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North Korean officials sport Kim Jong Un pins for first time
North Korean officials publicly displayed pins with Kim Jong Un's portrait for the first time during a key meeting of the ruling party. The move symbolised the development of a cult of personality surrounding the leader, The 10th Plenary Meeting of the 8th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, chaired by Kim, reviewed the party's performance. North Korea's Kim dynasty has historically relied on building cults of personality for its leaders to maintain power.
Are public executions on the rise in North Korea? The Hermit Kingdom seeks to curb cultural influence from South Korea
A report by the South Korean Ministry of Unification has pointed out that there are a growing number of public executions in North Korea. The hermit kingdom has actively sought to curb cultural influence from its southern neighbor and there are severe punishments to enforce these laws.
Pay urgent attention to Manipur's cry for help, says RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed cadres in Nagpur, highlighting issues in Manipur and criticizing the lack of dignified political discourse during the election campaign.
N. Korea sends more balloons as Kim Jong Un's sister warns of 'new counteraction'
North Korea sent hundreds more trash-carrying balloons over the border, Seoul's military said Monday, after Kim Jong Un's powerful sister warned of further responses if the South keeps up its "psychological warfare". Seoul's military said the North had sent around 310 trash-carrying balloons overnight, with no more detected in the air by early Monday, the Yonhap news agency reported.
Seoul says will resume loudspeaker propaganda against North Korea
North Korea sent more than 300 trash-filled balloons across the border in a fresh blitz starting Saturday, Seoul's military said, with the president's office saying this had forced it to take "corresponding measures". "Although the measures we are taking may be difficult for the North Korean regime to endure, they will deliver messages of light and hope to the North Korean military and citizens," it added.
North Korea's trash balloons deepen tensions with the South. Here's what's happening between rivals
Tensions rise between North and South Korea as North Korea sends balloons carrying trash to South Korea, prompting retaliatory steps from the South. The North's actions threaten to escalate the conflict along the border.
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North Korea sends 600 more trash balloons over border, South says
North Korea sent 600 balloons carrying trash into South Korea, causing anger in the country. The balloons, which contained cigarette butts, cloth, paper waste, and plastic, were found across the capital from 8 p.m. to 10 a.m. South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said the military was monitoring the starting point and conducting aerial reconnaissance to collect the balloons. South Korea's Defence Minister Shin Won-sik said the balloons violated the armistice agreement and reaffirmed a coordinated response to North Korean threats.
North Korea fires missile barrage toward eastern waters days after failed satellite launch
North Korea allegedly fired a barrage of short-range ballistic missiles towards the eastern sea. The move drew condemnation from South Korea and Japan amidst heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula. The launches followed a failed attempt to launch a military reconnaissance satellite. North Korea's actions have been met with strong international criticism as they violate U.N. Security Council resolutions. The North vowed to continue developing its space reconnaissance capabilities despite setbacks.
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.
There would be rare Agniveer left unemployed, Rahul Gandhi misleading people: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah accuses Rahul Gandhi of spreading false propaganda on the Agniveer military recruitment scheme during an election meeting in Haryana, criticizing PM Modi's treatment of soldiers.
People have rejected lies, hatred and propaganda: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi emphasized the importance of voting in the Lok Sabha elections, urging people to prioritize real issues. He and Sonia Gandhi cast their votes in New Delhi, promoting democracy and citizen participation.
North Korea: Kim Jong Un introduces laws banning divorce, allowing cops to check mobile phones
The North Korean state has introduced two new laws that aim to check the mobile phones of individuals and ban divorce in the country.
What is 'Friendly Father'? Why has South Korea banned North's TikTok hit song praising Kim Jong Un?
South Korea has banned a song from North Korea terming it as an attempt to wage psychological warfare. The song has already garnered millions of views.
West Bengal will avenge injustice by BJP: Mamata Banerjee
Mamata Banerjee pledges to avenge BJP's injustice by blocking development funds, citing unpaid Central dues of over Rs 1.65 lakh crore. She condemns propaganda and mentions the strong support from Jhargram, Ghatal, and Medinipur for the cause of Bengalis, emphasizing the Bishorjon of Bangla-Birodhis.
