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Streaming Now : Himalayan High and Lows | Why Himachal Youth is Sliding into Drug Addiction
Chetan Shyam, 27, from Shimla, fell into drug addiction starting with ‘bhaang.’ In Himachal, cultural cannabis use leads to synthetic drugs, social downfall, and systemic greed involving locals, police, drug mafias, and politicians.
Watch as part of Newsreel Asia’s mega-series ‘Mapping India.’
Story by Jyoti Jangra & Harsh*ta Rathore.
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TRAILER : Himalayan High and Lows | Why Himachal Youth is Sliding into Drug Addiction
Chetan Shyam, a 27-year-old from Shimla in Himachal Pradesh, was a bright student inspired by his revered grandfather. His life took a drastic turn when he first consumed ‘bhaang,’ a locally popular cannabis derivative, as a child. In Himachal Pradesh, where cannabis cultivation and consumption are culturally ingrained, drugs are easy money and a gateway to more dangerous substances. Chetan also spiralled into synthetic drug addiction, abandoned his education, and turned to drug peddling to sustain his habit, leading to his social downfall. He believes societal shame on addicts perpetuates their struggle, driven by a system of greed involving locals, complicit police, drug mafias and politicians.
This video is a part of Newsreel Asia’s mega-series ‘Mapping India.’
Story by Jyoti Jangra and Harsh*ta Rathore
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Streaming now : Reluctant Warriors | Why
Manipur’s Youth is Picking up Arms.
Sawmte, a 17-year-old from the Zomi tribe in Manipur, has
put her dreams on hold to defend her homeland after
violence erupted between the Meiteis and Kuki-Zo
community on May 3, 2023. The once-united state is now
divided by hate and heavily guarded by security forces.
This conflict threatens to define Manipur’s future, shaping a generation in its shadow.
Watch the full story.
(Link in Bio)
#manipur #manipurviolence #manipurconflict #3rdmay
#kuki #zo #lamka #churachandpur
TRAILER | Being a Sarpanch - The Price of Honesty.
Raj Kumar Rana, a Dalit Sarpanch from Nurpur Village in Punjab, has been committed to the development of his community. Despite his earnest efforts, state-level party politics have significantly hindered his progress. The Panchayati Raj system, designed to empower local communities and promote responsive governance, faces challenges when state politics intrude. In the case of Sarpanch Rana, his firm stance leads to unforeseen consequences for him and his family.
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#dalitlivesmatter #punjab #jalandhar #aap #panchayat #panchayatelections #aamaadmiparty #bahujansamajparty #newsreelasia #shortdocs
Dipali, a tribal woman from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, carved a path for herself in a male-dominated field. She despised the prejudices and stereotypes that worked against women, so she broke them. Tune in to listen to Newsreel Asia’s podcast in collaboration with India’s community radio stations in its special podcast series, ‘Radio Local.’
‘Radio Local’ is a multi-lingual podcast series in collaboration with India’s community radio stations. The series features ethical, truthful, and inclusive stories from lesser-known parts of India. Listen to the stories in English and the local language.
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Newsreel Academy announces the first batch of the Video Production Training, commencing on June 15, 2024. It’s a one-month online training program dedicated to teaching the art and craft of video production.
Aimed to complement Newsreel Academy’s New Journalism Training Program (NJTP) that focuses on storytelling, the current one-month training focuses solely and fully on video production.
Guided by our belief that “News is Best Told in Stories,” this course strives to impart an understanding of the visual language and pre-production skills required to create compelling video narratives.
It is open to individuals from diverse backgrounds, including journalists (video and text), documentary filmmakers, and communication specialists. The training is available to individuals residing in South Asian countries, including India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Afghanistan, the Maldives, and Tibet.
Upon completion of the course, participants will have acquired a comprehensive understanding of video production fundamentals, enabling them to craft compelling visual narratives.
Kindly review the details before submitting your application.
Online classes will be held every Saturday, between 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM with each session lasting two hours.
The program fee, covering all costs, is set at Rs. 1000. For candidates belonging to Dalit, Tribal, and economically-backward minority communities, the fee shall be Rs. 500. Payment instructions will be provided upon acceptance into the program.
Attending all four classes is a must to receive the Course Completion Certificate.
To apply for the program, kindly complete the Google Form linked in bio.
Application Deadline: Please submit your application by June 11, 2024
For further inquiries, please contact us at [email protected].
Streaming now : Reluctant Warriors I Why Manipur’s Youth is Picking up Arms.
Sawmte, a 17-year-old from the Zomi tribe in Manipur, has put her dreams on hold to defend her homeland after violence erupted between the Meiteis and Kuki-Zo community on May 3, 2023. The once-united state is now divided by hate and heavily guarded by security forces.
This conflict threatens to define Manipur’s future, shaping a generation in its shadow.
Watch the full story.
(Link in Bio)
#manipur #manipurviolence #manipurconflict #3rdmay #kuki #zo #lamka #churachandpur
Trailer | Death in a Relief Camp |
Impacts of Prolonged Displacement in Manipur
Producer: Surabhi Singh, Sunil Sharma
Neikochin is among the 67,000 individuals displaced by ethnic violence in Lamka, as local residents of Manipur’s Churachandpur district prefer to call this region. A member of the minority Kuki-Zo tribe, she has taken refuge in one of the 115 relief camps established across the district. She fled her village in a Meitei-dominated area with her son and daughter when the unrest began in May 2023. This ongoing conflict has led to the deaths of at least 185 Kuki-Zo individuals and the destruction of thousands of homes. Basic supplies are available in the camps, but the extended displacement, combined with minimal government aid, has inflicted significant emotional and physical suffering. This crisis has resulted in the deaths of more than 100 displaced individuals, including many children. Neikochin’s 20-year-old son, Haovingly, was among those who died. While current humanitarian efforts focus on providing relief, the harsh reality on the ground, as depicted in this video, demonstrates that only resettlement can truly alleviate their suffering.
