Janab, Aise Kaise?

In this episode of 'Janab Aise Kaise?', people from North East India living in Delhi share the racism and “othering” they face in everyday life because of their looks, language and identity. Students from Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur talk about being called slurs like “Chinky” and “Chinese”, being mocked for their facial features and facing harassment in public spaces. The report also looks at th...

In Uttarakhand’s Kotdwar, people associated with the Bajrang Dal allegedly threatened a Muslim shopkeeper, demanding that he change the name of his shop. During the incident, gym trainer and gym owner Deepak Kumar stepped in to intervene, only to find himself at the centre of the controversy. In this interview, Deepak and Vijay Rawat explain how people who came from Dehradun on January 26 escalate...

In Darbhanga, Bihar, the Dom community struggles through Diwali in darkness. With no electricity, leaky huts, and extreme poverty, families can’t afford even a candle. Children go hungry, residents face caste discrimination, and government promises remain unfulfilled. As Bihar goes to polls in 2025, stories like these raise questions about political accountability. While leaders promise support an...

BJP often targets RJD and Congress over “family politics”, but in Bihar elections, its own alliance seems no different. In this episode of 'Janab Aise Kaise?', we expose how BJP, JDU, LJP, and HAM have given tickets to relatives of veteran politicians — proving that even the NDA isn’t free from parivarvad. As PM Modi says “political zamindari must end,” the ground reality says — sab golmaal hai ji...

In India, writing or displaying posters that say “I Love Mohammad” has now led to FIRs, arrests, and even bulldozer actions. The controversy began in Kanpur during Eid Milad-un-Nabi celebrations, when a light board with the slogan “I Love Mohammad” sparked tensions. Soon, the issue spread from Bareilly to Gujarat — in some places, people were jailed merely for putting up posters, and in others, ho...

In June 2025, the Election Commission launched the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Bihar, claiming it was meant to identify and remove “infiltrators” — illegal foreign voters — from the electoral rolls. But three months later, when the SIR ended, it turned out that 4.7 million names were deleted without any explanation. The Commission hasn’t clarified how many illegal foreigners were found or...

In India, writing or displaying posters that say “I Love Mohammad” has now led to FIRs, arrests, and even bulldozer actions. The controversy began in Kanpur during Eid Milad-un-Nabi celebrations, when a light board with the slogan “I Love Mohammad” sparked tensions. Soon, the issue spread from Bareilly to Gujarat — in some places, people were jailed merely for putting up posters, and in others, ho...

Nepal is facing its biggest crisis in years. A sudden ban on Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and other platforms sparked massive Gen Z protests. Years of corruption, rising youth unemployment, and migration frustrations finally boiled over, toppling KP Sharma Oli’s government. Social media, public anger, and systemic corruption are shaking the very foundations of Nepal. But what’s really behind thi...

In this episode of 'Janab Aise Kaise?', we sit down with Maulana Mahmood Madani, President of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind and former Rajya Sabha MP, for an exclusive conversation. He speaks openly on dialogue with the RSS, the Kashi-Mathura dispute, PM Modi, Asaduddin Owaisi, mob lynching, the education of Muslim youth, and recurring questions around patriotism. Madani emphasizes, “It is the powerful who...

The Bhojpuri film industry is once again in controversy after the Pawan Singh–Anjali Raghav episode, raising questions about obscenity and vulgarity. But was Bhojpuri cinema always like this? In this episode of Janab Aise Kaise?, we revisit its golden legacy—Rafi, Lata, Bhikhari Thakur, Sharda Sinha—and uncover how the “navel–lehenga” trend changed its identity. With voices like Nitin Chandra, Nir...

In this episode of 'Janab Aise Kaise?', we investigate shocking irregularities in Bihar’s SIR 2025 draft voter list. From living people being declared dead to political parties’ objections being dismissed, the Election Commission’s process raises serious questions. Why were new “prescribed forms” introduced midway? And how can such critical errors happen in the foundation of our democracy? Watch t...

On August 24, thousands of students and teachers gathered at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan to protest alleged irregularities in SSC exams. They raised concerns over technical glitches, paper leaks, and other malpractices. Protesters also accused the police of lathi-charge, with several students and teachers being detained. In this episode of 'Janab Aise Kaise?' we spoke to the teachers who called for the...

