Tag: Gujarat
Corporate Giant PepsiCo. Vs. Indigenous Famers: Liberalism and Endangered Livelihoods
The conflict between Gujarat’s potato farmers and corporate giant PepsiCo. points towards deeper questions related to endangered farmer livelihoods under liberalism.
Supreme Court Announces Rs 50 Lakh Compensation for Bilkis Banu
GUJARAT/After a prolonged period of wait, the Supreme Court has finally ordered a monetary compensation for Bilkis Banu.
Train Bogie Burnt to Recreate Godhra Fire Scene for Upcoming Modi Biopic
The shooting of the Godhra incident for the upcoming biopic on PM Narendra Modi led to the burning of a train bogie in Vadodara. The film is going to be released on social media before the Lok Sabha elections, 2019.
Patel, Modi and Our Imaginary Unity
OPINION
Should we see something beyond the 'Statue of Unity'? Even at this moment of media simulation and propaganda ,the author has sought to persuade the readers to reflect, and fight for real unity - not an imaginary construct.
Migration and Violence in Gujarat
GUJARAT
Several migrant workers from the non-Gujarati speaking belt have been compelled to flee Gujarat in the context of grave violence against migratory labour in the state.
Why are the Asiatic Lions of Gir Dying?
The Asiatic lions of Gir are among the endangered species which if not taken care of will soon be absent from the landscape of earth. The recent deaths of more than a dozen such lions in Gir is a reminder of the insufficient care by the nation state of a species that adds a lot to India’s natural diversity.
Modi’s Euphoric Success: Need to Think Differently
The BJP’s sweeping victory in Gujarat and Himanchal Pradesh under the leadership of Mr. Modi reminds us of the many urgent questions that a nation like ours cannot neglect despite the apparent mood of celebration and euphoria we witness around us.
90 Million Years Old Ichthyosaur Fossils Found in Gujarat
Fossils of Ichthyosaurs (fish like lizards) that lived nearly 90 million years ago have been found in Gujarat. Here is the story.