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BJP receives a big blow in Bodoland Territorial Council polls but Gaurav Gogoi-led Congress has little to cheer, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh elaborates in this episode of Politically Correct----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/politically-correct/bodoland-bjp-in-assam-zubeen-death-himanta/2753348/

Hema Malini to lead NDA panel to Karur, meet kin of stampede victims today, Tremors felt in Assam, Manipur, Nagaland after 4.7 magnitude earthquake jolts Myanmar, Donald Trump vs YouTube: Lawsuit ends with $24.5 mn payout over 2021 account ban, Sunita Ahuja admits being upset with Govinda's affair rumours, Sunita Ahuja admits being upset with Govinda's affair rumours Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DS2 continues! As Sam attempts to recover from the events of episode 1, we get to meet the drawbridge crew and venture out through the plate gate to Australia where we reunite with everyone's favorite scene-chewing bad guy, fight a big mech like it's metal gear, rescue a kangaroo, and have an encounter with a mysterious guy who is NOT Solid Snake!Episode 68: The Greatest Fireworks You've Ever Seen

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pWotD Episode 3062: Zubeen Garg Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 338,849 views on Friday, 19 September 2025 our article of the day is Zubeen Garg.Zubeen Garg (born Zubeen Borthakur (Assamese pronunciation: [zubin bɔɹtʰakuɹ]; 18 November 1972 – 19 September 2025) was an Indian musician who primarily worked and sang in the Assamese, Bengali, and Hindi-language film and music industries. He had also sung in 40 other languages and dialects, including Bishnupriya Manipuri, Adi, Boro, English, Goalpariya, Kannada, Karbi, Malayalam, Marathi, Mising, Nepali, Odia, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu, and Tiwa. Garg was a multi-instrumentalist and played 12 instruments including anandalahari, dhol, dotara, drums, guitar, harmonica, harmonium, mandolin, keyboard, tabla, and various percussion instruments. He was regarded as one of the most influential musician in Assam, and was also the highest-paid singer.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:53 UTC on Saturday, 20 September 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Zubeen Garg on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Ruth.

As part of our ongoing collaboration with Central Square Foundation, we are excited to bring to you the second episode of our five part series where we talk about the transformative journey of the NIPUN Bharat Mission.It has been four years since the launch of the Mission and for the first time in two decades we are seeing learning improvements among children. In this episode, we explore how the program has made significant strides in improving literacy and numeracy levels of students in Grades 1-3 across the country. And to get a deeper insight into the progress behind this Mission, we're joined by Parthajeet Das, Project Director for FLN, at CSF and Sambhrant Srivastava, Associate Director for FLN, who have been closely working with state departments of education of Haryana, Madhya Pradesh,Uttar Pradesh, Telangana, Assam, Punjab and Odisha, among other states.Hosted and produced by Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh PawarLink to the first episode of our series with CSF:Episode 2

India’s semiconductor dream is taking shape in Assam, where Tata Electronics is building a ₹27,000 crore chip assembly and testing facility. But this high-tech mission has run into a very unusual roadblock: wild elephants and snakes. In this episode of The Morning Brief, host Anirban Chowdhury speaks with ET’s Dia Rekhi joined by noted veterinarian popularly known as the 'Elephant Man of Asia' Dr. K.K. Sarma, to unpack the clash between cutting-edge technology and nature. From elephant herds that can cause damaging ground vibrations, to snakes that spooked construction workers, the story reveals how Tata is building elephant-proof walls and even employing snake rescuers to keep the project on track. The conversation also zooms out to a larger question: how do industries balance mega-investments in technology with the ecological realities of the land they’re built on? With anecdotes of animals disrupting industries worldwide from moths in computers to monkeys causing blackouts, this episode examines why India’s semiconductor mission must be not only technologically advanced but also ecologically future-proof.You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinListen to Corner Office Conversation our new show:: Corner Office Conversation with Pawan Goenka, Chairman, IN-SPACe, Corner Office Conversation with The New Leaders of Indian Pharma and much more. Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Tariffs trump trade, Health Hazards in your Grocery Bag, Trump vs Harvard: India Impact, Explaining India’s Record FDI Freefall and much more. Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this eye-opening episode of the Paisa Vaisa podcast, host Anupam Gupta sits down with the legendary Roopa Kudva, former MD of Crisil and author of Leadership Beyond the Playbook. Roopa shares her extraordinary journey from growing up in Assam and Meghalaya with almost no exposure to the business world to becoming a veteran business leader and a formidable force in Indian finance. She provides a rare, honest look at what it was like to be a CEO during the 2008 Global Financial Crisis and how she navigated its challenges. This conversation is packed with invaluable insights for everyone, from young professionals considering the "100-hour work week" to seasoned founders seeking to build long-term value. Roopa also discusses her transition into impact investing and reveals the most common blind spots she sees in startups. From a small town to the boardroom: Roopa Kudva's journey to becoming a finance pioneer. The woman who built Crisil: How she led the company to grow its revenue and market cap by multiples. Surviving the GFC: Roopa reveals the crucial lessons she learned about trust and prudence during the 2008 financial crisis. From CEO to startup investor: Why she made the bold leap into tech and impact investing. Startup advice from a veteran: Roopa shares the biggest blind spots founders and investors need to watch for. Work-life integration, not balance: Her powerful take on building a career that gives you meaning. Inside the boardroom: The truth about what makes an effective board and independent director. Her leadership playbook: An introduction to her book and its practical guide to crafting your own career path. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Forças militares americanas realizaram ataque contra uma embarcação venezuelana que estaria carregada de drogas, no Mar do Caribe. 11 pessoas foram mortes, com a alegação de que elas seriam "narcoterroristas" da gangue venezuelana Tren de Aragua. E mais:- Xi Jinping reúne líderes de algumas das principais potências nucleares do planeta em desfile militar em Pequim, nas celebrações dos 80 anos do fim da Segunda Guerra Mundial na Ásia- Subiu para 1.400 o número oficial de mortos e 3.100feridos no Afeganistão, após terremoto que aconteceu no último domingo- Na Índia, ao menos 30 pessoas já morreram e 354 mil moradores foram afetados pela chuva incessante que atnge o estado de Assam, que fica na fronteira com Bangladesh e Butão- Juiz federal de San Francisco suspende ordem de Trump de emprego da Guarda Nacional e dos fuzileiros navais nas ruas de Los Angeles- Polícia de Segurança Pública de Portugal abre inquéritocontra um morador de Aveiro que ofereceu 500 euros “por cada cabeça de brasileiro” que recebesse Vote no Mundo em 180 Segundos clicando aqui Notícias em tempo real nas redes sociais Instagram @mundo_180_segundos e Linkedin Mundo em 180 SegundosFale conosco através do redacao@mundo180segundos.com.br

