Deny, Deny, Deny: Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw's Policy of No Accountability
Railways under scrutiny over its response to the New Delhi station stampede, impact of Saudi Arabia's labour reforms on Indian workers, and more in today's newsletter.
First, denial. Then, an admission of tragedy. The Railways’ response to the deadly New Delhi station stampede has raised questions of accountability and cover-ups, as reports of overcrowding and distressing visuals emerge. The New Delhi stampede is not the first rail-related stampede in recent years. Meanwhile, Ranveer Allahbadia's controversial joke has sparked more public outrage, leading to widespread calls for criminal charges in response to the backlash. So, the question is - is this outrage selective or adaptive? The intersection of comedy, free speech, and legal boundaries remains contentious, writes Areeb Uddin Ahmed.
The New Delhi Stampede
Deny, Deny, Deny: Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw's Policy of No Accountability
'Shouted for Help, But No One Came': 18 Dead in Delhi Railway Station Stampede
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The Joke’s on Us: When Comedy Becomes Crime
We Report 📄
Did Maha Govt Give Rs 450 Cr to 'Ineligible' Laadki Bahins? Who Pays?
Can Saudi Arabia’s Labour Reforms Usher in New Dawn for Indian Migrants?
Fact Checked 🔍
Old Image of Collapsed Building Falsely Linked to Recent Delhi Earthquake
Old Clip Shared as Rahul Gandhi Meeting Delhi Railway Station Stampede Victims
ICYMI
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