MP and Bhim Army chief Chandrashekhar Aazad, speaking in Kolkata, accused BJP and Godi Media of spreading hate and using Dalits in engineered riots. He questioned the Tiranga Yatra’s purpose, emphasized unity among oppressed communities, and announced plans to contest Bengal elections with the Azad Samaj Party.
Veteran journalist Biswajit Roy, known for his fearless ground reporting, intellectual depth, and support for independent media, passed away at 65. A staunch believer in old-school journalism, he wrote extensively on issues like Galwan and Palestine. Despite health and resource constraints, he remained committed to meaningful, socially conscious journalism till the end.
The Indo-Pak war after the Pahalgam attack became a global arms expo and political theatre. China showcased weapons, Pakistan secured a bailout, Turkey advertised drones, and India fused military action with nationalism. Trump sought a ceasefire for clout. As profits and power shifted hands, civilians bore the brunt—again.
Dozens of Bengali Muslim families in Kolkata’s Rajabazar were evicted without notice, leaving them homeless. Despite decades of residence and valid documents, police demolished their huts. With no response from local leaders or rehabilitation offered, the families have appealed to the State Minorities Commission for urgent humanitarian intervention.
Amid the Pahalgam terror attack, India witnessed unity from citizens while media and political actors pushed hate. Voices like Himanshi Narwal, Sangeeta Negi, and Rakesh Tikait showed courage and clarity. As the caste census unsettles the status quo, real patriotism lies in justice, not jingoism or communal provocation.
Jharkhand minister Sudivya Kumar’s sarcastic remark, suggesting Himachal CM’s resignation after the Pahalgam terror attack, was widely misunderstood. BJP called it vulgar, prompting Kumar to clarify his intent and highlight the Centre’s lack of accountability. The controversy reignited political debate, with JMM demanding resignations and holding protests against the Modi government
The Pahalgam massacre was a brutal reminder of Pakistan-backed terror aimed at destabilizing India. Beyond condemnation, the response must be strategic and united. Divisive politics only serve the enemy’s agenda. Restoring peace in Kashmir and rejecting communal narratives are key to defeating those who thrive on chaos and hatred.
Ahmed Wali Faisal Rahmani warns that the Waqf Act 2025 threatens centuries-old Muslim endowments that served all communities. While global institutions like Harvard thrive on endowments, India is dismantling its own. The Act could severely impact Dalits, the poor, and lakhs of non-Muslims relying on Waqf-supported services.
[dropcap]आ[/dropcap]ज अम्बेडकर जयंती पर बाबासाहब डॉ भीमराव अम्बेडकर के 1940 में दिए गए बयान को याद करने की ज़रूरत है
The release of Phule, a film on Jyotiba and Savitri Mai Phule, has been delayed due to objections from the Censor Board and protests by Brahmin groups. Despite celebrating the couple’s revolutionary legacy, the film faces resistance for critiquing Brahmanism, highlighting ongoing struggles over caste, history, and narrative control in India.