This week, host Basant Kumar is joined by Newslaundry's Sumedha Mittal and Pratyush Deep.Sumedha talks about her report on Bihar's Special Intensive Revision (SIR). Her investigation revealed that even after this massive exercise, the ECI has conferred wrong house numbers to lakhs of voters. This, she says, creates the perfect opportunity to fill the lacunae with fake voters. After the ECI's SIR, over 1,000 voters in Bihar were grouped under a single non-existent house. Her investigation highlights that whatever mistakes were there in the electoral roll are still on the list even after the SIR.Pratyush's report highlighted Assam's 3,000-bigha land row and the controversy around it. While the story played out on social media, with claims that the land was being handed over to the Adani Group, Pratyush's report reveals that it is, in fact, Mahabal Cement that had ownership of the land.In another report from Assam, Pratyush follows the complainants behind recent FIRs against journalists, who ostensibly had links to the BJP or the RSS student wing ABVP.Tune in.Timecodes00:00:00 - Introduction00:05:06 - Loopholes in SIR00:23:30 - Illegal land allotment00:33:54 - FIRs against Journalists00:44:25 - RecommendationsRecommendationsSumedhaEP-339 | Political Pressure, TRP War, Media Credibility & Influencers vs Journalists | Kalli PuriePratyushThe Rebel Army Behind One of the World's Major Rare Earth SuppliesBasantSaare Jahan Se AcchaProduced and edited by Saif Ali Ekram, recorded by Anil Kumar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Plantation Worlds (Duke UP, 2024), Maan Barua interrogates debates on planetary transformations through the histories and ecologies of plantations. Drawing on long-term research spanning fifteen years, Barua presents a unique ethnography attentive to the lives of both people and elephants amid tea plantations in the Indian state of Assam. In the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, nearly three million people were brought in to Assam's plantations to work under conditions of indenture. Plantations dramatically altered the region's landscape, plundered resources, and created fraught worlds for elephants and people. Their extractive logics and colonial legacies prevail as durations, forging the ambit of infrastructures, labor, habitability, and conservation in the present. And yet, as the perspectives of the Adivasi plantation worker community and lifeworlds of elephants show, possibilities for enacting a decolonial imaginary of landscape remain present amid immiseration. From the margins of the Global South, Barua offers an alternative grammar for articulating environmental change. In so doing, he prompts a rethinking of multispecies ecologies and how they are structured by colonialism and race. Maan Barua is University Lecturer in Human Geography at the University of Cambridge and author of Lively Cities: Reconfiguring Urban Ecology (University of Minnesota Press, 2023). Maan is an environmental and urban geographer whose research focuses on the economies, ontologies and politics of the living and material world. Yadong Li is a socio-cultural anthropologist-in-training. He is registered as a PhD student at Tulane University. His research interests lie at the intersection of economic anthropology, development studies, hope studies, and ecological anthropology. More details about his scholarship and research interests can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/south-asian-studies

In Plantation Worlds (Duke UP, 2024), Maan Barua interrogates debates on planetary transformations through the histories and ecologies of plantations. Drawing on long-term research spanning fifteen years, Barua presents a unique ethnography attentive to the lives of both people and elephants amid tea plantations in the Indian state of Assam. In the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, nearly three million people were brought in to Assam's plantations to work under conditions of indenture. Plantations dramatically altered the region's landscape, plundered resources, and created fraught worlds for elephants and people. Their extractive logics and colonial legacies prevail as durations, forging the ambit of infrastructures, labor, habitability, and conservation in the present. And yet, as the perspectives of the Adivasi plantation worker community and lifeworlds of elephants show, possibilities for enacting a decolonial imaginary of landscape remain present amid immiseration. From the margins of the Global South, Barua offers an alternative grammar for articulating environmental change. In so doing, he prompts a rethinking of multispecies ecologies and how they are structured by colonialism and race. Maan Barua is University Lecturer in Human Geography at the University of Cambridge and author of Lively Cities: Reconfiguring Urban Ecology (University of Minnesota Press, 2023). Maan is an environmental and urban geographer whose research focuses on the economies, ontologies and politics of the living and material world. Yadong Li is a socio-cultural anthropologist-in-training. He is registered as a PhD student at Tulane University. His research interests lie at the intersection of economic anthropology, development studies, hope studies, and ecological anthropology. More details about his scholarship and research interests can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In Plantation Worlds (Duke UP, 2024), Maan Barua interrogates debates on planetary transformations through the histories and ecologies of plantations. Drawing on long-term research spanning fifteen years, Barua presents a unique ethnography attentive to the lives of both people and elephants amid tea plantations in the Indian state of Assam. In the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, nearly three million people were brought in to Assam's plantations to work under conditions of indenture. Plantations dramatically altered the region's landscape, plundered resources, and created fraught worlds for elephants and people. Their extractive logics and colonial legacies prevail as durations, forging the ambit of infrastructures, labor, habitability, and conservation in the present. And yet, as the perspectives of the Adivasi plantation worker community and lifeworlds of elephants show, possibilities for enacting a decolonial imaginary of landscape remain present amid immiseration. From the margins of the Global South, Barua offers an alternative grammar for articulating environmental change. In so doing, he prompts a rethinking of multispecies ecologies and how they are structured by colonialism and race. Maan Barua is University Lecturer in Human Geography at the University of Cambridge and author of Lively Cities: Reconfiguring Urban Ecology (University of Minnesota Press, 2023). Maan is an environmental and urban geographer whose research focuses on the economies, ontologies and politics of the living and material world. Yadong Li is a socio-cultural anthropologist-in-training. He is registered as a PhD student at Tulane University. His research interests lie at the intersection of economic anthropology, development studies, hope studies, and ecological anthropology. More details about his scholarship and research interests can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/environmental-studies

In Plantation Worlds (Duke UP, 2024), Maan Barua interrogates debates on planetary transformations through the histories and ecologies of plantations. Drawing on long-term research spanning fifteen years, Barua presents a unique ethnography attentive to the lives of both people and elephants amid tea plantations in the Indian state of Assam. In the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, nearly three million people were brought in to Assam's plantations to work under conditions of indenture. Plantations dramatically altered the region's landscape, plundered resources, and created fraught worlds for elephants and people. Their extractive logics and colonial legacies prevail as durations, forging the ambit of infrastructures, labor, habitability, and conservation in the present. And yet, as the perspectives of the Adivasi plantation worker community and lifeworlds of elephants show, possibilities for enacting a decolonial imaginary of landscape remain present amid immiseration. From the margins of the Global South, Barua offers an alternative grammar for articulating environmental change. In so doing, he prompts a rethinking of multispecies ecologies and how they are structured by colonialism and race. Maan Barua is University Lecturer in Human Geography at the University of Cambridge and author of Lively Cities: Reconfiguring Urban Ecology (University of Minnesota Press, 2023). Maan is an environmental and urban geographer whose research focuses on the economies, ontologies and politics of the living and material world. Yadong Li is a socio-cultural anthropologist-in-training. He is registered as a PhD student at Tulane University. His research interests lie at the intersection of economic anthropology, development studies, hope studies, and ecological anthropology. More details about his scholarship and research interests can be found here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/anthropology

West Bengal & Assam elections almost happen simultaneously, so what will happen in Assam will depend on Mamata Banerjee & what transpires in Bengal, Rajya Sabha MP Dev tells ThePrint.  

