COMMUNIST GOVERNMENT
Xi says China planning 'major' reforms ahead of key political meeting
Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday the ruling Communist Party was planning and implementing "major" reforms, ahead of a closely watched political conclave that is expected to put economic recovery high on the agenda. Xi said in a speech on Friday policymakers "are planning and implementing major measures to further deepen reform in a comprehensive manner".
In a first, two ex-Chinese defence ministers to be tried for corruption; Expelled from Communist Party
Li, who went missing last year following an investigation into alleged corrupt practices, was expelled from the party on Thursday for serious violation of Party discipline and the law, the state-run Xinhua news agency reported. A similar announcement said Wei too was expelled from the party and to be prosecuted. Wei served as Defence Minister from 2018-23 and Li barely served a few months as his successor.
Thousands of women march in France against far right
About 200 women's rights groups and unions organised the marches in dozens of cities, including Paris, saying women's rights come under attack when countries are governed by far-right parties. In Paris, more than 10,000 women demonstrated peacefully, organisers said.
After Taiwan and trade war, US turns spotlight on China's control of Tibet
Tibet-China Bill: US-China relations are set to face heightened complexity as Tibet becomes a new focal point of contention. Recently, US lawmakers passed a bill challenging Beijing's historical claims over Tibet and advocating for peaceful dialogue between the Chinese Communist Party and the Dalai Lama to resolve the longstanding dispute.
Vietnam arrests prominent journalist over Facebook posts
Huy Duc was detained for investigation for posts that "violate the interests of the State, the legitimate rights and interests of organisations and individuals", the Ministry of Public Security said. The 62-year-old former senior lieutenant worked for several influential newspapers in Vietnam before being fired in 2009 for criticising the country's former communist ally the Soviet Union.
BJP's Bengal debacle: Trapped by narrative, leadership crisis and minority consolidation
The BJP's defeat in the 2024 West Bengal Lok Sabha elections was exacerbated by its failure to counter the TMC's narrative, led by Mamata Banerjee, on central funds and anti-Muslim rhetoric, resulting in a shift of support. The TMC secured a significant victory, winning 29 out of 42 Lok Sabha seats.
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Can Modi sculpt yet another image of himself, this time that of a consensual one?
The 2024 verdict is a significant upset for BJP, failing to secure a clear majority. This may lead to a more humble version of Narendra Modi. BJP's performance in UP was notably disappointing.
China beats the war drums at Shangri-La Dialogue
Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun delivered a strong message at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, emphasizing China's stance against hegemonism and power politics in the Asia-Pacific region.
Shashi Tharoor losing to Rajeev Chandrasekhar in Thiruvananthapuram? Here's what exit polls predict
Shashi Tharoor, a former diplomat for the United Nations, has represented Thiruvananthapuram since 2009, winning three consecutive terms. His electoral success has been attributed to his distinguished educational background and extensive international experience.
In Ghazipur, Afzal Ansari appeals for support in 'moment of crisis'; BJP relies on unorganised castes
Ansari, a seasoned politician who began his career with the Communist Party of India, was elected to the Lok Sabha in 2019 on a BSP ticket. He has now returned to the SP to contest from Ghazipur, marking his first election without his controversial brother, Mukhtar Ansari, who recently passed away in a UP jail.
IMF revises China's GDP to 5% this year; growth may decelerate to 3.3 per cent by 2029, says Gita Gopinath
The 5 per cent growth revision by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is in line with the target set by the Chinese government for the world's second-largest economy which is grappling with a slowdown triggered by the crippling property sector crisis and industrial overcapacity.
China drills more about intimidation, propaganda than starting war, says Taiwan
China's recent military drills around Taiwan were primarily aimed at propaganda and intimidation rather than initiating conflict, according to Taiwan's top security official, Tsai Ming-yen. These exercises were a reaction to Taiwan President Lai Ching-te's inauguration speech, which China interpreted as a declaration of Taiwanese independence. China, viewing Taiwan as its territory, conducted these drills to demonstrate control over the Taiwan Strait and to intimidate both domestic and international audiences.
Luxury influencers vanish from Chinese social media in wealth crackdown
Chinese social media censors have blocked multiple influencers known for showing off their lavish lifestyles after an official campaign to curb displays of ostentatious wealth online was announced. China's internet watchdog in April launched the "Clear and Bright" campaign to remove undesirable content from social media, vowing to crack down on influencers who created "ostentatious personas to cater to vulgar needs, and deliberately display extravagant lifestyles filled with money".
'Chacha' is right, NDA will be completely wiped out: Tejashwi Yadav on Nitish's 'CM Modi' gaffe
PM Modi, while addressing a rally in Bihar last week, had said that the NDA government would not spare those who looted the state. "The NDA government will not spare those who looted Bihar. I guarantee the people of Bihar that those who looted the poor and took land in exchange for jobs will face justice. The countdown for their jail journey has begun. Once their helicopter rides end, their prison terms will start. This is Modi ki guarantee," Modi had said.
