VANTAGE 2022

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION

UNIVERSITY OF HYDERABAD

COVER STORIES

Trauma pushes women to give up pursuit of justice

According to the 2020 National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data, the conviction rate for human trafficking in Telangana lies scant at 1.9%. Inspite of a humongous charge-sheeting rate of 98.4% for the 184 cases registered that year, there lies a glaring gap between the investigation and punishment for this criminal activity.

Tales of hardship and hope: How Charminar bazaars fare in the post-Covid era

The Covid-19 pandemic had inflicted a lot of pain and suffering upon the iconic Charminar bazaar and its traders. Fast forward two years, with most restrictions long lifted, all is not well yet here at the historic bazaars. Though sales are fast picking up, complete recovery might take longer.

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Cyber frauds, data leaks and non-existent privacy laws in India

Even as internet users have grown exponentially in India, digital privacy is still a far cry because of the lack of data protection laws.

Aftermath of the pandemic: Publishing changes track to adapt with the times

With printing presses and bookshops shut down and e-commerce websites delivering only the essentials, book sales dwindled. Here is a look at how the publishing industry adopted new methods of production, distribution, and marketing books.

Future of Afghan students dangle in confusion

India receives one of the highest numbers of foreign students from Afghanistan. The Taliban takeover has made it difficult for Afghan students in India to pursue their education further. Several of them are stranded without proper visas. However, the Indian government has been supporting them in several ways, such as by providing them with visa extensions and scholarships.

Innovations in plant-based food technology in India

The technology of plant-based food alternatives suitable for Indian taste is evolving exponentially. While it has come a long way, there are still some challenges that the industry faces.

Three centuries, one tradition, and nine villages

For decades, nine villages in Andhra Pradesh have been constructing huge Prabhas as an offering to Lord Shiva at the Kotappakonda Temple in Guntur District. However, changing cultural trends and political interference are creating suspicions among the locals that the whole celebration is transforming into something else, unlike the original festival.

India's wanderlust after Covid-19: Road to revival for the travel and hotel industry

The tourism and hotel industry is one of the worst-hit industries due to the Covid-19 pandemic-induced lockdown. However, now it is showing very slow but steady signs of revival. India's tourism industry has a lot of potential to contribute to the country’s GDP.

How Hyderabad's small bakeries came out fresh after battling the pandemic

Hyderabad is brimming with bakeries, and with the recent pandemic, most of them suffered terribly. The small, family-run bakery businesses were some of the worst-hit but they persevered and innovated to stay afloat and on track to serve the much-relished delicacies.

Indian documentary filmmakers and their struggle for funding

At present, Indian commercial films are budgeted for over Rs. 300 crores, while independent documentary filmmakers are struggling to get funds as producers take little interest in this genre.

City fruit vendors travel far, bear no fruit

The recent shift of the fruit market from Kothapet to Batasingaram has meant increased transportation costs for the vendors. As they cope with the losses, they find no say in the decision-making process of the Telangana Government in setting up a viable place for their primary transactions.

Lesser-known hazards, unaware stakeholders, and orthodox authorities: Online dating is a risky affair for women

Online dating apps have gained popularity among young Indians, but these platforms expose women to many risks and leave them vulnerable even in offline spaces.

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