Step into the aromatic world of tea with John Snell, a 42-year veteran of the global tea industry whose journey spans from apprentice at UK's Lions Tettley Tea Company to international consultant. What began as an accidental career choice to avoid desk work evolved into a profound passion for tea "from bush to cup," fueled by witnessing firsthand how this humble leaf supports millions of livelihoods worldwide.John unravels the fascinating distinctions between tea varieties, explaining how Camellia sinensis plants differ dramatically between China and India. The smaller-leafed Chinese variety thrives in higher latitudes with less sunlight, creating delicate teas perfect for green tea production. Meanwhile, the large-leafed Assam variety, evolved for hot, humid conditions, produces robust black teas packed with beneficial compounds. This botanical education extends to a masterclass on terroir – how regional growing conditions create distinctive flavour profiles as varied and complex as fine wines.Perhaps most revealing is John's insight into how your supermarket tea has changed over decades. The carefully balanced blend of malty Assam, astringent Ceylon, and coppery East African teas that once defined a proper cup has given way to cost-cutting measures by major brands. Today's mass-market teas rely heavily on African sources, creating what John describes as "two-dimensional" flavour profiles. Yet there's hope in specialty tea's resurgence and the growing popularity of herbal "tisanes" like turmeric, raspberry leaf, and hibiscus that are repositioning tea in the wellness category.Whether you're a casual tea drinker or aspiring connoisseur, this conversation will transform how you perceive what's in your cup. Subscribe now and join our journey to discover the fascinating world that exists under the canopy of nature's most beloved beverage.

Stories of romantic love are everywhere, but the actor, singer and comedian Bridget Everett says that friendships deserve our attention, too. Onscreen and in everyday life.Last Fall, Everett appeared on Modern Love to talk about her HBO Original series “Somebody Somewhere,” which centers on a close friendship. Now she's nominated for an Emmy Award for writing the show, along with Hannah Bos and Paul Thureen.In “Somebody Somewhere,” Everett stars as Sam, a woman struggling with grief and self-doubt after losing her sister. As Sam grows closer to her friend Joel — played by Jeff Hiller, an Outstanding Supporting Actor nominee — the future starts to look more bearable.In this episode of Modern Love, Everett tells Anna Martin why she's looking for a friendship like the one Sam and Joel have on the show. She also reads a Modern Love essay called “When Your Greatest Romance Is a Friendship,” by Victor Lodato. Lodato was in his 40s when he fell into a platonic life partnership with an artist in her 80s, who lived across the street.In April 2024, Lodato published “Honey,” a novel inspired by Austin Brayfield, the friend he wrote about in his essay.Find new episodes of Modern Love every Wednesday. Follow the show wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | YouTube | iHeartRadio Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Stories of romantic love are everywhere, but the actor, singer and comedian Bridget Everett says that friendships deserve our attention, too. Onscreen and in everyday life.Last Fall, Everett appeared on Modern Love to talk about her HBO Original series “Somebody Somewhere,” which centers on a close friendship. Now she's nominated for an Emmy Award for writing the show, along with Hannah Bos and Paul Thureen.In “Somebody Somewhere,” Everett stars as Sam, a woman struggling with grief and self-doubt after losing her sister. As Sam grows closer to her friend Joel — played by Jeff Hiller, an Outstanding Supporting Actor nominee — the future starts to look more bearable.In this episode of Modern Love, Everett tells Anna Martin why she's looking for a friendship like the one Sam and Joel have on the show. She also reads a Modern Love essay called “When Your Greatest Romance Is a Friendship,” by Victor Lodato. Lodato was in his 40s when he fell into a platonic life partnership with an artist in her 80s, who lived across the street.In April 2024, Lodato published “Honey,” a novel inspired by Austin Brayfield, the friend he wrote about in his essay.How to submit a Modern Love Essay to The New York TimesHow to submit a Tiny Love Story Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

As Sam begins this new series "City on a Hill" exploring the urgency of the moment. He explores God's desire to form us into a people of prayer, generosity and faith.

Send us a textWhat happens when two industry veterans sit down for an unscripted, heart-to-heart conversation about business sustainability, faith, and life? This month's Sambassador podcast delivers exactly that as Shannon and Sam reflect on five years of podcasting while sharing hard-earned wisdom about diversification in challenging economic times.Sam Byler pulls back the curtain on his business approach, revealing how he maintains multiple smaller income streams instead of relying on one primary source. "If I accidentally throw one egg and it breaks, I haven't lost everything," he explains. This practical philosophy proves especially relevant as many in the shed industry face uncertain markets. Sam offers actionable advice for haulers and dealers feeling the pressure – from expanding service offerings to reconsidering pricing structures that still maintain profitability.The conversation takes a deeper turn as both men discuss the integration of faith into their business lives. Rather than compartmentalizing spirituality, they share how their relationship with God fundamentally shapes their decision-making, business ethics, and response to industry conflicts. Shannon's recent purchase of a 100-year-old church building as office space becomes a fascinating metaphor for honoring tradition while embracing new possibilities.Perhaps most compelling is Sam's vulnerable insight about relationships: "The number one tool my wife has to make our marriage strong is that she lets me fail." This perspective on giving partners space to take risks and learn from mistakes offers profound implications for both personal and business relationships. Their authentic exchange demonstrates why the Shed Geek podcast has remained a trusted industry resource for half a decade.Whether you're facing business challenges, navigating complex relationships, or seeking to integrate your values more fully into your work, this conversation offers both practical strategies and philosophical depth. As Sam's podcast transitions to a monthly format, Shannon and Sam remind us that sometimes the most valuable business lessons come from simply being human with one another. Subscribe now to ensure you don't miss future episodes of this industry-favorite conversation.For more information or to know more about the Shed Geek Podcast visit us at our website.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube at the handle @shedgeekpodcast.To be a guest on the Shed Geek Podcast visit our website and fill out the "Contact Us" form.To suggest show topics or ask questions you want answered email us at info@shedgeek.com.This episodes Sponsors:Studio Sponsor: Shed ProCardinal ManufacturingCardinal LeasingShed Challenger

As Sam recovers from illness, Zac and Lyz team up to review 2021's superhero comedy film, Thunder Force!

Israel's security cabinet approves Netanyahu's plan to reoccupy Gaza Thousands of Israelis protest Netanyahu's Gaza reoccupation plan Trump says Russia-Ukraine ceasefire decision 'up to Putin' UAE rejects Sudan claim of bombing plane with mercenaries India's Assam state to arm locals against 'illegal Bangladeshis'

On 15 August 1950, an 8.6 magnitude earthquake shook the Himalaya mountains – wiping out whole villages in Tibet and north-east India.The death toll was estimated to be about 4,800.The late British botanist Frank Kingdon-Ward was camping in Tibet with his wife Jean when the ground beneath them began to sag.“I felt as though we were lying on a pie crust against whicha steam hammer was drumming,” he said.“In another minute it must crack, crumple, and drop us into the shuddering interior of the earth. “I can't convey to you our terror, bewilderment, sense of utter helplessness.”The pair had been planning to go seed hunting in the mountains. Instead, they were stranded with limited rations.In an interview he gave to the BBC in 1951, Frank Kingdon-Ward describes the destruction the quake caused and their perilous journey to safety. This programme is made in collaboration with BBC Archives. It's produced and presented by Vicky Farncombe. Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from the death of Adolf Hitler, the first spacewalk and the making of the movie Jaws, to celebrity tortoise Lonesome George, the Kobe earthquake and the invention of superglue. We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: Eva Peron – Argentina's Evita; President Ronald Reagan and his famous ‘tear down this wall' speech; Thomas Keneally on why he wrote Schindler's List; and Jacques Derrida, France's ‘rock star' philosopher. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the civil rights swimming protest; the disastrous D-Day rehearsal; and the death of one of the world's oldest languages.(Photo: A bridge damaged by the 1950 earthquake in Assam, India. Credit: Getty Images)

