Two-Day Bharat Bandh Against ‘Govt’s Anti-People Policies’
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Two-Day Bharat Bandh Against ‘Govt’s Anti-People Policies’

ByCourtesy: The Wire

The ‘Bharat Bandh’ strike was called for by ten central trade unions against the “anti-worker, anti-farmer, anti-people and anti-national policies” of the Union government. Their demands included scrapping of the new labour codes, no privatisation, increased allocation of wages under MNREGA, among others.

How Hindu Extremists, Aided by the Govt, are Tearing Apart Ancient Ties Between Muslims & Hindus
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How Hindu Extremists, Aided by the Govt, are Tearing Apart Ancient Ties Between Muslims & Hindus

ByG. Vishnu

Emboldened by the confirmation of a hijab ban by the high court, Hindu fundamentalist organisations have pressured temple committees across Karnataka to keep out Muslim traders from about 60 fairs and have now escalated their demands to a ban on halal meat.

Proposal for a Federal Front to Contain the Onslaught on Federalism
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Proposal for a Federal Front to Contain the Onslaught on Federalism

ByE.A.S. Sarma

In recent times, there has been a distressing tendency on the part of the Centre to intrude unduly in areas that legitimately belong to the States, which has the effect of eroding the political identity of the State. These are disturbing trends that do not augur well for the well being of the nation.

In State That Drove Laws Guaranteeing Info & Work, New Law to Hold Govt Accountable Is Put on Hold
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In State That Drove Laws Guaranteeing Info & Work, New Law to Hold Govt Accountable Is Put on Hold

ByMahima Jain

In Rajasthan, a demand grows for India’s first law meant to hold government officials responsible for negligence, inaction and delay in delivery of services. Congress chief minister Ashok Gehlot had promised the legislation more than 3 years ago, but the bill yet to be passed.