Eight Must-Read Books by Mahasweta Devi
Discover eight essential books by Mahasweta Devi that highlight her powerful storytelling and social activism. These works offer deep insights into India's marginalized communities.
Discover eight essential books by Mahasweta Devi that highlight her powerful storytelling and social activism. These works offer deep insights into India's marginalized communities.
Zendaya shares timeless advice on self-worth and morals from a 2015 post, alongside her Emmy wins and philanthropic work for Hurricane Sandy and Black rights.
Matt Damon made a political statement at The Rip premiere in New York, wearing an anti-ICE pin to protest the shooting of Renée Good. Hollywood stars join the movement.
At 'On Being Brinda' session, Brinda Karat and Subhashini Ali delved into her memoir 'An Education for Rita,' exploring her political evolution, trade union work, and feminist movements of the 1970s-80s.
NBA star Kyrie Irving wore a 'PRESS' shirt during a Mavericks game, honoring Palestinian journalists. The gesture sparked global reactions about athlete activism and press freedom.
In her birth centenary year, Mahasweta Devi's powerful writing continues to challenge readers with urgent questions about land, labor, gender, and state power in modern India.
On her birth centenary, Mahasweta Devi's grandson reflects on how the writer-activist would view modern India, where dissent is often labeled anti-national and tribal rights ignored.
Celebrities wore anti-ICE pins at the Golden Globes to protest recent shootings, while ignoring Iran protests. The political statements highlighted Hollywood's selective activism.
Hollywood star Mark Ruffalo used the 2026 Golden Globes stage to deliver a scathing critique of Donald Trump, calling him 'the worst human being in the world' while honoring a protest movement.
Alexis Rose, a trans nurse activist, says her identity disappeared from US passport systems after Global Entry revocation, linking it to federal actions against transgender people.
Grammy winner Ricky Kej hails Priyanka Chopra as the only Indian actor to land mainstream Hollywood leads, not exotic stereotypes. Discover her upcoming films and global impact.
Priyanka Chopra joins George Clooney, Julia Roberts & more as a presenter for the 83rd Golden Globe Awards. Details on the star-studded event, nominees, and how to watch in India.
The Supreme Court's evolution places life and dignity at its core, transforming it into a proactive force for systemic change, accessible for urgent interventions. Explore this judicial revolution.
A public talk in Panaji ignited a mass movement as Goans unite against systematic plunder of land, hills, and rivers. Demands include strict adherence to RP2021 and gram sabha empowerment. Join the fight to protect Goa's identity.
The Supreme Court's recent suo motu action on stray dogs and the Aravalli hills marks a worrying shift from evidence-based rulings to judicial intuition, risking its formidable legacy. Read the analysis.
Activist investing surged to a record 255 campaigns globally in 2025, driven by market dips and a pro-M&A climate. Barclays predicts a continued rush for deals ahead of US midterm elections.
Harvard University President Alan Garber says professors bringing personal politics into class stifles student dissent. He pledges a return to objectivity. Read his full critique.
A citizen collective in Kolkata successfully saved a 70-year-old tamarind tree planted by freedom fighter Parul Mukherjee. The builder agreed to preserve it and build a memorial. Read how art and activism made the difference.
A poignant event commemorated cultural activists Safdar Hashmi and Rambahadur Nepali at Alambagh's PCF. Theatre artists performed a street play, organized by Amuk Artist Group and NRMU. Read more.
Gen Z is driving change in 2026, demanding pay transparency, mental health support, and political accountability. Discover the data and voices shaping this new era.
The Supreme Court's 2025 term marked a pivotal turn towards judicial restraint, redefining its role. Explore the key judgments and their impact on India's constitutional future.
In 1960, Hollywood's writers and actors launched a historic strike against major studios, winning crucial rights and reshaping the entertainment industry forever. Discover the untold story.
From Nepal to Turkey, Gen Z moved from memes to mobilisation in 2025, demanding accountability and toppling governments. Discover how a generation redefined protest.
In 2025, Generation Z's simmering anger over corruption, inequality, and exclusion exploded into youth-led protests across continents, from Nepal to Kenya, reshaping dissent in a digital-first world. Discover the global awakening.
French icon Brigitte Bardot dies at 91. Explore her legacy as a film star who challenged norms and her controversial shift to activism. A life of bold contradictions.
Discover how retired official S.K. Nayyar's grit and advocacy turned Panchkula from a neglected suburb into a thriving district. His story is a blueprint for citizen-led urban transformation.
A Gen Z-led movement in Nepal has successfully pushed for a formal policy granting special consideration to students facing crises. Discover how student activism is reshaping education.
Hollywood films in India stage a major recovery in 2025, earning nearly Rs 1300 crore, close to the 2019 peak. Discover the hits like Avatar 3, F1, and Mission: Impossible that fueled this resurgence.
Former Supreme Court judge Justice Abhay S Oka explains why sitting judges should not speak to the media, defends comedians' role, and reflects on environmental activism and judicial reforms. Read his key insights.
From Kickstarter's strike win to Google's union push, tech workers are organising despite mass layoffs aimed at funding AI. Explore the new labour movement in Silicon Valley. Read more.