To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause: The Many Lives of the Soviet Dissident Movement — the Pulitzer Prize-winning book by Professor Ben Nathans — is perhaps the sharpest, richest, and funniest account of the Soviet dissident movement ever written. Today, we'll interview Nathans alongside the legendary Ian Johnson, whose recent book Sparks explores the Chinese dissident ecosystem. We discuss… The central enigma of the Soviet dissident movement — their boldness in the face of hopeless odds, How cybernetics, Wittgenstein, and one absent-minded professor shaped the intellectual backbone of post-Stalinist dissent, Why the Soviet Union was such fertile ground for dark humor, and why humor played a vital role for Soviet resistance movements, How the architect of Stalin's show trials laid the groundwork for, ironically, a more professional legal system known as “socialist legality,” Similarities and differences between post-Stalinist and post-Maoist systems in dealing with opposition, Plus: Why Brezhnev read The Baltimore Sun, how onion-skin paper became a tool of rebellion, and why China's leaders study the Soviet collapse more seriously than anyone else. Today's episode is sponsored by Alaya Tea, cofounded by ChinaTalk listener Smita Satiani. Alaya Tea ships Indian teas straight from the source, and their products are 100% plastic-free. My favorite is their Assam black tea, which I've been using to make a fantastic milk tea. Go to ⁠alayatea.co⁠ and use the code CHINATALKTEA for free shipping. Outro music: Владимир Высоцкий - Охота на волков (YouTube Link) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi everyone, thanks for listening. Drop a line or two about the episode! Writer and co-architect of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, Niren Bhatt, is here for a deep dive of Bhediya! We also talked about writing horror comedies, how our horror comedies differ from the horror comedies in the West, Niren's takeaways from working on a VFX-heavy film, and much more. Join us!If you enjoy the podcast, do consider supporting the show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/supportFeedback/comments/questions: loveofcinemasf@gmail.comCredits:Produced and hosted by: Himanshu Joglekar (@loveofcinemasf8)Editor: Devika JoglekarMusic: Nakul AbhyankarCopyrights © Love of Cinema 2025Support the showIf you liked the episode and found value, please considering supporting the show. Your support will help me continue making good content for fans of Indian cinema everywhere across the world: https://www.buzzsprout.com/257788/support

To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause: The Many Lives of the Soviet Dissident Movement — the Pulitzer Prize-winning book by Professor Ben Nathans — is perhaps the sharpest, richest, and funniest account of the Soviet dissident movement ever written. Today, we'll interview Nathans alongside the legendary Ian Johnson, whose recent book Sparks explores the Chinese dissident ecosystem. We discuss… The central enigma of the Soviet dissident movement — their boldness in the face of hopeless odds, How cybernetics, Wittgenstein, and one absent-minded professor shaped the intellectual backbone of post-Stalinist dissent, Why the Soviet Union was such fertile ground for dark humor, and why humor played a vital role for Soviet resistance movements, How the architect of Stalin's show trials laid the groundwork for, ironically, a more professional legal system known as “socialist legality,” Similarities and differences between post-Stalinist and post-Maoist systems in dealing with opposition, Plus: Why Brezhnev read The Baltimore Sun, how onion-skin paper became a tool of rebellion, and why China's leaders study the Soviet collapse more seriously than anyone else. Today's episode is sponsored by Alaya Tea, cofounded by ChinaTalk listener Smita Satiani. Alaya Tea ships Indian teas straight from the source, and their products are 100% plastic-free. My favorite is their Assam black tea, which I've been using to make a fantastic milk tea. Go to ⁠alayatea.co⁠ and use the code CHINATALKTEA for free shipping. Outro music: Владимир Высоцкий - Охота на волков (YouTube Link) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Finding Peace podcast, join us as we delve into an inspiring conversation with Sam, a man in recovery who is striving to change his life. With 18 months of recovery under his belt, Sam reflects on his journey towards better self-care, revealing his struggles with taking time off work due to deep-seated fears of rejection and being expendable. Together, we explore the roots of these fears, tracing them back to influential moments in his life and unveiling the shadows of the judge, martyr, and politician that have shaped his beliefs. As Sam opens up about the emotional wounds and expectations that have followed him since childhood, he discovers empowering insights and ways to challenge the narratives that have held him back. This heartfelt discussion offers listeners a window into one person's fight for self-acceptance amidst pressures for perfection, while encouraging us all to embrace our worthiness and prioritize self-care in our daily lives.   Thanks to the United States Marine Band and the following Artists from Artlist and Storyblocks Flint – Sunmonth, Daniel Pratt - Honest Thoughts cinematic-drama-sad-piano-and-clouds-of-strings-SBA Adam Dib - Up in the Sky Tomáš Herudek - Sound of Something Horrible Inon Zur - Searching in Shadow Shahead Mostafafar - Golden Diamond   Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue as performed by the United States Marine Band on July 10, 2018. This file is a work of a United States Marine or employee, taken or made as part of that person's official duties. As a work of the U.S. federal government, it is in the public domain.

Join Sam Spade, the legendary detective, as he embarks on a thrilling investigation in the mysterious Vale of Takaloma. In this episode, "The Rowdy Dowser Caper," Sam is drawn into a web of intrigue involving a missing uncle, a suspicious bank president, and a dowser with a hidden agenda. As Sam navigates through a series of unexpected twists and turns, he must unravel the truth behind a $53,000 embezzlement and a puzzling disappearance. Tune in for a captivating tale of deception, danger, and detective prowess.Join Sam Spade, the legendary detective, as he embarks on a thrilling investigation in the mysterious Vale of Takaloma. In this episode, "The Rowdy Dowser Caper," Sam is drawn into a web of intrigue involving a missing uncle, a suspicious bank president, and a dowser with a hidden agenda. As Sam navigates through a series of unexpected twists and turns, he must unravel the truth behind a $53,000 embezzlement and a puzzling disappearance. Tune in for a captivating tale of deception, danger, and detective prowess.

#cuttheclutter Proscribed militant outfit United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) evaded and fought Indian security forces for decades. But waning support for the movement and its ideology, coupled with decisive action by the govt, made the way for peace to return to Assam. In episode 1697, ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta traces rise and fall of ULFA, back in focus after a splinter group claimed its camps were ‘attacked' by the Indian Army. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read Ratan Tata's obituary: https://theprint.in/opinion/a-frosty-start-featuring-ulfa-tapes-thawed-by-a-love-of-dogs-my-conversations-with-ratan-tata/2306557/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Produced By: Mahira Khan

