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India Off the Record - Reporter’s DiaryIndia’s COVID-19 Epicentre - MuslimsWhoever thought that novel coronavirus or COVID-19 would become a communal topic. It has in India with the idiocracy of the entire Muslim community and the government turning a blind eye. A religious congregation held in Nizamuddin of New Delhi with thousands in attendance has become a super spreader. Hundreds linked to the congregation have tested positive for COVID-19 and the exposure to others is unimaginable. Islamophobia here is with reason!2020-04-0311 min
The Round Table: A YVote PodcastCorona virus is the only thing the news is talking about in IndiaIndia journalist Amrutha Pagad provides context about how the pandemic is playing out in India2020-03-2600 minThe Round Table: A YVote PodcastAll About India--and Covid-19At this week's Round Table, Inica Kotasthane, Riya Mehta, and Sara Chough spoke with Amrutha Pagad-- journalist, blogger, and podcaster from Bengaluru, India who hosts the podcast "India Off the Record: A Reporter’s Diary," covering REAL life in India. Amrutha gave us great perspective on how Covid-19 is playing out in India--a country with one of the lowest reported rates of the virus yet one of the highest populations in the world and that could be hugely imperiled should there be a major outbreak --as well as on youth engagement in India’s political and civic spheres. We think...2020-03-2646 minIndia Off the Record - Reporter’s DiaryTo Report or not to ReportJournalists are often faced with the dilemma of whether to cover a story or not. When the network and the reporter isn’t on the same page on a story it becomes even more trying. More tragic are the times when the reporters on ground have to refuse to cover a person’s strife who are hopeful that the media may help.2020-03-1206 minIndia Off the Record - Reporter’s DiaryIndia Balancing the Coronavirus ActCoronavirus or the COVID-19 has become a global concern. While India has been fortunate not to report a single death toll due to COVID-19 so far, questions on India’s preparedness is being raised. Covering the updates of COVID-19 when the health officials remain evasive has contributed to the aggravated panic among people.2020-03-1007 minIndia Off the Record - Reporter’s DiaryDelhi Communal Riots - Things UntoldIndia is in the state of mourning over the Delhi riots from where harrowing stories are coming to light days later, while the communal tension remains palpable across the country. It is not difficult to see the patterns and discern how riots were triggered and who was behind it. If we go by simple logic, the the ruling BJP government is the first accused.2020-03-0109 minIndia Off the Record - Reporter’s DiarySolo Trip to GOAI took a little vacation, and went on my very first solo trip to North Goa. This is how I beat my second thoughts on taking the solo trip with obvious concerns about safety. A shout out to all women for this women’s day! You can also take a Solo trip too!!!2020-02-2909 minIndia Off the Record - Reporter’s DiarySafety of Journalists Remains AmissWith the brutal rape and murder of Bulgarian Journalist Viktoria Marinova, once again the question of journalists’ safety has been questioned. Who will stand with us? People? Governments?2020-02-0303 minIndia Off the Record - Reporter’s DiaryThe Hot Topic in India - Media and CAA ProtestsThere a huge movement underway in India against the Citizenship Act of Modi govt. But what role is the media playing as scores of people pour in on the streets.2020-02-0106 minIndia Off the Record - Reporter’s DiaryThe Struggles of a Newbie JournalistThis episode is a glimpse into who I am and where I stand in the world of journalism. Before I get into specifics of stories, this is about the sheer struggle that shouldn’t go unheard. Since every big thing has an embarrassing start, this is mine.2020-01-3103 minIndia Off the Record - Reporter’s DiaryIndia Off the Record - Reporter’s Diary (Trailer)2020-01-3100 min