Asad Rehman
Director of War on Want, a London based charity challenging the root causes of poverty, inequality and injustice through partnership with social movements in the UK, and across the Global South
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Apr 2, 2024 • 26min
Mukhtar Ansari's death, 21000 trees cut in 6 years, and Kejriwal in Tihar
Indian Express journalists discuss the death of Mukhtar Ansari, 21000 trees cut in Mumbai, and Arvind Kejriwal in Tihar. Topics include alleged poisoning, tree transplantation challenges, and custody proceedings with special requests.
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Jun 5, 2024 • 38min
Decoding the surprising results of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls
Senior journalists and political experts decode surprising 2024 Lok Sabha poll results, discussing BJP's performance, SP's success in UP, TMC's comeback in West Bengal, and Congress party's increased tally. Focus on shifts in public opinion, rejection of dominance politics, and impact of caste dynamics and alliances on election outcomes.
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Aug 12, 2024 • 30min
The new Waqf bill, Manish Sisoda's bail, and waiver for clinical trials
Asad Rehman, a journalist specializing in Waqf governance, discusses the controversial Waqf Amendment Bill and its criticisms from opposition and Muslim groups. Mallica Joshi shares insights on the bail granted to Manish Sisodia, exploring its political ramifications after 17 months of jail time. Lastly, Anonna Dutt sheds light on a new regulatory change that will expedite the availability of international drugs in India, raising questions about safety and access in the healthcare landscape.
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Sep 3, 2024 • 27min
Assam's new Muslim marriage law, BJP faces flak, and SC on bulldozer justice
Sukrita Baruah, a journalist from Indian Express, discusses Assam's new Muslim marriage law aimed at tackling child marriages and shifting registration to government oversight. Aditi Raja highlights growing discontent in Vadodara as residents react to severe flooding and criticize local BJP leaders for inadequate disaster response. Meanwhile, Asad Rehman addresses the Supreme Court's condemnation of 'bulldozer justice' in Uttar Pradesh, revealing its troubling implications for innocent individuals and the systemic issues plaguing law enforcement.
Aug 23, 2024 • 22min
Badlapur sexual assault, 69000 assistant teachers, and SC on Kolkata case
Vijay Kumar Yadav, a journalist from Indian Express, sheds light on the shocking Badlapur school case involving the assault of two young girls by a janitor, stirring community outrage. Asad Rehman discusses the scrutiny of the recruitment process for 69,000 assistant teachers in Uttar Pradesh, highlighting significant legal challenges. Meanwhile, Apurva Vishwanath covers the Supreme Court's stern critique of the West Bengal government's handling of safety issues for medical professionals, urging a return to work amidst rising violence and legal reform discussions.
