The story of Aruna Shanbaug, a nurse left in a vegetative state after a brutal attack in 1973, highlights the care and sisterhood shown by nurses who tended to her for 43 years. Pinki Virani’s advocacy for passive euthanasia eventually changed India’s legal stance on euthanasia, marking Aruna’s enduring legacy.
The article reflects on Durga Pujo 2024, exploring how art in Kolkata is used to raise awareness about crime against women. Amidst celebrations, there is a somber mood as artists and citizens protest through installations, seeking justice and invoking Durga’s power to combat societal evils.
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August was about celebrating the various nuances of Freedom. It’s not about what we can do. It’s about who we are and celebrating it freely.
The Kotpad sari is one of the tribal weaves which is facing grave crisis today. Simple, organic and eco-friendly, its a treasure of the state.
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