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Ali Khan Mahmudabad on ‘Ganga-Jamuni fantasy’, dying languages and democracy online

In this Newslaundry interview, Professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, head of Political Science at Ashoka University and author of Poetry of Belonging, examines how culture, poetry and shared histories have shaped Indian Muslims’ relationship with the country, and what threatens that sense of belonging today.

Newslaundry · Oct 19

Galgotias University Ranked 15 in India’s Top Private University List - See the Full Rankings

The QS World University Rankings 2026 are compiled and published by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), an international higher education analytics organisation that evaluates universities worldwide on multiple performance indicators such as academic reputation, employer reputation, research impact, faculty-to-student ratio, and global engagement. The 2026 edition includes more than 1,500 universities from…

Times Life · Feb 18

How a potential bird-flu pandemic could play out

The World Health Organization uses the term ‘Pathogen X’ to denote an unknown or unspecified pathogen that could cause a pandemic. Since 2018, the WHO has been steering efforts to detect and contain outbreaks, including ‘Disease X’. And when this disease does infect humans, the impact would depend on how quickly countries…

Newslaundry · Jan 5

Ashoka University prof remanded to 14-day judicial custody over Op Sindoor post

Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad has been remanded to 14-day judicial custody by a Sonepat district court in Haryana on Tuesday, The Hindustan Times reported.  

Newslaundry · May 20, 2025

SC may hear Mahmudabad plea on May 21, arrest draws sharp criticism against BJP

A day after his arrest, Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad has approached the Supreme Court seeking interim relief. The court is likely to hear the matter on Wednesday, according to LiveLaw.

Newslaundry · May 19, 2025

Indian professor arrested over social media post on military operation

Ali Khan Mahmudabad from Ashoka University held after complaint filed by a youth leader of the ruling BJP.

Al Jazeera · May 18, 2025

Indian professor arrested over social media post on military operation in Pakistan

Ali Khan Mahmudabad’s arrest sparks condemnation from academic community over ‘attempted censorship’

The Independent UK · May 18, 2025

‘Key to space ambitions’: India succeeds in historic space docking mission

Only the US, Russia and China have previously docked in space. The expertise is critical for advanced missions.

Al Jazeera · Jan 16, 2025

Assam spent Rs 1,500 crore on embankments in 3 years, but it does little to control flooding

On July 7, as devastating floods hit Assam, claiming at least eight lives and affecting more than 220,000 people across 3,446 villages, a war of words ensued between state water resource minister Pijush Hazarika and academician Mitul Baruah on X over the effectiveness of embankments in flood control.

Newslaundry · Jul 25, 2024

Madhya Pradesh: Prehistoric artefacts on fossil wood discovered in Ghugwa

Fossil parks are unique places that offer a glimpse into the Earth's ancient past. These spaces are where one will find preserved geological and paleontological treasures, some dating back millions of years. These parks serve as outdoor museums, showcasing fossilised remains of prehistoric life, including trees, plants, shells, and even…

The Times of India · May 22, 2024