#Replug: ‘Penalising performers and incentivising non-performers is a travesty.’

At #DakshinDialogues2022, Kalvakuntla Taraka Rama Rao - KTR echoed concerns on #Delimitation, warning of its impact on the South’s political voice.
Watch the full debate on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-M_NXDQ_iu8

We are neither anti-nationals nor secessionists | KTR | PTR | Tharoor | Buggana | Part 4

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#Delimitation: As the nation debates it today, South First explored it two years ago at #DakshinDialogues2023.

Justice (retd) Chelameswar questioned: "Should someone get a premium for non-performance?"

Revisit the conversation that remains just as relevant. #Replug
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wm4g7lQi1zA&t=303s

Justice Chelameshwar questions non-performance | Delimitation panel Part 2 | Dakshin Dialogues

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#Replug: As India debates #Delimitation, we revisit our discussion from #DakshinDialogues2023.

Delimitation cannot be based only on population, said Khushbu Sundar, highlighting a broader approach being considered.

Watch the full discussion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJnT0n8IKgk

Population not the only criteria for delimitation: Khushbu | Delimitation Part 3 | Dakshin Dialogues

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#RePlug: As the country discusses #Delimitation today, we at South First debated it 2 years ago at #DakshinDialogues2023.

Replugging the debate that is still relevant.

“Delimitation process should be de-politicised,” Rajeev Gowda said at #DakshinDialogues2023.
Watch the full discussion here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sycpKUkonD0

Can’t have political marginalisation of South: Gowda | Delimitation panel Part 1 | Dakshin Dialogues

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#Replug: Wakeful in #Wayanad: Life in the Shadow of sabre-toothed predators

With Wayanad reeling from recent tiger attacks, revisit this in-depth report on the growing phenomenon of tigers straying into villages, threatening cattle and human lives.

https://thesouthfirst.com/kerala/wakeful-in-wayanad-life-in-the-shadow-of-sabre-toothed-predators/

Wakeful in Wayanad: Life in the shadow of sabre-toothed predators

South First traversed Wayanad to get a grip on a recent phenomenon — tigers entering villages to target cattle and humans.

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#Replug: As the #RepublicDay Flower Show at Lalbagh blooms again, here's a look back at the unsung heroes behind the scenes.

Discover the dedication of the gardeners who bring the show to life, in our story from last year. https://thesouthfirst.com/featured/blossoms-of-dedication-gardeners-of-lalbagh-the-unsung-heroes-of-the-famed-flower-show/

Blossoms of dedication: Gardeners of Lalbagh — the unsung heroes of the famed Flower Show

The Flower Show at Lalbagh attracts millions, but the real heroes of the show remain far removed from the public gaze.

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#Replug: Vaikom Satyagraha Centenary – Thanthai Periyar's role and his differences with Gandhi

On the centenary of the Vaikom Satyagraha, explore how Thanthai Periyar broke barriers and differed from Gandhi in this pivotal movement.
https://thesouthfirst.com/kerala/vaikom-satyagraha-thanthai-periyars-role-and-his-many-differences-with-gandhi/

Vaikom Satyagraha: Thanthai Periyar's role and his many differences with Gandhi

There are a few parallels to Periyar's role in the Vaikom Satyagraha, breaking language and cultural barriers.

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#Replug: VS Achuthanandan — much-loved Marxist veteran and champion of the working class

His assiduous stand on various issued has won him many enemies within the CPI(M), but the centenarian remains close to #Kerala's heart.
https://thesouthfirst.com/kerala/vs-achuthanandan-much-loved-marxist-veteran-and-champion-of-the-working-class-turns-100/

VS Achuthanandan — much-loved Marxist veteran and champion of the working class

His assiduous stand on various issued has won him many enemies within the CPI(M), but the centenarian remains close to Kerala's heart.

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#RePlug: Is Narendra Modi melting in the scorching Indian summer election?

For the educated first-time voter, the Bharatiya Janata Party is no longer attractive on an “idealism scale”.

https://thesouthfirst.com/politics/is-narendra-modi-melting-in-the-scorching-indian-summer-election/

Is Narendra Modi melting in the scorching Indian summer election?

For the educated first-time voter, the Bharatiya Janata Party is no longer attractive on an “idealism scale”.

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#RePlug: #PoonamPandey's untimely demise stresses the vital importance of screening & vaccination for this most preventable disease-#CervicalCancer.

In a recent interview with South First Dr V Annapurna stresses the need to start screening at 25, not 40
https://thesouthfirst.com/health/cervical-cancer-this-doctor-urges-hpv-vaccination-for-both-genders/

Cervical cancer awareness: This doctor urges HPV vaccination for both genders, sets record straight on screening age

On the occasion of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, South First speaks to a specialist about the HPV vaccine, cancer screening, and more.

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