AUTHORITARIAN APPROACH
A new $72,000 migrant smuggling route to the US starts with a charter flight, and many Indians are waiting to board
Indian nationals on a Legend Airlines flight faced challenges in El Salvador as they attempted to reach the U.S. via Mexico. The incident sheds light on a new phase of illegal immigration through intercontinental smuggling routes, impacting U.S. border policies and migrants' journeys.
Xi continues his drive to purify the PLA and instill loyalty
Xi is heavily involved in military appointments and promotions, supposedly of candidates who are reliable, competent and loyal. Yet with so much cash being splashed around in ever-increasing defence budgets, some high-up officers in the PLA have seized the opportunity to profit personally.
Mamata Banerjee writes to PM Modi, seeks implementation of 3 criminal laws be deferred
The new laws are the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and the Bharatiya Sakshya Act. The laws will replace the colonial-era Indian Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure and the Indian Evidence Act of 1872 respectively.
Xi Jinping exposes cracks in China's governance model
President Vladimir Putin emphasized Russia and China's commitment to a more democratic multipolar world order during his visit to China. Critics point to Xi Jinping's concentration of power, erosion of norms, and struggles in maintaining control over the PLA, raising concerns about China's governance model.
Trump accuses Biden of running 'Gestapo administration'
In a private address to donors, former President Donald Trump accused President Joe Biden of running a "Gestapo administration," likening it to the Nazi police in Germany. Trump made these comments at a donor retreat at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, where he also criticized prosecutors involved in his criminal indictments. The remarks came after Trump complained about the politically motivated nature of the indictments against him. The White House denounced Trump's rhetoric, contrasting Biden's approach to governance and accusing Trump of echoing fascist rhetoric.
'Baseless, misleading': ICICI Bank issues clarification over MD Sandeep Bakhshi's exit
ICICI Bank on Thursday issued clarification over an article stating that the bank's Managing Director (MD) Sandeep Bakshi is willing to leave his position.
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Stanford professor on why global media fails to capture India's real story & why voters won't let it become autocratic
A prominent Indian-American academician at Stanford University emphasizes the need for nuanced reporting on India's growth story, cautioning against distant coverage that lacks credibility. Dr. Anurag Mairal highlights the disconnect between Western media narratives and ground realities, asserting confidence in India's democratic values. He underscores India's remarkable progress, contrasting its collaborative approach with China's trajectory, and emphasizes Silicon Valley's positive outlook towards India's potential.
Arvind Kejriwal accuses ED of being "petty", "politicising" his food before court
Accusing the Enforcement Directorate of being "petty" and "politicising" what he ate in jail, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday asserted before a court that the food he consumed was in conformity with the diet chart prepared by his doctor. The ED had on Thursday claimed before the court that Kejriwal was eating food high in sugar like mangoes and sweets every day, despite having type 2 diabetes, to create grounds for medical bail.
China accused of influencing votes at UN to serve its interests, whistleblower claims
A former employee of the UN's Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has submitted evidence alleging that China is attempting to reshape the international order by influencing multilateral institutions like the UN. The evidence suggests that Beijing is using its influence to silence discussions on sensitive topics and manipulate reports to align with its priorities, including downplaying issues related to human rights and democracy. The UK Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee is investigating these allegations as part of its inquiry into international relations in the multilateral system.
TikTok's popularity among European politicians rises despite security fears
With European elections approaching in June, mainstream politicians are wary of ceding ground to fringe parties who have successfully exploited its short video format. But TikTok is under increasing scrutiny in the West due to fears that user data from the app owned by Beijing-based company ByteDance could end up in the hands of the Chinese government.
If you can't beat 'em? European politicians embrace TikTok despite security fears
European politicians embrace TikTok for voter outreach despite security concerns. ByteDance denies spying allegations. Major leaders like Biden, Macron, and Scholz engage with TikTok to connect with young voters and counter far-right influence.
Russian disinformation is about immigration. The real aim is to undercut Ukraine aid
Russian disinformation efforts are targeting U.S. immigration and border security issues to sow division ahead of the 2024 election. Amplified by state media and Kremlin-linked accounts, the campaign aims to stoke outrage and polarization, focusing on crime by immigrants and the need for border crackdowns. Experts warn that such efforts seek to weaken support for Ukraine and could impact the U.S. election, with Russia's disinformation apparatus shifting focus from the war in Ukraine to U.S. politics.
Taiwan slams Chinese balloons as safety threat, psychological warfare
Days before Taiwan's elections, its defense ministry accuses China of using balloons to threaten aviation safety and wage psychological warfare. Taiwan is on high alert for Chinese interference, citing military and economic pressure. China's actions, deploying balloons near Taiwan, are seen as part of a "grey zone" tactic, with Taiwan condemning the threat to international aviation. As tensions rise, the U.S. remains concerned, supporting Taiwan's democratic process while China dismisses allegations of interference as attempts to boost a disliked party.
