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54 Journalists Killed Worldwide in 2024, says RSF
54 Journalists Killed Worldwide in 2024, says RSF

In 2024, at least 54 journalists worldwide lost their lives either on the job or because of their reporting, according to the year-end roundup by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), which shows that over half of these deaths occurred in conflict zones, with Gaza identified as the most lethal region globally. The report also mentions two of the five journalists currently detained in India.

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‘Revisiting Childhood,’ with Screenwriter, Lyricist and Filmmaker Shashwat Dwivedi
DINNER WITH BURMESE AND CHIN REFUGEES | The Dinner Table docuseries by Harshita Rathore
‘Why Education Comes with a High Cost for Girls,’ with Filmmaker Tarun Jain

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54 Journalists Killed Worldwide in 2024, says RSF
The Politics Around Places of Worship Act
The Rich Are Fuelling a Spike in Home Prices in India
New RBI Governor Appointed; What Role Does the Central Bank Play in Our Lives?
8 More Protesting Farmers Injured as Haryana Police Uses Tear Gas Shells
BJP Alleges US Govt., George Soros, Rahul Gandhi Are Attempting to Destabilise India
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Lawyer Dushyant Dave Accuses India’s Judiciary of Enabling Divisive Religious Politics
How Government’s Reduced Shares in Public Banks Will Affect Us
Trump’s Warning to BRICS Members–Including India–Against Pursuing Alternatives to US Dollar

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Power & Control: Inside Jammu and Kashmir’s Perennial Electricity Crisis
Power & Control: Inside Jammu and Kashmir’s Perennial Electricity Crisis

In the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, households commonly face frequent power outages and struggle with unaffordable electricity tariffs. This, despite the region's immense potential for hydroelectric power generation. Asad Ullah Mir describes the developmental injustices his community endures due to the extraction of hydroelectric power. Meanwhile, Abdul Hamid, a 50-year-old resident of Dal Gate in Srinagar, discusses the tough choices low-income families must make between electricity and basic necessities. This raises a pressing question: Why must the people of this region endure cold, dark winters?

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DINNER WITH BURMESE AND CHIN REFUGEES | The Dinner Table docuseries by Harshita Rathore
DINNER WITH BURMESE AND CHIN REFUGEES | The Dinner Table docuseries by Harshita Rathore

Ma Su and her family, Burmese refugees, have made Aizawl, Mizoram their home for the past several years after escaping Myanmar. She is one of nearly 40,000 Burmese refugees who have found refuge in Mizoram since the military coup in February 2021, many of whom are from the minority Chin Christian community. What drives these refugees to leave their homes? What kind of lives do they lead here, and what are their expectations of the local community? In this episode of The Dinner Table, host Harshita Rathore cooks a meal with Chin and Burmese refugees and sits down with them to share the meal while engaging in heart-to-heart conversations.

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WHEN HARDWORK ISN’T ENOUGH | Failed Aspirations of the Youth in Kashmir
WHEN HARDWORK ISN’T ENOUGH | Failed Aspirations of the Youth in Kashmir

Irshad, a 32-year-old cab driver from Kashmir, embodies the dreams and disillusionment of many in his homeland. Once a promising cricketer and a Master’s degree holder in English Literature, Irshad’s quest for meaningful employment for over a decade drew a blank. Unemployment, mostly fuelled by the political and economic instability in Jammu & Kashmir, has left the youth with unfulfilled aspirations. Recent data suggests Kashmir has an astounding unemployment rate of 24.6%, significantly higher than the national average of 6.1%. The ripple effects are tragic: rising crime, rampant drug addiction, and an alarming increase in suicides.

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SWAGATA - A Bereaved Mother’s Resolve | Stories of Resilience
SWAGATA - A Bereaved Mother’s Resolve | Stories of Resilience

In January 2020, Swagata Majumdar faced the unimaginable grief of losing her twins. The grief of losing her children became overwhelming. She also realized that child loss is a significant taboo in India, leading to the isolation of bereaved mothers. Determined to challenge this stigma and support others, Swagata, along with her friends, started a support group for mothers who have lost a child. Today, Swagata has found healing and is now living with a happy family.

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DINNER WITH BURMESE AND CHIN REFUGEES | The Dinner Table docuseries by Harshita Rathore
DINNER WITH BURMESE AND CHIN REFUGEES | The Dinner Table docuseries by Harshita Rathore

Ma Su and her family, Burmese refugees, have made Aizawl, Mizoram their home for the past several years after escaping Myanmar. She is one of nearly 40,000 Burmese refugees who have found refuge in Mizoram since the military coup in February 2021, many of whom are from the minority Chin Christian community. What drives these refugees to leave their homes? What kind of lives do they lead here, and what are their expectations of the local community? In this episode of The Dinner Table, host Harshita Rathore cooks a meal with Chin and Burmese refugees and sits down with them to share the meal while engaging in heart-to-heart conversations.

