PEACE DIVIDEND
India enjoying rare peace dividend but must be alert: Rajnath Singh
Defence minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the need for India's armed forces to stay alert and prepared amidst global volatility. Speaking at the Joint Commanders Conference in Lucknow, he called for advancements in space and electronic warfare capabilities and increased use of artificial intelligence. Singh highlighted ongoing conflicts and urged commanders to predict future challenges.
'Have delivered on 2019 promise of putting corrupt behind bars, our govt leveraged technology to tackle corruption': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, currently vying for a third consecutive term, reaffirms his 2019 pledge to incarcerate corrupt individuals, asserting that he has fulfilled this promise. In an extensive discussion with ET, PM Modi addressed various topics. He reiterates the government's dedication to ensuring that the benefits of progress extend to all individuals in need, irrespective of their caste, creed, or geographical location.
Italy's president says Russia's invasion of Ukraine can't be solved by rewarding Moscow's aggression
Italy's president, Sergio Mattarella, addressed the U.N. General Assembly, stating that Russia's invasion of Ukraine cannot be resolved by rewarding aggression. He emphasized that peace can only be achieved by restoring Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Italy, now leading the G7, and many international partners stand in solidarity with Ukraine, defending nations attacked in violation of international law. Mattarella warned against violating principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity, stressing that Russia's actions have rekindled war in Europe and disrupted global peace.
"The world gained from a peace dividend after USSR’s decline— that calm is shrinking now...": Kenneth Rogoff
Kenneth Rogoff, former chief economist of the IMF and Maurits C. Boas Chair of International Economics at Harvard University, discusses the record rise in military expenditure worldwide. He argues that military spending is not good for growth or consumption because it is destructive. The US and Europe are facing pressures today due to Ukraine, the Middle East, and potentially Taiwan, but the defense budgets of the West are tuned to a different era. The US has not prepared its people for greater military expenditure, and voters are talking about universal income, increased transfers, more social spending, etc., but realistically, defense spending will need to increase.
Hopeful India, China will be able to restore peace at borders through bilateral engagement: PM Modi
During the wide-ranging interview with the New York-based magazine, the prime minister talked about a host of issues including the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, ties with Pakistan, Quad, Ram temple and democracy, among others. Asked about ties with Pakistan, Modi said he has congratulated the prime minister of Pakistan on taking over office and asserted that India has always advocated for advancing peace, security and prosperity in the region in an atmosphere free from terror and violence.
Bangladesh: Reaping dividends of democracy & stable government
Bangladesh has made significant progress in its development and democracy, transforming into a stable and prosperous nation. The country has maintained a stable democracy since 2009, with regular elections and peaceful transfers of power. It has also improved its governance structures and human rights situation. Bangladesh's economy has grown rapidly, diversifying beyond agriculture and garments to sectors like pharmaceuticals and information technology. The government has invested in human capital, increasing spending on education and health.
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How policy choices can turn India into a hub of global prosperity or of global disorder
If Indians are trained in scientific inquiry, creativity of the technological and aesthetic kinds, and coexistence of diversity, India can become the engine of global peace and prosperity. If, on the other hand, Indians are fed skills, distrust of difference, intolerance of dissent and worship of homogeneity, it would make it a source of global insecurity and disruption.
Zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism paying dividends, J&K gears up to host G-20 meet
As of date, the number of active terrorists in J&K has declined to an all-time low with just around 50 terrorists being active in the Himalayan region. It's for the first time since 1990 when Pakistan-sponsored insurgency broke out in J&K, the number of terrorists has fallen below the 70-mark.
Kashmir has almost totally mainstreamed: former RAW chief AS Dulat
Speaking at the ongoing Jaipur Literature Festival here, he cited Prince Harry's recently released memoir "Spare" and said the former senior British royal wrote that "in the abnormalities of life, the only thing he found normal and enjoyed was Afghanistan". Dulat said he could say the same about Kashmir.