ET Awards for Corporate Excellence: Perfectionist AM Naik: A life's worth and work of L&T, by L&T, and for L&T
From negotiating with combative unions at the Powai plant in the late 1960s and placating Bal Thackeray to supplying 60% of the world's critical equipment - nuclear reactors, steam generators, defence equipment and now electrolysers - AM Naik has taken L&T to heights that would have been impossible without his "devotion, passion, conviction" and single-handed "commitment" to be builder to the nation and the world.
Lies, damned lies, and Jimmy Lai
The 76-year-old Lai has been in and out of jail since December 2020. The latest charge against him is 'conspiring to collude with foreign forces to endanger national security' and 'publish seditious material'. If there was more than one political party in China, the ruling party may have played up Lai's role in destabilising the government's heroic mission to keep order.
Pope Francis approves blessings for same-sex couples, ritual not to be confused with sacrament of marriage
Pope Francis sparks a crucial shift in Vatican policy, officially allowing the blessing of same-sex couples. A new document goes through the delicate balance between affirming God's love for all while emphasizing the traditional view of marriage as a sacred commitment between a man and a woman.
End of worlds, an ongoing apocalypse
There have been five mass extinctions on Earth in the past. The sixth extinction refers to the accelerated, widespread extinctions (plural emphasised) is happening during our present time, the Anthropocene, where humans play an overbearingly large part in bringing, as Lynch puts it, the end of many worlds.
Authoritarian vs Laissez-Faire Leadership: Pros and Cons
Authoritarian leadership provides clear direction, quick decision-making, accountability, and order. However, it can stifle creativity, lower morale, increase turnover, and create resentment among team members. On the other hand, laissez-faire leadership encourages creativity, high morale, flexibility, and the development of leadership skills. However, it may lack direction, lead to chaos, accountability issues, and the risk of exploitation. Both styles have their pros and cons, and effective leadership requires adaptability and a balance between the two approaches.
Canada faces diplomatic challenges amidst allegations and global shifts
Canada is considering a shift in its foreign policy approach due to strained relations with India, China, and Russia. The country's accusations against India regarding the assassination of a Sikh separatist leader have led to tensions, while China's detention of two Canadians and allegations of electoral interference have further soured relations. Additionally, Canada's support for Ukraine has strained its relationship with Russia.
Decoding Autocratic Leadership: Traits and Dynamics
Autocratic leadership is a style of governance where power and decision-making are centralized in one person. It can be effective in situations where quick judgments and crisis intervention are needed.
View: How to not control a Pandemic
Locked down since March 28, Shanghai residents are feeling the heat of a draconian move, and airing their anger and frustration on Weibo, the Chinese social media platform. Police personnel in hazmat (hazardous materials) suits can be seen in videos patrolling near-empty streets.
James Bond has no time for China: Hollywood’s supine approach can help tackle a larger problem
No major Hollywood release has portrayed China in a substantially negative light.
Seeking global recognition, Taliban take a new approach: Making nice
The public relations push marks a new chapter in the Taliban's struggle, one nearly as high stakes as any on the battlefield.
West Bengal FM Amit Mitra: Authoritarian and majoritarian approach taking over GST Council
The majoritarian approach was leading to an impasse in the Council, he said, giving instances of Council members not being informed of the GST Council meeting not taking place for seven months, proposals on zero-rating of Covid related material given by Council members not being discussed in detail in the meeting held last week.
Joe Biden’s maiden ‘strategic guidance’ outlines policy to counter assertive and authoritarian China
The Biden Administration has in the Guidance claimed that by restoring US credibility and reasserting forward-looking global leadership, it will ensure that America, not a more assertive and authoritarian China, sets the international agenda, working alongside countries like India to shape new norms and agreements globally that advance its interests and reflect its values.
As end approaches, Trump gets doses of flattery, finality
Trump himself keeps to the Oval Office, still fighting the Election Day results and offering scant acknowledgement of the death and suffering Americans are bearing in the darkest hours of the COVID-19 pandemic.
US seeks new 'alliance of democracies' to take on authoritarian Chinese regime: Pompeo
Echoing President Donald Trump that the US has had "enough" with China, Pompeo announced "distrust and verify" as US' new rules of engagement with the Chinese Communist Party and called on all nations to insist on reciprocity, transparency and accountability from them.
Comparing Indira Gandhi with Narendra Modi for being authoritarian incorrect: Jairam Ramesh
Ramesh said Modi is "not even an Atal Bihari Vajpayee or an L K Advani", who, according to him, were more 'Nehruvian' in their outlook.
No big brotherly approach on Nepal, want early solution: India
Sushma Swaraj rubbished the charge that India was imposing a blockade of supplies.
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