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West Bengal Election 2026 is a poll under siege. Election Commission rules are being questioned for being absurd and working against the Trinamool Congress.  The EC introduced certain rules meant only for Bengal and not Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and ... more

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In Madhya Pradesh, a faith is on trial. Prayer meetings and churches are raided. Pastors are framed and silenced under "forceful conversion" cases but the ground reality paints a different picture.

In this documentary, we show you how the persecutio... more

Why did the Narendra Modi-led BJP government bring the Women's Reservation Bill even though it had already been passed with the Opposition's help in 2023? The reason is that it was only a trick to carry out delimitation ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha el... more

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In the run-up to the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, 27 lakh voters have been struck off the voter rolls after their cases were adjudicated and rejected by tribunals. But here’s the twist: these voters can’t vote in the upcoming election, even i... more

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A pregnant woman is picked up from Delhi, blindfolded, and abandoned in a forest hundreds of kilometers away. When the blindfold is removed, she realizes she is in Bangladesh. This is the story of Sunali Khatun from West Bengal, who claims that in Ju... more

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Young influencers from dominant castes such as Brahmins and Rajputs are making high-engagement reels centred on caste pride and superiority on Instagram, using trending audios, cinematic edits, and aspirational aesthetic. We analysed more than 100 re... more

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"We are the kind of Hindu that stands up to say no to Hindutva, no to caste," says Sunita Viswanath, executive director and co-founder of Hindus for Human Rights, a non-profit based in the United States that works to counter Hindutva, especially amon... more

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In December 2023, 100 Opposition MPs were suspended from the Lok Sabha in a single week — the largest mass suspension in the history of India’s Parliament. But how unusual is this? As Birla faces a rate no-trust vote in the Parliament, our analysis o... more

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Recent Guests

Safalta Kartik
Visually impaired woman who aspires to be a teacher and is described as Hindu but attends Christmas celebrations; central figure in a key case
Episode: A State Against Church: Inside Hindutva War on MP's Christians | A Quint Documentary
Pastor Manoj
Pastor involved in anti-conversion cases; speaks about attacks on his church and parishioners
Catholic/Christian community leadership in Jabulpur
Episode: A State Against Church: Inside Hindutva War on MP's Christians | A Quint Documentary
Preeti Dhandaria
Lawyer; member of Antarashtra Hindu Parishad, involved in confrontations over conversions
Antarashtra Hindu Parishad
Episode: A State Against Church: Inside Hindutva War on MP's Christians | A Quint Documentary
Neetu Raikwar
Local woman who alleged she was lured into Christianity; central to a police/compliance narrative
Local resident
Episode: A State Against Church: Inside Hindutva War on MP's Christians | A Quint Documentary
Sanjay Tiwari
Leader within Bajrang Dal referenced as a Hindutva organizer
Bajrang Dal
Episode: A State Against Church: Inside Hindutva War on MP's Christians | A Quint Documentary
Ajay Chaurasia
Leader within Hindutva network discussed in the episode
Hindutva organizations
Episode: A State Against Church: Inside Hindutva War on MP's Christians | A Quint Documentary
Pastor Bala Saheb
Pastor cited regarding attacks on churches and parallel administration claims
Catholic Association, Jabulpur
Episode: A State Against Church: Inside Hindutva War on MP's Christians | A Quint Documentary
Sunali Khatun
Resident of Birbhum, Indian citizen deported to Bangladesh
Independent resident featured in the case
Episode: Alleged Deportation: ‘We Are Indians’—Then Why Were They Sent to Bangladesh? | The Quint
Sunita Viswanath
Activist, founder of Hindus for Human Rights (HHR) and Sadhana Coalition of Progressive Hindus
Hindus for Human Rights; Sadhana Coalition of Progressive Hindus
Episode: Fighting the Growing Tide of Hindutva in the US: Sunita Viswanath on VIGILANT Episode 2

Reviews

3.1 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
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    Need depth ones

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    DericDC
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  • Extremely biased

    The reports sound like Congress propaganda

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    karnshru
    India7 years ago
  • Wanted to give a zero...

    Biased sellouts

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    India7 years ago
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    Yea

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    India7 years ago

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Fighting the Growing Tide of Hindutva in the US: Sunita Viswanath on VIGILANT Episode 2
Q: What motivated the shift from Sadhana to Hindus for Human Rights and its evolution into a more strident political platform?
The rise of Hindutva in India and the need for a public-facing, rights-based Hindu advocacy in the diaspora prompted expanding beyond gentle, grassroots education to a more explicit political action arm, Hindus for Human Rights Action, to counter discrimination and defend democratic values.
Fighting the Growing Tide of Hindutva in the US: Sunita Viswanath on VIGILANT Episode 2
Q: How did Sunita Viswanath's early life in India and the experiences in England shape her approach to human rights activism?
Her childhood experiences with caste, openness to diverse friendships, and exposure to racism formed a deep commitment to anti-caste work and universal dignity. These formative memories drive her belief that God is in everyone and that activism must address both local grassroots realities and global injustices.

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This show delivers sharp political analysis, investigative reporting, and timely cultural commentary from a wide range of voices. Episodes often dissect electoral processes, institutional power, and social tensions in India, pairing on-the-record testimonies with data-driven critique and narrative storytelling. A notable strength is its willingness to foreground minority perspectives, religious dynamics, and grassroots activism alongside mainstream political analysis, making it a compelling listen for listeners who want context-rich debates and real-world impact stories. Expect rigorous sourcing, provocative viewpoints, and guests that span journalists, activists, religious and community leaders, and artists shaping public discourse.

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2. Pastor Manoj
3. Preeti Dhandaria
4. Neetu Raikwar
5. Sanjay Tiwari
6. Ajay Chaurasia
7. Pastor Bala Saheb
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