Turning 40 is more than just a number—it's a celebration of the journey so far and the promise of what's to come. As Sam embraces this milestone birthday, he shares with Matt and the listeners a specially curated music mix that captures the essence of this new chapter. He begins with Logic's "Hallelujah," which echoes the importance of keeping an open mind.  This episode is filled with reflective insights and a touch of laughter. You'll find yourself drawn into Sam's world as he navigates the complexities of aging with inspiration and humor.What's the secret to living in the moment and letting go of past regrets? Sam explores this question through songs that remind us of the beauty of presence and self-forgiveness. With tracks like The All-American Rejects' "Move Along," Fountains of Wayne's "All Kinds of Time," and Pearl Jam's "Present Tense," you'll uncover powerful messages about savoring the present and embracing life's pace. These songs serve as an anthem for anyone who seeks to balance life's fleeting moments with thoughtful reflection.As the episode unfolds, Sam delves into the duality of life, highlighting growth and the balance between light and dark. "Let Go" by Frou Frou and Natasha Bedingfield's "Unwritten" inspire us to view life as an open canvas, full of potential and new beginnings. The exploration continues with Moby's "Run On" and Pink Floyd's masterpieces "Brain Damage" and "Eclipse," celebrating the artistry that captures both the light and shadow of the human experience. Join us for a musical journey that honors personal growth, self-reflection, and the joyous celebration of Sam's 40th birthday.https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/sams-birthday-mix-2025/pl.u-38oW9zbCY6Rke5jhttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/6LI2EFe5bNmr6IRe2VioGK?si=b50ff969a54b411e1. Hallelujah – Logic2. What's My Age Again? – Blink-182 3. Anthems for a Seventeen Year-Old Girl – Broken Social Scene 4. Move Along – The All-American Rejects 5. All Kinds of Time – Fountains of Wayne 6. Present Tense – Pearl Jam 7. Let Go – Frou Frou 8. Unwritten – Natasha Bedingfield 9. 2085 – AJR 10. Run On – Moby11. Brain Damage – Pink Floyd 12. Eclipse – Pink Floyd 

As Sam and Brian mop up the last scraps of The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles, Jack returns to the podcast to offer some final thoughts on our Bud-Arc adventure. We're also getting stumped by Star Wars Dad Jokes, talking about some Indy adventures that could've been, and handing out our Indy Awards!

In this lecture, Sam presents a powerful message centered around themes of forgiveness, repentance, and personal accountability, tailored specifically for a family service at St. Moe's. He emphasizes the importance of including children in the worship experience, indicating that the entire community, regardless of age, plays a vital role in the life of the church. The lecture opens with a call for unity in chaotic moments, underscoring that everyone, including children, belongs within this faith community.Sam transitions into discussing the biblical story of King David, particularly focusing on 2 Samuel 12. He illustrates how Nathan the prophet confronts David about his wrongdoings. Through a parable, Sam narrates the events that lead to David's realization of his own moral failings. The allegorical story of two men — one rich and one poor — reveals a profound truth about human behavior, particularly the imperfections inherent in leadership and authority. As David reacts with anger towards the rich man's actions, he is blindsided by the prophet's piercing revelation that he embodies the very wrong he detests.The use of hands as a metaphor is a significant part of Sam's message. He prompts the audience to reflect on the power and consequences of their actions, highlighting that hands may serve to heal or to harm. David misuses his authority and power, resulting in destructive outcomes. Sam relates this to the notion that often, attempts to cover up misdeeds lead to greater complexity and guilt. The lecture encourages the congregation, particularly the children, to acknowledge their wrongdoings rather than allow shame or fear to dictate their actions.Continuing on the path of David's journey, Sam explains the concept of repentance — a change of mind and heart. He equates this spiritual practice to the challenging sports drills of changing direction while running, pointing out that genuine repentance requires significant effort and humility. The discussion naturally leads to the role of the Holy Spirit as a guiding force in the process of transformation. Sam reassures the audience that while forgiveness is available, it often comes at a cost, which in David's case was the loss of his son, exemplifying the gravity of consequences tied to our actions.As Sam concludes, he connects the narrative back to the central theme of redemption offered through Jesus Christ, underscoring that through Him, believers are granted the opportunity for a fresh start. He likens this to the gaming concept of "respawning," emphasizing that forgiveness leads to new beginnings and enhanced potential for benevolent actions. The final call to action implores the audience to use their bodies — hands, feet, and words — in ways that contribute positively to the community, all the while recognizing the Holy Spirit's role in helping them move towards right actions. The lecture wraps up with a heartfelt prayer, reinforcing the importance of seeking divine guidance and living lives that glorify the essence of faith.

In the aftermath of Diego's attack and a near-fatal rescue, tensions reignited between Sam and Liz as secrets began to unravel. Sam realized Liz may have been involved in the hit-and-run that nearly killed her—and confronted her, only to be met with a threat: if Sam exposed Liz, Liz would reveal Sam's darkest secret—watching Jake's kidnapping unfold without intervening. Their fragile truce shattered as both women scrambled to protect themselves, their reputations, and the children at the center of it all. Meanwhile, Lucky stood caught between the two—offering unwavering support to Liz while deepening his bond with Sam, unaware of the full truth either was hiding.As Sam's undercover mission with Jerry's drug ring escalated, so did the emotional fallout. Liz patched up Sam after a shooting and even encouraged her role in the boys' lives, while also confronting her own guilt and stepping back from Jason. Lucky, reeling from betrayals and burdened by unresolved feelings, remained the steady force in Liz's life. Though no longer romantic, their bond was undeniable—built on years of love, grief, and shared parenthood. In the wake of Jake's kidnapping and Liz's emotional unraveling, Lucky never wavered. He pulled her back from the edge, helped her through the trauma, and stood by her when she let go of Jason for good. Sitting together in the quiet aftermath, Liz and Lucky found not closure—but the strength to face whatever came next, side by side.#elizabethwebber #luckyspencer #rebeccaherbst #gregvaughn #jasonmorgan #steveburton #sammccall #kellymonaco #luluspencer #julieberman #gh #ghhistory #generalhospitalhistory #classicgh #luckyandliz #liason #generalhospitalabc #generalhospital Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah is in her homemade tea and nature girl era and She doeSn't even have to leave her own backyard! Cool guy Bobby discusses the cool S. In the game we talk about celebS and drug Slang and Scrabble and grocery StoreSTimestamps:1:18 - Sarah See Stuff in her backyard (not ghosts)8:50 - Tea queen & Teavana10:33 - Old Bandaid Tea  (Don't come for me aSSam lovers!)12:04 - Mulberry Vodka PoopS16:09 - Lincoln NebraSka Spring Break17:23 - Cool S and itS origin20:35 - Kilim lover  21:53 - "Our" code (already existed thing called pigpen) & owlS25:05 - Game BeginS: manholeS, Suquamish, Scrabble, Slip Walk, Smack, DrogaS,  Jollibee, Shopping49:54 - Bobby'S Reveal about the theme for thiS epiSode and why he did it. At what point did you realize the theme of the epiSode? our instagramBS's in this episodeBigtime ScrewupBtch SadBeautiful SummerBusiness SarahBed SheetsBrought (to you by) Skittles(Bad Sounds - Bobby's audio gets progressively less great and he has no idea what happened because he never changed anything on his end in the middle of recording but he'll get it sorted out for next time, thanks for bearing with us.) 

Lucky & Liz Nov 2007 - Feb 2008Tensions reach a boiling point in Port Charles as chaos erupts at Wyndemere—Liz discovers a corpse, weapons go missing, and a killer stalks the shadows. Lucky, Nikolas, and Coop scramble to find answers, but it's Jason who steps in to protect Liz, reigniting a storm of old secrets. The truth about Jake's paternity is finally exposed, tearing through the fragile foundation between Liz, Lucky, Jason, and Sam. A furious confrontation ends with Lucky punching Jason and demanding proof, as the emotional weight of betrayal threatens to crush them all.Meanwhile, Lucky and Liz find themselves at the center of the storm. As grief over Emily's death compounds their heartache, Liz turns to alcohol and Jason for comfort—while Lucky, still trying to be a present father to Jake and Cameron, is consumed by guilt and the crumbling of his family. Their already fragile relationship fractures further when Liz is injured saving Jake from a fire, and Lucky must rush into the burning hospital to help evacuate patients—starting with his son.As Sam and Liz clash, secrets come to light, including Sam's past misdeeds and her role in exposing Jake's paternity. Jason and Liz share moments of tenderness, but the danger surrounding them—both emotional and physical—keeps them apart. When Sam and Liz are abducted by the Text Message Killer, Diego Alcazar, it's Lucky who races to the rescue. As gunfire erupts, lives hang in the balance, and every decision carries devastating consequences.From paternity bombshells to deadly confrontations, this episode unpacks a turning point for Lucky and Liz—where love, loyalty, and loss collide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the true story of ‘Jadav Molai Payeng', a young boy just like you from Assam who turned a empty land into a lush forest all by himself. With love, patience, and courage, he showed that even one person can help heal the Earth.

