In a politics-free zone
For People Like Us, politics is a dirty word. Without any trace of irony, politicians are accused of `playing politics' , of being `politically motivated'



A suspension notice for creative cinema
The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) is in a fix all right (`The screen goes blank', September 12). Damned if it effects changes, and damned if it doesn't. The debate thus far, as articulated by the embattled students.



The perils of amity
In Washington, this is the season for change -- in every sense. Soon humidity will give way to crisp, cool breezes which will mark the beginning of fall when leaves will change colour. In the White House, a presidential innings is coming to a close and a senatorial one is being launched.



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Reporter's notebook
Slow but welcome change