In this issue

THE WEEK spent time with Justice Karnan, trying to understand his peculiar behaviour and unconventional judgements.
Also read the interview with Union minister Uma Bharti, and a tête-à-tête with Bilkis Bano.
Free PLUS supplement, too, with the issue now on stands.

Shooting From The Lip

Gung-ho legislators and their over-the-top reactions. And, all are from Maharashtra

6 mins

Memory Lapse

On the 100th anniversary of the Champaran Satyagraha, the family of the man who saved Gandhi says the country has forgotten him

3 mins

Union Minister Uma Bharti On Ayodhya 'I Remain Unapologetic And Unrepentant'

It is a hot May afternoon. In the sprawling garden of the Akbar Road residence in New Delhi, a barbet and a cuckoo are engaged in a competition. Their cries pierce into the air-conditioned confines of Union Minister for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Uma Bharti’s workroom. The room is spartan, like her. Yet, there are personal touches which break the monotony of the sarkari furniture like handwoven rugs and white, chikan-embroidered cushions. Three Ganesha figurines adorn her desk. A huge statue of Shiva, with the Ganga tumbling tempestuously out of his locks, adorns one corner while a beautiful figurine of Lord Krishna is placed in another.

9 mins

Justice Karnan's Epic Battle: Is He Insane?

Unmindful of the price he has to pay, Justice Karnan continues the fight against his brother judges The Week brings to you what is on the maverick judge's mind

10 mins

Young Justice

As a boy, Karnan was disciplined, would invoke Ambedkar and was strict about the rules

5 mins

Macron Has Conquered France, But Can He Govern?

Macron has conquered France, but can he govern?

7 mins

Differing Strain

Doctors are divided over the reason behind the summer outbreak of swine flu

4 mins

Biopics On Sportspersons Seem To Be The New Winning Formula

With more and more films being made on spo rtspersons, biopics seem to be the new winning formula for Bollywood

5 mins

Patriarchy Gets A Punch

Women set the pace for change in Malayalam cinema

5 mins

Roadside Reflections

Scenographer Sumant Jayakrishnan uses languages to showcase different people on the street

2 mins

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