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Radhika Iyengar
Radhika is a Senior Sub Editor with the indianexpress.com She is an alumna of Columbia University. She tweets @radhika_iy
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How CBFC has maintained its status as the Central Board of Double StandardsSubscriber Only
March 27, 2017 18:52 IST
The argument that certain films are 'un-Indian' due to the nature of their explicit content, has been resurrected from time to time depending on the ruling political government.
Mon, Mar 27, 2017
Five Days of Yogi Adityanath’s UP reign: Key decisions he has taken so farSubscriber Only
March 24, 2017 16:33 IST
From the formation of 'anti-Romeo' squads to the ban on illegal slaughterhouses, here is a compilation of the actions the new UP Chief Minister has taken since he was sworn in.
Fri, Mar 24, 2017
Maternity (Amendment) Bill: Looks good on paper, but there’s more to it than what meets the eyeSubscriber Only
March 10, 2017 15:35 IST
While India may be ahead of the United States (which gives its women employees 12 weeks of unpaid maternity leave), our Maternity Bill leaves out a large section of women in the unorganized sector -- and that's a colossal setback.
Fri, Mar 10, 2017
Karan Johar, Kangana Ranaut debacle and the complexities of the term, ‘Woman Card’
March 09, 2017 17:44 IST
If Kangana Ranaut was playing the 'woman card' and 'victim card', Karan Johar was playing the 'man card' and 'bully card'
Fri, Mar 10, 2017
In the lexicon of profanities, a majority of them derogate womenSubscriber Only
March 08, 2017 12:38 IST
Most of the pet cuss words however, are located, alarmingly, in sexism.
Wed, Mar 08, 2017
Karan Johar has a right to have children, like anyone elseSubscriber Only
March 06, 2017 17:00 IST
Tradition and society dictate that marriage and biological parenthood should coincide. However, a physically and mentally stable adult who has the wherewithal to take on the responsibility of a child, should be allowed to become a parent
Mon, Mar 06, 2017
Is the Government correct in forcing students to get Aadhaar Card for Mid-Day meals?Subscriber Only
March 05, 2017 15:48 IST
India has one of the world’s highest demographics of children suffering from malnutrition. The government's responsibility should be to feed them, not arm-twist them into getting an Aadhaar Card.
Mon, Mar 06, 2017
RSS leader Kundan Chandrawat’s hate speech: No arrest; shows our complacency as a peopleSubscriber Only
March 03, 2017 19:14 IST
Chandrawat: "We sent 2000 to the graveyard". It's been over 24 hours since the RSS leader made the disconcerting claim regarding the Muslim deaths in the Godhra riots. Chandrawat however, hasn't been arrested, yet.
Sun, Mar 05, 2017
Gurmehar Kaur’s retraction of campaign shows how women who voice dissent are gagged in IndiaSubscriber Only
February 28, 2017 17:51 IST
From Kaur to Zaira Wasim, those who've challenged authority or seemed to have 'displeased' it, have received hate threats and been forced into submission
Wed, Mar 01, 2017
How the American Press reported the Kansas ShootingSubscriber Only
February 25, 2017 09:02 IST
The shooting incident has been conveyed in a stoic voice, bearing no hint of emotion, empathy, or apathy, for that matter.
Tue, Feb 28, 2017
Facebook Live could have helped me fight cops’ moral policingSubscriber Only
February 24, 2017 17:16 IST
Vishnu Vichu's facebook live video of two cops morally policing him and his girlfriend, marks a new chapter in journalism in India. Not only does facebook live function as a distress signal for the citizens, but through it Vichu also assumed the role of a citizen journalist
Fri, Feb 24, 2017
Dear CBFC, the idea of women having sexual fantasies shouldn’t seem alien to youSubscriber Only
February 24, 2017 11:47 IST
In the 21st century, films which are bold, provocative and re-sculpting the language of Indian cinema should be welcomed with open arms, not suppressed.
