Global Democracy Index: India Is a Flawed Democracy under PM Modi
The EIU Global Democracy Index has placed India in the category of flawed democracies, as Modi government has been blatantly attacking democratic institutions in the country. By Rakesh Raman As…
Myanmar Government Must Stop Repressive Practices: UN Expert
The UN Special Rapporteur on the human rights situation in Myanmar, Yanghee Lee, lamented the decades long cycle of violence perpetuated by the authorities against ethnic minorities in Myanmar, including…
Why Delhi LG Must Not Stop the Sealing of Shops
Delhi LG Anil Baijal must not try to stop the sealing of shops and other commercial establishments because sealing is required to check illegal constructions in the city. By Rakesh…
59 Million Young People in Conflict Areas Are Illiterate: UNICEF
Nearly 3 in every 10 young people aged between 15 and 24 years old – 59 million – living in countries affected by conflict or disaster are illiterate, triple the…
Narendra Modi Opens Khelo India School Games
The Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi declared the first edition of the Khelo India School Games open, at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday. Addressing…
Angelina Jolie to Work with NATO to Defend Women’s Rights
Top Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie, who also is UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Special Envoy, visited NATO Headquarters in Brussels today, January 31. Welcoming Ms. Jolie, Secretary General Jens…