The Supreme Court has ordered the removal of stray dogs from Delhi’s streets within six to eight weeks. But on the ground, there are no permanent dog shelters, and 78 government animal hospitals are non-functional. In this episode of Janab Aise Kaise, we visit sterilization centres, talk to animal care workers, and meet those caring for Delhi’s stray animals. Is Delhi ready to implement the direct...

In this episode of 'Janab Aise Kaise?', we expose shocking irregularities in the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Bihar — from deceased people still on voter lists to arbitrary voter deletions, last-minute changes in document requirements, and unexplained EPIC number removals. We also dig into EVM and VVPAT mismatches, the hurried destruction of VVPAT slips, and the Electi...

While the Bihar government makes grand claims of development, the reality on the ground tells a different story — children are still forced to study sitting on gunny sacks, under the open sky, or inside crumbling buildings. Whether it’s viral appeals from girls like Meenakshi in Darbhanga or the condition of schools in Sitamarhi, Gayaji, and Vaishali — the situation remains the same: no proper bui...

19 years after the 2006 Mumbai blasts, the Bombay High Court acquitted 12 people. Those who were accused of carrying out a terrorist attack have now been proven innocent. In this episode of 'Janab Aise Kaise?', watch how the police framed these people using false witnesses, forced confessions, and fabricated stories. How the RTI unraveled the entire case and exposed every single lie. People like M...

An FIR has been filed against journalist Ajit Anjum in Bihar after his ground reports exposed alleged flaws in the Election Commission’s voter list revision (SIR). He’s accused of obstructing government work, disturbing communal harmony, and making voter data public. In an exclusive interview with The Quint, Anjum calls the FIR a move to intimidate the media and claims it stems from the unease his...

The Indian Constitution defines our country as a "Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic Republic". But today, some BJP–RSS leaders are saying that ‘Socialist’ and ‘Secular’ should be removed from the Preamble. The question is — Janab Aise Kaise? The irony? These very words are written on the first page of the BJP’s own constitution. And their NDA allies — JD(U), NCP, RLD, HAM, Apna Dal — also...

With the scorching summer heat in Uttar Pradesh, power outages have worsened the struggles of the common people. At Bijnor District Hospital, a power cut and a lack of diesel in the generator caused the dialysis of a 26-year-old patient to stop, leading to his tragic death. Meanwhile, in Makanpur Khadar village near Noida, residents endured 40 days without electricity, struggling to meet basic nee...

Operation Sindoor, launched in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack, was India’s military answer to cross-border terrorism. But what began as a counter-insurgency effort is now being projected as political capital across BJP-ruled states, through posters, slogans, social campaigns, and even train tickets. Visuals of PM Modi in military-themed posters have flooded petrol pumps, social media, a...

In Delhi’s Batla House, hundreds of homes and shops have been marked with red crosses, facing potential demolition by the DDA and UPID. Families who've lived here for decades now face eviction—some say without prior notice or rehabilitation plans. The Quint’s Shadab Moizee reports from the ground, speaking to residents clinging to hope as a Supreme Court hearing next week may decide their fate. #b...

Reports reveal that 38 Rohingya Muslims—including women and minors—were blindfolded, detained by Indian authorities, forcibly placed on a boat, and abandoned in the Andaman Sea near Myanmar’s southern coast. This incident has sparked serious concerns about the treatment of refugees and the respect for human rights. In this episode of 'Janab Aise Kaise,' find out: ➡️ The harrowing tales of Rohingya...

Three faces you’ve seen recently- Vikram Misri, Himanshi Narwal, Shaila Negi. Different lives, different places, but one cruel commonality: all three have been targets of hate online. Their 'crime'? Showing India’s real picture and standing up against terror and hatred. But how long will trolls hide behind fake profiles to attack women and voices of peace? When will we finally take a stand against...

On April 22, 2025, the terrorist attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran shook the entire nation. The attackers targeted a group of tourists, resulting in the deaths of 26 innocent people, including Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, who had been married for just six days. How did such a massive security lapse occur at this beautiful tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir? In this episode of 'Janab Aise Kaise,' we...

The controversy over fee hikes in Delhi's private schools has erupted once again. Parents allege that children are being mentally harassed for not paying the increased fees. In some schools, children are even barred from attending classes. Political rhetoric has also intensified on this issue, with the Aam Aadmi Party and BJP engaging in a blame game. But will the parents find any solution? In thi...