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SWAGATA - A Bereaved Mother’s Resolve | Stories of Resilience
SWAGATA - A Bereaved Mother’s Resolve | Stories of Resilience

In January 2020, Swagata Majumdar faced the unimaginable grief of losing her twins. The grief of losing her children became overwhelming. She also realized that child loss is a significant taboo in India, leading to the isolation of bereaved mothers. Determined to challenge this stigma and support others, Swagata, along with her friends, started a support group for mothers who have lost a child. Today, Swagata has found healing and is now living with a happy family.

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WHAT MAKES A ‘HOME’ | Demolition Drives in Delhi
WHAT MAKES A ‘HOME’ | Demolition Drives in Delhi

The video delves into the lives of Delhi's slum dwellers, whose homes perpetually face the threat of demolition. In a recent case, on May 19, 2023, residents of Priyanka Gandhi Camp in Vasant Vihar, Delhi, received official notices from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to vacate the land by June 15, 2023. Despite legal battles fought by the PG camp residents, their ‘Jhuggis’ (slums) were ultimately demolished. Between April 1 and July 27, 2023, Delhi witnessed 49 demolition drives. In 2023, at least 1600 homes have been destroyed and about 2,50,000 are homeless in India’s Capital. This story is about the plight of those who become homeless overnight.

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FROM SALT PANS TO YOUR PLATES|Unequal Earnings in Salt Farming
FROM SALT PANS TO YOUR PLATES|Unequal Earnings in Salt Farming

Gujarat stands as India’s foremost salt-producing state, contributing 85% to the nation's total salt output. Within Gujarat, 31% of this production originates from the Agariya community living within the Little Rann of Kutch. Despite being the primary contributors to the salt industry, the Agariya people find themselves receiving the smallest share of profits. Furthermore, they grapple with the adverse effects of climate change, directly impacting their livelihoods. In this narrative, Bhopa and Gunand, two Agariya salt farmers, shed light on the disparity in earnings within the salt farming sector.

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UNEQUAL LIVES | Everyday Struggles of Dalits in Gujarat
UNEQUAL LIVES | Everyday Struggles of Dalits in Gujarat

Bhupat Bhai Sekhaliya, a diligent and hardworking rickshaw driver from Gujarat, belongs to the Dalit community. Despite his unwavering dedication, the respect he deserves eludes him, particularly from individuals of "upper" castes in his vicinity. Many daily activities, deemed "normal" for any resident, remain inaccessible to him. Defiance can lead to physical assault. However, Bhupat's story is not an isolated incident. In Gujarat, the spectre of violence against Dalits looms large, with an average of four cases reported daily. The past seven years have seen a staggering total of over 9,000 documented instances of such violence.

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BREATHLESS IN DELHI | The Human Cost of Air Pollution
BREATHLESS IN DELHI | The Human Cost of Air Pollution

If you are living in Delhi, you might lose 12 years of your life because of air pollution. Jyoti Lavakare Pande, an author and a journalist from Delhi, writes an open letter to highlight the intensity of pollution in Delhi. She reflects on her mother's vibrant and resilient life, filled with smiles and melodies. Her mother, Kamale Pande, a classical vocalist, was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer, struggling for every breath in Delhi's pollution. She pens down her mother’s journey to raise awareness about the invisible killer looming in Delhi’s air.

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‘Revisiting Childhood,’ with Screenwriter, Lyricist and Filmmaker Shashwat Dwivedi
‘Revisiting Childhood,’ with Screenwriter, Lyricist and Filmmaker Shashwat Dwivedi

This video is from the third episode of our online event series, “Newsreel Asia Conversations,” which gives you a chance to interact with filmmakers who explore social, economic and political themes in their works. It all came together from our team's interactions with these creative minds at the 2024 Dharamshala International Film Festival. In this episode, we featured screenwriter, lyricist and filmmaker Shashwat Dwivedi, and our conversation centred on “Revisiting Childhood,” based on his latest film “Bobby Beauty Parlour.”

‘Why Education Comes with a High Cost for Girls,’ with Filmmaker Tarun Jain
‘Why Education Comes with a High Cost for Girls,’ with Filmmaker Tarun Jain

This video is from the second episode of our online event series, “Newsreel Asia Conversations,” which gives you a chance to interact with filmmakers who explore social, economic and political themes in their works. In this episode, we featured filmmaker and director Tarun Jain, and our conversation centred on “Why Education Comes with a High Cost for Girls,” based on his film “Ballad of the Mountain.”