As Sam arrives in Vienna, a political bomb explodes. A secretly recorded video exposes ties between the far right and Russia, plunging the Austrian government into crisis and revealing a world where people like Jan Marsalek can thrive. Get ad-free access to the entire season of Hot Money: Agent of Chaos by subscribing to Pushkin+ on Apple Podcasts or Pushkin.fm. Access ad-free episodes, exclusive binges, full audiobooks, and bonus content for all Pushkin shows with Pushkin+. Subscribe on Apple: apple.co/pushkinSubscribe on Pushkin: pushkin.fm/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abdulla Ajmal is the Chief Executive Officer of Ajmal Perfumes, a family-owned fragrance house renowned for its rich heritage and innovative approach to perfumery. As the first member of the third generation to join the business, Abdulla has played a key role in steering the brand toward global recognition while preserving its traditional values. Under his leadership, Ajmal Perfumes has expanded to over 50 countries, offering more than 1,000 fragrances through 300+ retail outlets and a robust e-commerce platform.Founded in 1951 by the late Haji Ajmal Ali, the brand began with humble roots in Assam, India, where Haji Ajmal transitioned from rice farming to perfumery with just Rs500. Ajmal is known for its unique "farm-to-fragrance" model, which controls every step from raw material cultivation to retail, ensuring quality and authenticity. Abdulla has further elevated the brand through global collaborations, sustainable initiatives, and creative collections like "The Untold Stories." His contributions have earned him recognition in Forbes Middle East and honors like the Divya Chakra Award.#hikmatwehbipodcast #podcast#arabicpodcast #AbdullaAjmal#Ajmal#wstudiodxbحكمت_وهبي#حكمت_وهبي_بودكاست##

First, The Indian Express' Tanushree Bose takes us through the case of the 22-year-old law student who has been arrested by the Kolkata Police over her “objectionable” social media post.Next, amid the ongoing debate over the size of the Indian economy, The Indian Express' Udit Misra breaks down what global rankings actually reveal,  and whether India is really the fourth-largest economy (10:38).And finally, we bring you updates on the grim flood situation in Assam, where at least 12 people have lost their lives in just 24 hours (24:40).Hosted, written and produced by Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

It's an Sam Solo Wednesday, and we have the latest on the Big Beautiful Bill inching its way through Congress. Some of the cuts will impact federally-backed science institutions, including weather monitoring. Florida meteorologist John Morales tells his viewers on air that he doesn't think he'll be able to predict the paths of hurricanes this season as he has in previous years because of the defunding of vital monitoring institutions. Scary. After that we have two great guests. First, Sam speaks to Wired senior writer Makena Kelly about Doge and Elon Musk's lingering impact on the government, as well as Palantir and it's role in government surveillance. Check out her reporting here: https://www.wired.com/author/makena-kelly/  After that Sam spoke to San Diego journalist Roberto Camacho to discuss his reporting in Bolts on a grass root organization dedicated to monitoring ICE and protecting immigrant communities. Check out his his piece here: https://boltsmag.org/how-volunteer-patrols-are-working-to-protect-san-diego-immigrant-communities-from-ice/ Follow Roberto on social media here: Twitter/IG/Threads: @rob_camacho_sd Bluesky: @robcamachosd.bsky.social In the Fun Half™, Elon Musk is now publicly poo poo-ing the Big Beautiful Bill which he thinks is bloated. Takes one to know one bud. As Sam points out, maybe it has something to do with how the bill would effect his bottom line. Patrick Bet-David and crew however are defending Trump, and Musk's drug use. They're in a tough spot these days. Alex Jones is going out of his way to defend Palantir. Gee, I wonder why? And for his part, Richie Torres is defending the Abundance Agenda.  Go figure. Here's the link to the petition that a commenter mentioned to stop Ohio Senate Bill 1 which would hurt freedom of speech and higher education: https://ohsb1petition.com/ Follow us on TikTok here!: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here!: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here!: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here!: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase! Check out today's sponsors: FAST GROWING TREES: Get 15% off your first purchase.  FastGrowingTrees.com/majority DELETE ME: Text MAJORITY to 64000 for 20% off your DeleteMe subscription JUST COFFEE: Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code MAJORITY for 10% off your purchase! Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @RussFinkelstein Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder – https://majorityreportradio.com/

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Sukrita Baruah about a series of detentions in Assam, where Bengali-origin Muslims declared foreigners have allegedly been pushed across the border into Bangladesh.Next, we speak to The Indian Express' Pratip Acharya about Mumbai's plan to clear over 270 acres of the Deonar landfill, one of India's oldest and largest, using bioremediation. (15:30)And in the end, we discuss Ukraine's latest large-scale drone operation, dubbed “Operation Spider's Web,” which targeted five Russian military air bases. (23:55)Hosted by Shashank BhargavaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and Mixed by Suresh Pawar

This was a fire Questions & Answers discussion! After our Monday evening talk earlier this week, we explore some of the ecological, economical, political & sociological implications of Kālī sādhana. I make a case for overcoming all guilt and shame in the quest of personal self-expression, especially for women who are so often socialized to feel that their every impulse and desire is morally and culturally problematic. We discuss what it would be like to remove all barriers to a woman's being and, for lack of a better word, wild-ness and how Kālī sādhana demands just this. Along the same lines, we discuss the "taboo of menses": can I woman enter a temple and do sādhana during the time of her month? is there any reason behind this idea? We explore the reverence that Kaula Marga has for menses as the most potent and magical substances, with a reference to Mā' yoni in Kamakhya, Assam and Ambuvachi, when Mā bleeds. And then we compare this to the Dakshina marga or Brahmanical orthodox view that blood of all kinds is an impure and polluting substances to have a more well-rounded view of the issue across the entire spectrum of the tradition! Such wonderful questions and rich reflections. Thank you all for coming and participating! Jai Mā Kālī!And here is a playlist (our signature series, our flagship course), all of our talks on Mā.Support the showLectures happen live every Monday at 7pm PST and Friday 10am PST and again Friday at 6pm PST.Use this link and I will see you there:https://www.zoom.us/j/7028380815For more videos, guided meditations and instruction and for access to our lecture library, visit me at:https://www.patreon.com/yogawithnishTo get in on the discussion and access various spiritual materials, join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/U8zKP8yMrM

