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Labour Movement in India: A Discussion With Amarjeet Kaur
On 20 May 2025, workers from across India will go on a nationwide general strike. The strike has been called by the Joint Platform of Central Trade Unions against the four labour codes — Code on Wages, 2019; the Industrial Relations Code, 2020; the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020; and the Code…
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Myths, Pseudo-science, Superstition, Fanaticism | The Importance of Scientific Temper in India
On 18 January 2025, IIT Bombay organized a lecture on “Garbhavigyan”, the science of begetting a good progeny. Three days before, the Director of IIT Madras claimed that gaumutra (cow urine) has medicinal properties and can cure diseases. In 2024, IIT Mandi introduced a mandatory course for engineering students, which includes content related to reincarnation…
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The Historical Context And Contemporary Developments of Left and Right Wing Political Movements
The Historical Context And Contemporary Developments of Left and Right Wing Political Movements: A Discussion with Prof Ajit Jha The terminology of Left and Right wing politics emerged in the late 18th century during the churning of the revolutionary France. Over the 19th century, in a landscape shaped by industrial revolution, revolutionary movements, and political…
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Agricultural Crisis in India and the Farmer’s Movement | A Discussion with Dr Ashok Dhawale
In 2014, Narendra Modi had come to power with the promise of ending the agricultural crisis in India and the implementation of Swaminathan Commission report on minimum support price. As CM, Modi had recommended a legal guarantee of MSP, and promised pension for farmers in his manifesto for 2014 General Election. Yet, his Government reneged…
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Rise of Communalism and Hatred in India: A Discussion with Harsh Mander
The 10 years of Modi Raj witnessed an unprecedented rise in communalism and hate in India. Calls for violence, genocide, and economic boycott of minorities were openly made through rallies and dharma sansads. Despite a Supreme Court order, hate speeches were made by political leaders to incite the common people. False and clearly-disproven rhetoric like…
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IIT, कानपुर से उजाड़े गए धोबी परिवारों के साथ एकजुटता हेतु, सोशलिस्ट पार्टी (इंडिया) का IIT मुख्य गेट पर एक दिवसीय अनशन
भारतीय प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान से उजाड़े गए धोबी परिवारों के साथ एकजुटता हेतु आज 25 मार्च, 2025, मंगलवार को मुख्य गेट , IIT कानपुर, कल्याणपुर में आज एक दिवसीय अनशन/धरना किया गया। धरने में वरिष्ठ समाजसेवी और सोशलिस्ट पार्टी (इंडिया) के महासचिव संदीप पांडे, विजया दीदी, मोना सूर, मीनू सूर, विजय चावला, सुरेश यादव, प्रताप साहनी,…
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“Unveiling the Truth: Is the Yogi Adityanath Government Conspiring Against UP’s People?”
“In this video, we dive deep into allegations surrounding the Yogi Adityanath-led government in Uttar Pradesh. Are the policies and actions of the UP administration working against the interests of its own people? From controversial decisions to hidden motives, we explore the claims, evidence, and counterarguments. Watch to uncover the reality behind the headlines. Don’t…
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The Socialist Party (India) is demanding a judicial probe into the mysterious deaths of three tribal youth in Kulgam
Press Note Date: 22 March, 2025 The Socialist Party (India) is demanding a judicial probe into the mysterious deaths of three tribal youth in Kulgam, who went missing on February 13. The bodies of two of the missing youth, Showkat Ahmed Bajad and Reyaz Ahmed Bajad, were recovered, while Mukhtar Ahmed is still missing. The…
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34 Washerfolk families without toilets in IIT Kanpur face eviction
This video dives into the shocking reality of 34 Scheduled Caste washerfolk families at IIT Kanpur, who have been denied basic sanitation for over 65 years. Despite India’s “Open Defecation Free” status, these families now face eviction as the institute modernizes with washing machines. Explore the untold story of broken promises, systemic inequality, and their…
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Amit Shah has no idea of deep ethnic divide in Manipur
In this video, we dive into the ongoing crisis in Manipur, exploring the deep ethnic divide that continues to fuel tensions in the region. Home Minister Amit Shah’s recent statements have sparked debate—does he truly grasp the complexity of this conflict? We break it down with insights and updates you won’t want to miss.