An appellate body of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has ruled against India in a long-standing case over poultry imports from the United States of … US wins poultry case against India at WTORead more
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India’s Economic Blockade
A blockade on indispensable fuel and other essentials imported from India now enters a third month. The crisis reached a new low last week when … India’s Economic BlockadeRead more
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‘Free Basics’ will take away more than our right to the internet
As the TRAI decides the fate of Free Basics, Mark Zuckerberg is in India with ₹100 crore, in pocket change, for advertising. Facebook’s Free Basics … ‘Free Basics’ will take away more than our right to the internetRead more
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Why No to Free Basics by Facebook!
There are other successful models for providing free Internet access to people, without giving a competitive advantage to Facebook. Free Basics is the worst of … Why No to Free Basics by Facebook!Read more
Posted inFascism / India / Violence
RSS in damage control mode over Dadri act
The Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh on Sunday rejected any charge that it had defended the killing of Mohammad Akhlaq and distanced itself from an article published … RSS in damage control mode over Dadri actRead more
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Facebook Is Trying to Mislead Users
Fight for the Future has received several reports of Facebook users receiving notifications encouraging them to “Act Now to Save Free Basics in India.” Free … Facebook Is Trying to Mislead UsersRead more
Posted inHealth / India / ToMl
Supercharged Tuberculosis, Made in India
On a drizzly Monday afternoon here a few weeks ago, patients crowded around a door in a hallway in P. D. Hinduja Hospital—a private, nonprofit … Supercharged Tuberculosis, Made in IndiaRead more
Posted inIndia / Violence / Women
Domestic violence affects maternal and child health
A recent research has established the link between domestic violence and pregnancy complications. The study, conducted in 225 villages across 12 districts of Uttar Pradesh, … Domestic violence affects maternal and child healthRead more
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Why India must face up to a bigger problem than instant noodles
Instant noodles are a staple for many households, especially in India and Asia. In India, Swiss brand Maggi – part of the Nestlé family – … Why India must face up to a bigger problem than instant noodlesRead more