INDIA govt to scrap Agnipath scheme, send Rs 8,500 to women's accounts each month: Rahul Gandhi
The scheme, announced by the Narendra Modi government in 2022, envisages recruiting young soldiers, called 'Agniveers' after appointment, on a contractual basis for four years and retiring 75 per cent of them without certain benefits enjoyed by those who were not employed under this programme.
Xi Jinping's recipe for total control: An army of eyes and ears
A police officer in a Beijing apartment complex uses a color-coded system to identify high-risk residents. Xi Jinping aims for pervasive surveillance in China, expanding control and embedding the party in daily life.
Manipur: Security forces nab three armed cadres of Kangleipak Communist Party (Taibanganba)
At least 220 people have been killed, 1,500 injured and 60,000 displaced since violence broke out between the Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities on May 3 last year.
How GoI’s post-poll domestic authority will shape New Delhi’s geopolitics
With India's key strategic partner Russia more firmly entrenched and aligned with China in 2024, the domestic political authority the next government in New Delhi brings to the table - and the way it deploys this capital - will hold the key to how it can position itself at the start of a turbulent phase between a relatively stronger, expanding Russia-China arc of power and a politically strife-ridden democratic coalition of powers.
As LDF Govt hits 3-yr mark, CM highlights feats of Kochi Water metro, highways, industrial growth
Kerala's Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, leading the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government, celebrated the state's three-year progress. Achievements include advancements in the IT sector, startup industry, and public welfare schemes, showcasing Kerala as a model for governance and quality of life.
Nepal PM Prachanda wins vote of confidence in Parliament
Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has won a vote of confidence in Parliament, his fourth within 18 months of taking office. The vote came after the main Opposition Nepali Congress boycotted the voting process and chanted slogans against Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane, accused of misappropriation of cooperative funds. The government required at least 138 votes to win the vote of trust.
China expected to announce new measures to fix property crisis, spur growth
China's housing prices dropped in the first four months of the year, while factory output increased by almost 7%. This has lead to officials planning new measures to boost the struggling property industry. The National Bureau of Statistics noted insufficient domestic demand. The State Council announced a news conference to address the property market challenges, including defaults by developers.
Who is Robert Fico, the populist Slovak prime minister wounded in a shooting?
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot multiple times after a political event, punctuating his decades-long career in politics. His deputy prime minister Tomas Taraba confirmed Fico's survival. Fico, a former member of the Communist Party, was first elected to Slovakia's parliament as a member of the Party of the Democratic Left.
Lok Sabha elections: Fatal heat waves are testing India's ability to protect 1.4 billion people
Kolkata faces extreme heat and heat waves with inadequate measures to protect residents. Commuters seek refuge in a glass-walled bus shelter with malfunctioning air conditioners. Local authorities' plans to install cooled cabins have not been fully realized. Mayor Firhad Hakim expresses concerns about the city's lack of heat resilience efforts and high death toll.
Kurmi demand for ST status meets BJP's anti-corruption plank, TMC's development card in Purulia
Political analyst Debashis Ghorai, professor at Sidho-Kanho-Birsha University, said with most of the political parties fielding Kurmi candidates, there is a chance of a split in Kurmi votes, which could make things tough for the TMC candidate.
NDA needs more than 400 seats in LS elections to implement UCC in country: Himanta
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma outlines NDA's goals, asserting over 400 Lok Sabha seats needed for Uniform Civil Code (UCC) implementation, construction of Mathura temple, and PoK reintegration. He criticizes Congress for religious-based policies and emphasizes NDA's commitment to secularism and OBC rights, campaigning for Giriraj Singh in Bihar.
China ready to work with India to find mutually acceptable solutions to 'specific issues': Beijing's new envoy
China's new envoy Xu Feihong aims to resolve Ladakh standoff with India through dialogue, respecting concerns. Cooperation crucial for global stability, reflecting Xi Jinping's and Narendra Modi's emphasis on broader Sino-Indian ties beyond boundary disputes.
Two Chinese megacities lift home purchase curbs to attract buyers
Hangzhou and Xian lifted home purchase limits to revive the real estate market impacted by the pandemic and borrowing rules. The move aims to attract buyers and support the sector, following a decline in prices.
So, what's in China's renames?
China's cartographic activities, from renaming areas in other countries to asserting historical rights in the South China Sea, are part of a larger geopolitical strategy. This approach aims to strengthen China's narrative domestically and internationally, impacting sovereignty disputes.
Vietnam National Assembly head resigns amid graft purge
Vuong Dinh Hue asked to step down because of "violations and shortcomings", the party said in a statement on its website.
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