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Paper Shines Bright Light Into India’s Brothels

By Swati Saxena ● Arts & Culture ● November 30, 2007

Ruchira Gupta and Anurag Chaturvedi started the Red Light Despatch–by and for sex workers in India’s booming brothels–to help contributors network and understand their rights. Fifth in a series on the changing role of women in India.

Recourse Rare for Witch Hunt Victims in India

By Swati Saxena ● Politics ● July 16, 2007

Women in some parts of India remain vulnerable to accusations of witchcraft that push them out of home and family. Advocates say there is little recourse for victims. Khemi Balia was cleared of the charge by a village council, a rare vindication.