This is the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I am Ichha SharmaToday is 28th of May and here are today's headlines.The Congress has renewed its call for President's Rule in Manipur after fresh violence in Jiribam and the resignation of BJP MLA Ashab Uddin. Party spokesperson Supriya Shrinate alleged that the N. Biren Singh-led government had failed to maintain law and order, calling the administration “invisible.” The opposition said the constitutional machinery had collapsed, with thousands still displaced since the 2023 ethnic clashes. The BJP, meanwhile, has defended its state government's handling of the situation.And from Manipur, we turn to Assam, where a legal battle is unfolding over alleged police encounters. The Supreme Court has stayed proceedings initiated by the Assam Human Rights Commission into 183 alleged fake police encounters that occurred between May 2021 and June 2022. A petition filed by a senior advocate claimed the panel had no jurisdiction, as many of the cases were already pending before courts. The Commission had asked Assam's top police and home officials to respond to its notice. The apex court has now called for affidavits from all parties within three weeks.Next, in Tamil Nadu, a remark by actor Kamal Haasan has sparked a linguistic and political row. Speaking at a Tamil Sangam event, Kamal Haasan claimed Tamil predates Kannada, citing a 2,500-year-old Tamil inscription. Karnataka BJP leaders sharply objected, accusing him of stoking regional discord. CT Ravi and Basanagouda Patil Yatnal called the comment disrespectful. Haasan later clarified that he was referencing historical records, not undermining any language.Two men in Kerala's Palakkad district have been arrested for assaulting a 24-year-old tribal man, alleging he had stolen a hen. A video of the attack, which took place on May 18 in Malampuzha, surfaced online, prompting public outcry. The accused were identified and booked under various sections, including those of the SC/ST Atrocities Act. Police confirmed the victim belongs to the Irula tribal community.Two Indian-origin men in the US have been sentenced to 33 and 63 months in prison for their role in a human smuggling operation. The case involved a family of four from Gujarat who died from exposure near the US-Canada border in 2022. The smugglers charged up to $100,000 for illegal crossings and had arranged the family's final, fatal attempt near Manitoba.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express

We recorded this some time back and its not as comprehensive as I would have liked it to be (lineage is such a rich and sprawling conversation, after all) so I never posted it but inspired by the conversations in the Discord this morning, I felt that this reflection would be good to have!There is some debate as to whether Macchanda, the founder of the Kaula lineage (who along with his consort and 12 children probably taught around 6-8th CE) is the same as the legendary Matsyendranatha who founded the Hatha Yoga tradition and who taught around the 12th or 13th CE. These are siddhas so they can live forever and materialize any body at any time for any reason, so dating can be a little complex! But there is no doubt that even if they are two different lineage founders that the Nath Sampradaya is included in the Kaula marga! Sri Ramakrishna inherits this lineage from both Kedarama Bhattacharyaji, who initiated him into the Kali mantra and also from Bhairavi Brahmani, who iniated him into the Kaula marga. Both Bhairavi Brahmani and also the legendary Macchanda, are said to have come from Assam. Whereas Konkanamba, by her name must have come from Maharasthra and Matsyendranath but especially Gorakshanath are perhaps from South India. By some accounts, Abhinava Gupta's guru Sambhunatha came from South India and Jnanetra Natha who founds the the Krama/Kali-Kula might have come from Jalandhara and been initiated by Kali herself in the form of the Yogini Mangala Devi in Oddiyana, in the swat valley! So what we get is a sort of Pan-Indian Kaula movement!You might enjoy Śani Deva's beautiful lineage tree which is part of the "community cheat sheet" he's working on!Support the showLectures happen live every Monday at 7pm PST and Friday 10am PST and again Friday at 6pm PST.Use this link and I will see you there:https://www.zoom.us/j/7028380815For more videos, guided meditations and instruction and for access to our lecture library, visit me at:https://www.patreon.com/yogawithnishTo get in on the discussion and access various spiritual materials, join our Discord here: https://discord.gg/U8zKP8yMrM

We caught up with our friend Surya Ramachandran: Indian naturalist, author, big-cat tracker, and awesome guy.Highlights of our chat include:Home patch leopards: Surya's Nilgiri backyard hosts a multigenerational family of both black and rosetted leopards that he's watched closely for yearsSnow-leopard obsession: why eight straight winters in Ladakh still haven't dulled the thrill of the ghost of the HimalayasKing-cobra lore: nest-building serpents, roadside rescues, and the eerie pressure-cooker hiss they can emitHimalayan lowland magic: the diversity of Assam's Kaziranga–Manas–Nameri circuit—and why March should be peak time for Bengal floricans, Finn's weavers, and maybe even tiger...Life List tour: details on the 2026 Life List Assam Safari, with optional Taj Mahal/Bharatpur pre-trip and Kanha tiger post-extensionField-guide series update: Surya's next book covers India's deserts, salt pans, and forests of Western IndiaCome for the leopard cubs and king-cobra growls...stay for the tips on getting to see the best of India's birds and animals!Get more Life list by subscribing to our newsletter and joining our Patreon for bonus content. Talk to us and share your topic ideas at lifelistpodcast.com. Thanks to Kowa Optics for sponsoring our podcast! Want to know more about us? Check out George's company, Hillstar Nature; Alvaro's company, Alvaro's Adventures, and Mollee's company, Nighthawk Agency, to see more about what we're up to.

Episode SummaryIn this gripping episode of the GoMission podcast, Mark Gillmore interviews Brother Athing, a courageous church planter and missionary in Assam, Northeast India. Brother Athing shares his journey through intense hardship—imprisonment, persecution, loss, and natural disaster—and how God used each trial to deepen his faith and multiply gospel fruit. His story is a powerful testimony of perseverance and the unshakable resolve to follow God's call, even when everything else is stripped away.Note: Brother Athing speaks with a heavy accent that may be challenging to understand at times. A roughly summarized transcript of the episode is available to help you follow along.Topics DiscussedHow God called Brother Athing into missions in AssamInitial church planting and early fellowshipImprisonment and being abandoned by a supporting pastorStarting over after jail, with gospel tracts and hospital outreachLaunching a children's school and living in extreme povertyExperiencing betrayal, church arson, and the death of his brotherContinual persecution, including from radical Hindu groupsRebuilding a mission from scratch and launching a training centerThe conversion of a lead persecutor after receiving a gospel tractStrategic use of education as a gospel platformVision for a missionary training center and the fruit of over 38 churches plantedKey TakeawaysOpposition doesn't mean you're off course—in fact, it might mean you're right where God wants you.God tests before He opens doors—every major breakthrough in Brother Athing's ministry was preceded by trial.Faithfulness bears fruit—churches were planted, leaders trained, and persecutors converted because he stayed.Strategic compassion matters—a children's school became both a testimony and a shield for gospel work.God provides miraculously—from provision of land to the transformation of enemies into allies.If you have your own unique story of gospel advance or if you sense God leading you toward a particular people group, we'd love to hear about it. Even if it's just a sentence or two, share what God is doing in an email to gomission@theegeneration.org.GoMission, hosted by Mark Gillmore, is a monthly, missions-focused program designed to expose young people to the people, stories, and opportunities happening across the globe in the world's harvest fields. If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

