Modi Govt Nothing to Lose in Conflict with Angry Farmers
As the farmers’ protests are not being led by a wise leader, the current positioning of the farm agitation is totally wrong. By Rakesh Raman It appears that the leaders…
UNIDO Projects Get Funds for Ozone Protection and Climate Action
In 2020, the MLF approved US$17.8m for project proposals submitted by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). In the midst of the global pandemic, the Multilateral Fund for the…
Iran Nuclear Deal Needed to Maintain Regional Stability: UN
The UN Secretary-General has underscored the importance of the JCPOA and has encouraged all countries to support it. Although the Iran nuclear deal could improve regional stability if fully implemented,…
Protesting Farmers Defeat Coronavirus in India
Protesting farmers do not wear face masks and do not observe safe-distancing guidelines that are usually given to stop the Covid contagion. By Rakesh Raman Hundreds of thousands of farmers,…
Thai Protesters Demand Repeal of Law Against Questioning the Monarchy
The offence carries sentences of between three and 15 years’ imprisonment for defaming, insulting, or threatening the country’s royal family. By Rakesh Raman In the ongoing protests against Thailand’s authoritarian…
Canadian Farmers Oppose Govt Move to Hike Carbon Taxes
The Canadian government wants to provide longer-term certainty to its climate action plan by imposing higher penalties on farm polluters. Farmers in Canada are outraged over a decision to hike…