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#manipur #manipurconflict #churachandpur #manipurviolence #lamka #kuki #zo
Trailer | Life in Lamka | Economic Impact of Violence on Kuki - Zo community in Manipur.
Benjamin, a Kuki-Zo man and father of five in Manipur’s Churachandpur district, struggles daily to meet his family’s needs amid ongoing ethnic violence. The unrest, which began over a year ago, has severely impacted the state’s economy, with retail inflation soaring to 11.63% in November 2023, compared to the national average of 5.55%. Beyond the official figures, the prices of essential goods have skyrocketed in this border district, which remains cut off from the commercial hub of the Meitei-dominant Imphal region, about 60 km away. All goods now come through mountainous terrain, covering a distance of over 800 km. Amid unprecedentedly high inflation, residents’ incomes have halved. How is Benjamin’s family – and other residents – surviving this economic crisis? Newsreel Asia’s Mariya Rajan and Monis Khan traveled to Churachandpur to find out. Through this “visual report,” they share what they witnessed.
Producer - @mariya_rajan
Co-Producer - @monis_t09
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#lamka #manipurconflict #manipur #manipurviolence #churachandpur #kuki #kukizo #zomi
Trailer | Reluctant Warriors | Why Manipur’s Youth is Picking up Arms
Sawmte, a 17-year-old from the Kuki-Zo tribe in Manipur, is deeply affected by the ethnic violence that erupted involving the majority Meitei community and the Kuki-Zo tribal people on May 3, 2023. On witnessing the attacks on their community by Meitei extremist groups, who were allegedly joined by sections of state police, the Kuki-Zo youth – including some teenagers like Sawmte – have put their dreams on hold to defend their tribal homeland. The lives of Meiteis and Kuki-Zos are now confined to their respective “territories,” separated by “borders” of hate amid a heavy presence of central security forces. The ongoing struggle casts a long shadow over Manipur’s future, threatening to shape a generation defined by conflict and division.
Producer : @sweet__nothing
Co-Producer : @harsh*ta.rathore___
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(Link in Bio)
#manipur #manipurviolence #manipurnews #manipurconflict #kuki #kukizo #meiteis
Stream now : From Salt Pans to Your Plates | Unequal Earnings in Salt Farming.
Despite Gujarat’s lead in salt production, the Agariya community in Little Rann of Kutch, contributing 31%, faces unequal profits and climate change challenges. Meet Bhopa and Gunand as they share their story on salt farming disparities.
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#saltfarming #gujarat #agariya
TRAILER | FROM SALT PANS TO YOUR PLATES - Unequal Earnings in Salt Farming | Gujarat | Mapping India.
Gujarat stands as India’s foremost salt-producing state, contributing 85% to the nation’s total salt output. Within Gujarat, 31% of this production originates from the Agariya community living within the Little Rann of Kutch. Despite being the primary contributors to the salt industry, the Agariya people find themselves receiving the smallest share of profits. Furthermore, they grapple with the adverse effects of climate change, directly impacting their livelihoods. In this narrative, Bhopa and Gunand, two Agariya salt farmers, shed light on the disparity in earnings within the salt farming sector.
Producer: Tej Bahadur Singh
Co-Producer: Ganesh Rajaraman
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#kutch #saltfarming #gujarat #agariya
Streaming Now - Umar Khalid : From the Eyes of His Loved Ones.
Umar Khalid’s experience stands as a stark testament to the power and danger of relentless media trials fueled by fake news and biased narratives. Despite clarifications from the Home Ministry debunking the false information, mainstream media channels chose silence, allowing the damaging narrative to persist unchecked.
In Khalid’s case, the false information and misleading narratives created a perception that was far removed from reality, leading to severe consequences for his reputation and personal safety.
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Streaming Now - Umar Khalid : From the Eyes of His Loved Ones.
When I see men of Umar’s age, I wonder if they understand what freedom is,” says Umar’s mother when she tells us about living in the absence of her son. Umar’s family and friends show remarkable resilience as they talk about Umar and his 3.5 years in prison.
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Streaming Now - Umar Khalid : From the Eyes of His Loved Ones.
Umar Khalid endured relentless media trial. Despite Home Ministry clarification debunking fake news, mainstream channels stayed silent.
Link in bio.
#umarkhalid #newsreelasia #umarkhaliddocumentary #uapa #documentary #newsreelasiadocumentary
TRAILER | UMAR KHALID - From the Eyes of His Loved Ones.
Umar Khalid, who once dreamed of playing cricket for India, now faces serious terrorism charges from the government. The vilification spurred by media trials reached its peak with a chilling assassination attempt. He’s been in prison for 3.5 years as of March 2024, highlighting a worrying crackdown on dissent in India. This is his story, as told by his loved ones.
Story by : @surabhisaahir x @bakait_77
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#umarkhalid #uapa #newsreelasia #newsreelaisadocumentary