Fri, Feb 24, 2017
Making profits through unnecessary Caesareans: The dark underbelly of India’s healthcare industrySubscriber Only
February 23, 2017 12:17 IST
In this country, where conversations regarding women and their concerns are often eclipsed, there is alarming rise in the number of caesareans, feeding the healthcare industry's money-making agenda
Thu, Feb 23, 2017
Health Ministry’s kit for adolescents marks a paradigm shift for a relatively conservative govtSubscriber Only
February 22, 2017 16:10 IST
Educational institutes in India have gained a notoriety for upholding and disseminating archaic ideologies pertaining to gender roles, relationships and gender identities. The Health Ministry's kit challenges these very social norms and taboos.
Wed, Feb 22, 2017
Can we have a mayoral committee govern our cities?Subscriber Only
February 21, 2017 21:34 IST
Last year, the debate of having a Mayoral committee entered public discourse, when Shashi Tharoor introduced it into the Parliament as a private member's bill.
Tue, Feb 21, 2017
From Tata Tea to Titan, Indian brands are adopting a new, socially-conscious languageSubscriber Only
February 21, 2017 18:57 IST
There has been a surge of beautifully crafted, intelligently told Indian advertisements that either prod us to engage in sociopolitical issues with greater furor, or address issues pertaining to gender inequality and same-sex relationships
Tue, Feb 21, 2017
Govt plans to restrict maternity benefit to first child only. As usual, it’s the women who sufferSubscriber Only
February 20, 2017 16:07 IST
One could argue that this step would reflect better in population control. Would it though? Or would just make it far worse for pregnant women who desperately need financial assistance?
Mon, Feb 20, 2017
Smriti Irani’s latest attack on Priyanka Gandhi only ends up amplifying her importance in UP electionsSubscriber Only
February 17, 2017 16:18 IST
While Irani's effort to drag Priyanka into a petty political battle may be deemed as petulant behavior, all eyes are currently on Priyanka who is campaigning in Raebareli
Fri, Feb 17, 2017
After two ceremonies and a funeral, can we please move on Tamil Nadu’s sakeSubscriber Only
February 16, 2017 17:43 IST
In the last two months, Tamil Nadu has dominated the media attention. In the last two months, there have been two swearing in ceremonies, a funeral and a prison sentence; there has been Cyclone Vardah and the Jallikattu fiasco. Perhaps it's time to finally move on.
Thu, Feb 16, 2017
MNS mantra: If you engage in gunda-gardi, you will be rewardedSubscriber Only
February 16, 2017 14:13 IST
The MNS nominates the wives of two party members who participated in wrecking havoc before the release of Ae Dil Hai Muskhil. In doing so, it conveys that those who participate in gunda-gardi will be rewarded, directly or indirectly.
Thu, Feb 16, 2017
ISRO shows why we have to invest more on innovative institutionsSubscriber Only
February 15, 2017 17:13 IST
Consider this to be a swift boost for the Indian morale to stratospheric levels. With its 35th successful PSLV (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle ) mission, this is a proud moment for India – its homegrown space agency has successfully transcended the records established by Russia and the United States.
Thu, Feb 16, 2017
Patriotism cannot be taught nor enforced: After cinema halls, is the national anthem compulsory in theater halls as well?Subscriber Only
February 14, 2017 20:19 IST
Can we explicitly convey our sense of patriotism? Can we express how emotionally bound we are to our country?
Tue, Feb 14, 2017
Table for One and a Glass of WineSubscriber Only
February 14, 2017 16:42 IST
Valentine's Day has the proclivity to be more awkward than romantic – most of the time. Everyone is running on high expectations. Everyone is high-strung. At the same time, they are squirming with anxiety, uncertain whether they can “deliver” in equal measure.
Tue, Feb 14, 2017
Dear Suresh Prabhu, here are a few ideas for improving train travel conditions for the differently-abledSubscriber Only
February 10, 2017 18:07 IST
In a response to a petition backed by 82,000 supporters to improve the railway facilities for disabled people, Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu asked the public for ideas. And we came up with a list.
Sat, Feb 11, 2017
‘The coolie groped me while carrying me into train’: This woman’s story is something Suresh Prabhu can’t ignoreSubscriber Only
February 09, 2017 20:05 IST
Since the Indian railways aren't disabled-friendly, Virali Modi has been dependent on porters to board the train. She was manhandled by them on three separate occasions.
Fri, Feb 10, 2017Journalism of Courage
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