Modi's allegation of insult to Uttar Pradesh, a "cheap tactic" says DMK chief M K Stalin
DMK President M K Stalin criticizes PM Narendra Modi for divisive propaganda and neglecting key issues like reservation and welfare schemes in Tamil Nadu, accusing him of obstructing development projects and spreading lies during elections.
From Russia with Love: Why so many Russian women are seeking Chinese husbands
Cybersecurity analysts note a surge in Chinese cyber operations targeting global powers, including the US and India, with the use of AI-generated content for propaganda. Chinese state media's AI-driven series, "A Fractured America," criticizes US societal issues. In Sino-Russian relations, AI-produced deepfake videos feature Russian women expressing admiration for Chinese culture, emphasizing a shift in global dynamics.
Lok Sabha polls slipping out of Modi's hands: Rahul Gandhi
In a video message, the former Congress chief urged young people not to get distracted by the prime minister's propaganda and assured them that once the INDIA opposition bloc forms its government on June 4, it will start the work to give 30 lakh jobs to them by August 15.
North Korean propaganda chief who served all three leaders dies
North Korea leader Kim Jong Un visited the bier of Kim at 2 a.m. on Wednesday to pay tribute "with bitter grief over the loss of a veteran revolutionary who had remained boundlessly loyal" to the country until the very end, it said.
Delhi HC directs release of Newsclick HR head Amit Chakravarty in UAPA case
Delhi High Court orders Amit Chakravarty's release from custody under UAPA law due to medical reasons, turning him into an approver and prosecution witness in a case involving alleged pro-China propaganda spread by NewsClick.
BJP's Ujjwal Nikam calls Congress' Wadettiwar's remarks on 26/11 baseless, alleges "Goebbels' propaganda"
Wadettiwar, the Leader of Opposition in the Maharashtra Assembly, on Sunday, stirred a controversy by claiming that former Mumbai ATS chief Hemant Karkare was "not killed by terrorists during the 26/11 attack but by a police official close to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh."
Delhi HC reserves order on NewsClick HR head's bail plea in UAPA case
The Special Cell of the Delhi Police arrested NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha and Chakravarty on October 3 last year. Both of them are currently in judicial custody. According to the FIR, a large amount of funds to the news portal came from China to "disrupt the sovereignty of India" and cause disaffection against the country.
Delhi schools bomb threat: Email contains word 'Sawaraiim', used by Islamic state since 2014
Delhi Police have discovered that an email containing the Arabic word 'Sawaraiim', used by the Islamic State since 2014, threatened over 80 Delhi-NCR schools in the early hours of Wednesday. The email ID for the threat letter is'[email protected].' The Delhi Police are investigating if there is a conspiracy behind the threatening emails. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has stated that the email appears to be a 'hoax' and that Delhi Police and security agencies are taking necessary steps.
Delhi court takes cognisance of charge sheet against NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha under UAPA
A Delhi court acknowledges a charge sheet against NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha under UAPA anti-terror law, alleging pro-China propaganda funding. The court sets May 31 for charge framing arguments. NewsClick's HR Head was allowed to become an approver. The police arrested Purkayastha and Chakravarty in October last year, accusing them of receiving funds from China to disrupt India's sovereignty.
Controversy surrounds Doordarshan's broadcast of 'The Kerala Story' ahead of LS Polls as nationalist films dominate screens
A political controversy has erupted in Kerala over Doordarshan's decision to broadcast the controversial film 'The Kerala Story' ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The move has sparked protests from the CPI(M) and Congress parties, with leaders accusing Doordarshan of attempting to divide society along religious lines. The film's director, Sudipto Sen, has faced strong opposition, with the Kerala High Court refusing to stay its release last year. The decision to broadcast the film has raised concerns about its potential impact on communal harmony and electoral politics.
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