Revisiting the 56th Inter IIT Sports Meet – Part 1
The Inter-IIT Meets started in 1961, with the hope of strengthening the bonds between the fellow national institutes. The Inter-IIT Sports Meet is the oldest…
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Navigating Turmoil: A Closer Look at Recent Changes to Mental Health Services at IIT Madras
One would think that an institution, especially one of national importance, would guarantee that the majority, if not all, of its members, keep their minds…
Interview with Dr. Anil Kakodkar
The Fifth Estate had a stimulating talk with Dr. Anil Kakodkar – nuclear physicist, Padma Vibhushan awardee and former Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission…
A Non-Ap(e)ology by Mr. M. Shanmugam
We’re not ap(e)ologizing: Mr. Markatam Shanmugam on the allegations against the Macaca Radiata (Bonnet Macaques) in insti.
Harassment and Invasion: The story of Moral Policing
Those who engage in moral policing are generally motivated by delusions of enacting some noble purpose, soldiering tirelessly for the well-being of society. Instead, moral policing should be seen for what it is, that is, an infringement of individual rights, freedom, and privacy, and harassment. The ethical codes of a few shouldn’t be forced on the many. Those who partake in moral policing need to understand that culture evolves, and traditions change, instead of stubbornly clinging to the last vestiges of archaic beliefs and morals that lend them power and authority.
Winds of Change: How the Campus grappled with Cyclone Michaung
Late evening on December 3rd, an ominous symphony of unrelenting rain and howling winds enveloped the campus, signaling the unwelcome arrival of Cyclone Michaung. Nature’s…
Avishkar 6.0: Reflections from the Last Tenure
Over the last year, Avishkar has gained a lot of attention both within and beyond insti. T5E sat down with the team to know more about where Avishkar stands today.
Report on the Student Death on October 8th
Disclaimer: The article contains content that might be triggering to some readers. Discretion is advised.
Interview with Dr Prakash Baba and Dr.Mandakini Amte
On the Evening of 15th September, The Fifth Estate got the opportunity to meet Dr. Prakash Baba Amte and Dr. Mandakini Amte, doctors and social…
Wellness beyond the Physicality: Admin’s response to the mental health crisis
Especially after the pandemic, mental health challenges among students have reached an unprecedented rate, and often students find it difficult to socialise with others. And the stigma around viewing mental health crises as not a real problem made the situation worse.