Dr Julia Ravey and Dr Ella Hubber are both scientists, but it turns out there's a lot they don't know about the women that came before them. In Unstoppable, Julia and Ella tell each other the hidden, world-shaping stories of the scientists, engineers and innovators that they wish they'd known about when they were starting out in science. This week, the story of an Indian conservationist who combines stork preservation with female empowerment. On the banks of the Brahmaputra River in the Indian state of Assam, a young Purnima Barman discovers a love of storks whilst singing songs with her farmer grandmother. Fast forward decades later, she has created a community like no other by recruiting an army of over 20,000 village women to bring the Hargila storks from her childhood back from the brink of extinction. With their shared goal of restoring the relationship between the people and the wildlife, discover how Purnima is empowering women in the face of gender inequality. Presenters: Ella Hubber and Julia Ravey Guest Speaker: Dr Purnima Devi Barman Producers: Ella Hubber and Julia Ravey Assistant producers: Sophie Ormiston, Anna Charalambou and Josie Hardy Sound Designer: Ella Roberts Production Coordinator: Ishmael Soriano Editor: Holly Squire(Image: Purnima Devi Barman. Credit: Purnima Devi Barman)

How to be a Good Sexual Man: Interview with Sam Jolman Men, have you ever wished someone had sat you down and given you the sex talk you really needed—not the awkward, surface-level version, but a conversation that spoke to your heart, your masculinity, and how all of that relates to your sexuality and how God designed you?  That's exactly what therapist and author Sam Jolman offers in his book The Sex Talk You Never Got: Reclaiming the Heart of Masculine Sexuality. I was deeply honored to have him on the Delight Your Marriage podcast for a conversation I believe every man and every wife needs to hear. Below are some highlights from our conversation—rich truths that stirred awe, healing, and even some tears. We hope you can listen in on the podcast and check out his newest book, available everywhere books are sold. What Does It Mean to Be a “Good Sexual Man”? Sam shared how the term “good sexual man” often sounds like an oxymoron in our culture. If someone says a man is “very sexual,” we usually don't take it as a compliment. But what if masculinity and sexuality are meant to be good—designed by God, filled with honor, love, and even awe? Sam invites men to recover their God-given sexual goodness, not by ignoring the brokenness, but by acknowledging it and moving through it—through experiences of shame, silence, even possible harm into healing, wholeness, and holiness. He said, “The issue isn't too much sexual desire—but too little heart.”  Your heart was meant to be connected to your sexuality, and it is something that many of the men he speaks with have trouble bringing into their sexuality. Masculinity Reclaimed: More Than Behavior Management Too often, conversations around male sexuality in the church revolve around “behavior management”—Am I behaving or not? Am I sinning or not? But Sam urges men to ask deeper, more hopeful questions: What kind of lover am I?Do I pursue my wife emotionally, not just physically?Have I honored the wounds in my story that made me vulnerable?Have I mistaken my brokenness as only sin, when it's also about being wounded? This is not about making excuses—it's about seeking healing and becoming the kind of man who loves deeply and well. Awe, Sensuality & the Glory of a Woman's Body This part of our conversation brought me to tears. Sam quotes author Mike Mason who described his wife's naked body as glory. And Scripture supports this—glory is what is veiled in the Bible, not hidden out of shame, but out of reverence. What if we, as wives, were seen like that? What if our husbands truly beheld us as the masterpiece of God—with awe, wonder, tenderness, and joy? It is what every wife is truly longing for.  And what Sam beautifully points out is—this isn't about trying to say something simply to please your wife. It's about opening your eyes to the beauty God has already placed in front of you, for your pleasure, for your joy, and for your worship. Jesus: The Model of the Sensual and Strong Man Jesus was the manliest of men. He endured the cross, the lashing, the pain, all without complaint. But He also wept over the death of His friend. He was moved with compassion.He made excellent wine for a wedding! And as Sam so beautifully brought up, he received tenderness from a woman washing His feet with tears and perfume. Jesus was both strong and sensual. He didn't run from beauty—He embraced it. And Sam encourages men to do the same. Sex as Play, Not Pressure One of my favorite parts of Sam's book is the idea of sex as play. (As you know, we LOVE playfulness at Delight Your Marriage!) In the story of Isaac and Rebekah, Scripture uses the word “play” to describe their intimate interaction. Not “duty.” Not “obligation.” Not even “intercourse.” Just play. How different would sex feel to wives if it was simply seen as an invitation to play? To connect? To enjoy one another—without pressure or performance? When sex becomes play, there's less fear and more room for freedom and creativity. It becomes mutually joyful and it draws both hearts closer. We also both acknowledged that if sex is the only area right now where you play as a couple, it may not come as naturally or even feel awkward. Make sure to build a culture of play outside of the bedroom- go on playful dates, have playful jokes throughout the day- so that you can bring it into the bedroom more naturally. A Message to Men Carrying Sexual Shame Sam shared that many men, in the privacy of his counseling office, have revealed deep sexual shame—some of it stemming from trauma, abuse, or early exposure to sexuality that felt confusing or violating. The enemy wants men to bury those wounds in silence. But healing comes through truth, and through Jesus, who already knows, already sees, and already loves you.  As Sam reminded us, your brokenness is not just your sin—it's also your wounding. And it was wounding.  If this is you, you're not alone. And you can heal. God makes all things new. Final Thoughts: Why Every Husband (and Wife) Should Read This Book Sam's book isn't just another marriage resource. It's an invitation to men to become whole, godly, good sexual beings—men who integrate their strength with their heart, their sensuality with their faith, and their desire with deep love and awe of glory. And wives—if your husband reads this book, I believe you'll feel more seen, more cherished, and more pursued than ever before.We hope this conversation leaves you feeling inspired to take in the beauty around you, stand in awe of God, experience the sensuality and sexuality that God gave you (that was purposefully designed, not a mistake!), and experience the fullness of God in your relationship with your spouse. You can get The Sex Talk You Never You Never Got: Reclaiming the Heart of Masculine Sexuality wherever books are sold. (And there's currently a buy one, get one free on the website so go now!) samjolman.com Sam Jolman is a lover, father, therapist, and writer, generally in that order. His newest book, The Sex Talk You Never You Never Got: Reclaiming the Heart of Masculine Sexuality, has already received rave reviews, including a review and foreword from author John Eldredge (Wild at Heart). Sam also writes regularly on Substack and offers live monthly discussions with subscribers on topics like Christian sexuality, masculinity, healing from shame, and more. With love,   Belah & Team PS - If you're interested in learning more about our Masculinity Reclaimed program, please visit https://delightyourmarriage.com/programs/ or schedule a free Clarity Call at delightym.com/cc PPS - In case you missed it, we launched our social media channels last week! You can now get extra Delight Your Marriage content as you go about your week! Yeah, we're really happy about it too :) Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube, and say hello!

The Nellie massacre on 18 February 1983 was the worst bloodshed in the country since Indian independence in 1947. It is estimated that 3,000 people died that day. Bedabrata Lahkar was a journalist working for the Assam Tribune newspaper at the time. He tells Gill Kearsley about the events that led up to the massacre and the devastating scenes he witnessed.A warning this programme contains descriptions of violence and language that some people may find offensive.Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from football in Brazil, the history of the ‘Indian Titanic' and the invention of air fryers, to Public Enemy's Fight The Power, subway art and the political crisis in Georgia. We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: visionary architect Antoni Gaudi and the design of the Sagrada Familia; Michael Jordan and his bespoke Nike trainers; Princess Diana at the Taj Mahal; and Görel Hanser, manager of legendary Swedish pop band Abba on the influence they've had on the music industry. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the time an Iraqi journalist hurled his shoes at the President of the United States in protest of America's occupation of Iraq; the creation of the Hollywood commercial that changed advertising forever; and the ascent of the first Aboriginal MP.(Photo: Survivors of the 1983 Assam massacre. Credit: Santosh Basak/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)