johar is a testament to resilience and unwavering commitment. His journey from India to Canada in 2005 marked the beginning of a remarkable odyssey despite a year-long struggle to secure employment. His perseverance, sincerity and strong belief in values and ethics facilitated his adaptation to the new environment.
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Aug 9, 2024 | 
countercurrents.org | Suresh Khairnar |Vidyarthy Chatterjee |Uzair Ahmed |Ramya Ramanathan
Yesterday at 8:30 AM, former Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mr. Buddhadeb Bhattacharya passed away at his residence in Palm Avenue, Ballygunge, Calcutta, at the age of 80. In different states of India, leaders of different parties have got the opportunity to become Chief Minister. But in my own observation, Buddhadeb Bhattacharya seemed to be a cultured, decent and civilized Chief Minister.
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Aug 1, 2024 | 
canadianimmigrant.ca | Ramya Ramanathan
City: Winnipeg Country of origin: India In the heart of Canada in Winnipeg, Jaideep Johar is a testament to resilience and unwavering commitment. His journey from India to Canada in 2005 marked the beginning of a remarkable odyssey despite a year-long struggle to secure employment. His perseverance, sincerity and strong belief in values and ethics facilitated his adaptation to the new environment.
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Jul 30, 2024 | 
countercurrents.org | Uzair Ahmed |Ramya Ramanathan |Bharat Dogra |Vidya Bhushan Rawat
In the recent 18th Lok Sabha Election, India witnessed the emergence of young and dynamic MPs from different parties and states, which bodes well for Indian democracy, one of these young Parliamentarians is Choudhary Iqra Hasan, who made history by becoming the youngest Muslim female MP to enter the Parliament. Winning from Kairana Lok Sabha Constituency in Western Uttar Pradesh, Iqra’s victory generated significant buzz on social media.
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Jul 29, 2024 | 
countercurrents.org | Ramya Ramanathan |Bharat Dogra |Vidya Bhushan Rawat |Carlos L Garrido
Standing in front of a massive gathering of his supporters, Zulfikar Ali Bhutto once claimed that there were two Zulfikar Ali Bhuttos present at that particular moment – ‘ek jo yahan khada hai aur doosre aap, har ek aap mein.’ It was probably this streak of charisma which propelled him into the political limelight in Pakistan during the late 60s and early 70s.
