INTELLIGENT INDIA

Actress Sanjjanaa (Sanjana) has been cheated to the tune of Rs 28 lakh by a chit fund. The Dandupalya 2 girl has now lodged a complaint against Prassiddhi Chit Fund on grounds of fraud with Malleswaram police station in Bengaluru.

Are Political Connections Shielding Accused Actors in Malayalam Cinema's Sexual Harassment Cases?

South Indian Films specially Malayalam movies got hype after covid times on OTT platform. We call it Mollywood and we have seen its highs—award-winning films and a passionate global fanbase—and its lows, especially the systemic issues harming its women. The Justice Hema Committee report, released in August 2024, sparked a #MeToo wave, exposing a grim reality of sexual harassment, exploitation, and power imbalances. Female actors have bravely shared their stories, naming prominent figures, while political ties seem to protect some accused, like Shine Tom Chacko. Here’s a human look at the reported cases and the political dynamics at play, based on what’s known as of April 18, 2025. The Justice Hema Committee: A Wake-Up Call In 2017, the abduction and assault of actress Bhavana Menon shocked Kerala, leading to the formation of the Justice Hema Committee, led by retired Justice K. Hema, actress Sharada, and retired IAS officer KB Valsala Kumari. Their 290-page report, submitted in 2019 b...

Shimla Agreement Suspended: Pakistan’s Bold Move and Its Far-Reaching Impact on India

On July 2, 1972, in the serene hill station of Shimla, India and Pakistan signed a historic peace treaty known as the Shimla Agreement. This accord, inked by Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and Pakistani President Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, marked a pivotal moment in the subcontinent’s history, aiming to foster lasting peace after the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War that led to the creation of Bangladesh. Fast forward to April 24, 2025, Pakistan’s decision to suspend this landmark agreement has sent shockwaves through diplomatic circles, escalating tensions and raising critical questions about the future of India-Pakistan relations. This article delves into the Shimla Agreement, Pakistan’s recent move, and its potential consequences for India. What is the Shimla Agreement? The Shimla Agreement, also known as the Simla Accord, was a bilateral treaty signed in the aftermath of the 1971 war, which resulted in a decisive Indian victory and the secession of East Pakistan to form Bangladesh. The wa...