DDA Land Case: Communist Party to Protect Delhi Residents’ Rights
In the absence of a responsive government, the people in all parts of Delhi have been suffering. ~ Rakesh Raman The Communist Party of India (Marxist) – CPI(M) – came…
Victory for Elephants: China to Close Domestic Ivory Markets
After decades of advocating by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) for shutting down domestic ivory markets, the Chinese Government has delivered on its pledge to close domestic ivory…
No Proof of U.S. Election Hacking by Russia: Donald Trump
Although Obama has repeatedly said that he will ensure a smooth transition, his recent decisions are supposed to adversely affect Trump presidency. By Rakesh Raman Last week, the U.S. President…
UN Experts Hail End of Racial U.S. Counter-Terrorism Program
Racial or religious profiling has so far proved to be ineffective in fighting terrorism, say two United Nations human rights experts. They have welcomed the end of a “discriminatory and…
Indian Opposition Parties Lack Plan to Counter Narendra Modi
In the blame game between Narendra Modi and the opposition parties, people of India are confused. They want to know the outcome of opposition protests. By Rakesh Raman Despite their…
New UN Chief António Guterres Delivers First Speech
The new UN Secretary-General António Guterres, who assumed office today, delivered his first speech as the head of the international organization. He appealed to the world for one shared new…