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I’m a target because I’m an outsider: Sanskrit scholar Sheldon Pollock

June 04, 2018 1:21 pm

Sanskrit scholar Sheldon Pollock, 70, who was in India recently, speaks on the relevance of Sanskrit in India today, dealing with hate and why he has never approached language through the prism of religion.

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The problem with Pollock

March 21, 2016 4:22 am

Why the Murty Classical Library of India needs a rethink.

Mind Your (Ancient) Language

January 25, 2015 12:40 am

Sheldon Pollock on meaning of ‘classical’ and how an inclusive political environment is essential for Sanskrit

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The PM lauded the sportspersons for making the country proud and said in a short video, "Jo khelega woh khilega. Always cheer for Bharat"

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Updated: August 10, 2026 00:06 IST

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bout 450 students of the university from different batches, including the outgoing LLB and LLM batch, have written to the Vice Chancellor, the Registrar and Professors of the university requesting them not to invite the CJI, citing his recent comments with regard to a petition against alleged police excesses during the NEET protests last month.

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Updated: August 9, 2026 23:07 IST

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The FDA seized 66,652.6 kg of edible oil valued at Rs. 1.05 crore. The establishment’s licence was suspended with immediate effect and the unit was closed.

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