New ‘Legal Terrorism’ Unleashed!
The Calcutta High Court (HC) of India recently expressed serious concern over the misuse of Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The provision is aimed at addressing harassment […]
Mitigating The Sufferings
Once, a world-famous actor reportedly said: “Divorce is indeed a tragedy. However, the bigger tragedy is staying in an unhappy marriage.” She might have been happy to hear the recent […]
On Literary ‘Plastic Surgery’
Roald Dahl (September 13, 1916 – November 23, 1990), the popular English author of children’s literature and short stories, enjoyed fame during his lifetime. He has been brought to justice […]
On A Less Painful Death
The Supreme Court (SC) has asked the Government of India to consider a less painful alternative of death, instead of hanging. On March 21, a SC Bench, led by Chief […]
Regaining Control By Ending Life
Jonathan Joseph James (December 12, 1983 – May 18, 2008) was responsible for hacking the website of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) at the age of 17, and […]
A Humongous Curse
The original Constitution of India had two important clauses: 16(4) and 335. The Article 16(4) of the Indian Constitution (1949) states: “Nothing in this Article shall prevent the State from […]
On Rights & Reality
Antonio Francesco Gramsci (January 22, 1891 – April 27, 1937), the Italian Marxist philosopher, journalist, linguist, writer and politician who is best known for his Theory of Cultural Hegemony, once […]
Iran’s ‘George Floyd’ Movement
She came out from her residence, without wearing a proper hijab. Hence, the Guidance Patrol of the Islamic Republic of Iran, a special Police squad in charge of public implementation […]
Justice Cries Out Amidst Silence
Each and every Indian would like to believe the words of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who spoke about the national unity, empathy towards all citizens, respect for women, etc., while […]