2020's Bodoland Accord paved the way for peace in the region, says Assam Governor
Speaking at the two year completion of the BTC government in Kokrajhar, the Governor said that the Accord was a land mark event which made the tangible peace and development in BTR a reality.
Army making efforts to sustain peace, support civil administration in Jammu and Kashmir: Northern Army commander
The Army commander said that they have been successful to a great extent in weaning the youth away from violence and gun culture by promoting people friendly activities.
BPCL to pay shareholders from Rs 9,876 cr Numaligarh Refinery stake sale
The Board of BPCL on Monday approved the sale of the company's 61.65 per cent stake in Numaligarh Refinery Ltd (NRL) to a consortium of state-owned Oil India, consultancy firm Engineers India Ltd (EIL) and Government of Assam for Rs 9,875.96 crore.
View: Building temples unlikely to pay poll dividends
The Ram temple is coming up today not because the BJP won a great popular victory but because the Supreme Court came out with an odd verdict that slammed BJP vigilantes for destroying the Babri Masjid and categorically named the Muslims as victims, yet created a new trust to build a Ram temple.
India cautions US on peace deal with Taliban, looks at China
The govt has expressed its reservations before the US special representative for Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad, who visited India last month, said people familiar with India's position.
Populist schemes pay handsome dividends to TRS chief K Chandrasekhar Rao
The TRS secured a two thirds majority, winning 84 seats in the 119 member assembly in a resounding endorsement of KCRs popularity.
Secure neighbourhood will yield rich dividends for SAARC: India
Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar said India is pursuing with renewed vigour its "neighbourhood first" policy which also translates into priority for SAARC initiatives.
Human beings not wired to hold salaried jobs; should become independent entrepreneurs: Muhammad Yunus
Yunus has a strong message for India too. He feels that Indian micro-finance companies should not try to become full-fledged banks.
What changed your market while you were sleeping
MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan edged up 0.16 per cent.
Demonetisation puts India in the company of Libya, Zimbabwe, North Korea: P Chidambaram
"If I were to do it, I would have moved high denomination transactions to digital mode and keep only lower-denomination transactions in cash."
BRICS to advance agenda for development, peace, reform: PM Narendra Modi
The Prime Minister noted that India is facilitating an outreach Summit with the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) comprising Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, Nepal, Sir Lanka and Thailand.
In both European and Indian Unions, joblessness is leading to political volatility
If protests erupt frequently at Athens’ central Syntagma Square, in India Jats, Patidars and Gujjars riot, disrupting politics and life in the respective regions.
State should foot bill for maternity, paternity leave
Increasing maternity leave from 12 to 26 weeks will significantly increase wage costs in labour-intensive industries that India needs to provide jobs.
In Colombia, peace means sustainable development
Many attempts were made during the last decades; however only the government of President Santos has succeeded in the goal of stopping the armed conflict in Colombia.
India ranks low at 141st place in global peace index
India has moved up two position, from 141st last year, but the study said the country's peace score has "deteriorated" over the past year.
India, Pakistan look to tap trade as peace dividend
India believes that Pakistan can greatly ease its foreign exchange constraints and provide stimulus to its exports with access to the Indian market.
BJP-PDP govt reaping dividends of divisive politics
Alleging that seeds of divisive politics were being sown into the socio-political fabric of the state, NC leader Omar Abdullah hit out at Chief Minister Mufti Mohmmad Sayeed.
'Global High Level Panel on Water and Peace' to propose solutions to conflicts
United Nations Water, an apex body that coordinates 27 UN agencies, would be an observer on the panel chaired by former Slovenian president Danilo Turk.
Peace and communal harmony must be ensured: President Pranab Mukherjee
"Every Indian looks forward to the Constitution as the guarantor of liberties, freedom and equality," he said.
India 143rd on Global Peace Index; violence costs $177 billion: Study
India has slipped two positions, Iceland continues to top the list as the world's most peaceful place. Syria has replaced Afghanistan as the most violent place.
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