Democracy

Recovering from cancer, former President Joe Biden warned of “dark days” under Donald Trump, urging Americans to defend democracy, free speech, and institutional checks while expressing faith in the nation’s resilience.

‘We, the People’: Pride, helplessness and the dharma of democracy

India today is both a source of pride and a sense of disorientation. Our democracy survives, but the absence of accountability, fairness, and civic discipline raises a blunt question: are we truly living up to the promise of our republic?

130th Amendment may make India first democracy with automatic ouster of PM, CMs: How other countries handle it

Currently, the Constitution of India does not bar a prime minister, chief minister or Minister from holding office while in jail.

India to review 28 international indices on their methodology

Stats ministry will conduct a review of the rankings methodology of 28 global indices and get back to the line ministries, the ministries will take up the matter with concerned agencies conducting these cross-country rankings

Turkey Detains Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu | Sparks Massive Uproar | N18G

Turkey's main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) staged a massive rally in Ankara on March 19, protesting the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, President Tayyip Erdogan’s strongest political rival. Crowds gathered outside the CHP headquarters, chanting anti-government slogans such as "Dictator Erdogan" and "Government, resign." CHP spokesperson Deniz Yucel accused the government of resorting to tyranny, stating that the real target was not just their party but the Turkish people. Meanwhile, CHP parliamentarians disrupted the general assembly in protest, vowing to continue daily demonstrations. Imamoglu was detained on charges of corruption and aiding a terrorist group, a move the opposition condemned as "a coup against our next president."

In a democracy, a military swears loyalty to the nation and flag, not leaders

A purge of US military brass on ideological grounds by the Trump administration foregrounds the fundamental tenet of civil-military equation in a democracy. Civilian oversight along with military loyalty to the nation. In China, military is subordinate to the communist party and not the state, a radically different approach. Trump’s moves suggest an attempt to reorient civil-military relations in the world’s oldest democracy

India Supports Cuba's Call to End Economic Embargo at UN Debate

India voiced its support for Cuba's resolution advocating for the end of the economic, commercial, and financial embargo. During a recent debate, First Secretary Sneha Dubey highlighted that India, as the world's largest democracy, upholds a strong commitment to multilateralism. She reaffirmed India's solidarity with the UN General Assembly, which clearly opposes domestic laws with extraterritorial effects. This stance underscores India's dedication to global cooperation and fairness in international relations.

Harris' Closing Remark Promises To 'Put Country Above Party,' Urges To Reject Fear, Division | N18G

In her closing campaign speech at the Ellipse, where Donald Trump incited the Capitol insurrection, Vice President Kamala Harris emphasized her commitment to putting the country above party and self-interest. With just a week before Election Day, she urged voters to recognize the stark choice before them. Harris contrasted her approach with Trump’s divisive tactics, asserting that she welcomes differing opinions rather than viewing them as threats. She pledged to restore abortion rights overturned by the Supreme Court and criticized Trump’s competency on the international stage, claiming world leaders see him as an "easy mark." Harris highlighted Trump’s self-serving behavior and authoritarian tendencies, warning that he poses a danger to democracy. The speech drew a large crowd, aiming to engage undecided voters in battleground states and encourage them to envision a more inclusive and hopeful future under her leadership.

Harris Tries To Win Over Republicans In Closing Remark, Urges To “Start Writing Next Chapter" | N18G

In a recent speech in Washington, DC, Vice President Kamala Harris appealed to Republicans and former Trump supporters, emphasizing the importance of unity in a democracy. She stated that disagreement should not create division, urging people to "lock arms" rather than point fingers. Harris announced her readiness to provide new leadership as a presidential candidate, acknowledging that many voters are still getting to know her. She highlighted the challenges of her campaign timeline due to President Biden's decision not to seek reelection, but expressed confidence in her ability to tackle tough fights against powerful interests. Harris also shared her personal story, reflecting on her immigrant background and commitment to advocating for marginalized communities. She called for voters to reject the influence of former President Trump and reminded them of the extraordinary potential to shape America's future. Harris concluded by encouraging action to start a new chapter in the nation's story.

MC Exclusive | Azmeri Haque Badhon: ‘Sheikh Hasina pushed Bangladeshi people away from Bangabandhu’

Moneycontrol gets to the heart of the student agitation that rocked Dhaka through the eyes of Azmeri Haque Badhon, who was the first Bangladeshi actress to walk Cannes red carpet with an officially selected film and who acted in Vishal Bhardwaj’s Bollywood film 'Khufiya'.

Governor's post should be done away with, has become burden on democracy: Manish Sisodia

Sisodia, who stepped out of Tihar jail on Friday after being granted bail in the excise policy case, said that bureaucrats in Delhi are suffering due to the tussle between the Lt Governor and the elected government and he "felt sorry" for them.

Can Ancient Greece teach us how to dump bad politicians?

'Negative' elections: In the earliest form of democracy around 508 BC, male landowners voted each year to send "candidates" they didn’t favour into exile.

For all its faults, democracy is still better than autocracy

All the evidence shows that despotism cannot consistently deliver the economic goods for developing countries

INDIA bloc's March 31 protest against Kejriwal's arrest gets EC, Delhi Police approval: Report

INDIA bloc leaders including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Sharad Pawar, Uddhav Thackeray, Aaditya Thackeray, Sanjay Raut will reportedly take part in the protest

Blinken says fighting disinformation 'vital US national security interest', says technology must sustain democratic values

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken underscored the need to make sure that technologies sustain democratic values, speaking at the third edition of democracy summit in Seoul, South Korea.

India sees big surge in support for strong leader governance, says Pew report

According to the Pew survey, Mexico witnessed the most significant surge in support for a strong leader, with a remarkable increase of 23% since 2017.

“We Re-Elect Governments…” EAM Jaishankar’s Prediction Of Modi 3.0 Draws Applause

Speaking at the India Europe Business and Sustainability Conclave, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar garnered applause as he talked about how democracy works in India. While talking about comments made by his Estonian colleague on democracy, EAM Jaishankar said, “He said that democracies work that is why we change governments. Believe me, in this country, we know when democracies work we re-elect governments.” Watch to know more.

SC to pronounce judgment in pleas challenging electoral bond scheme today

The apex court had reserved the case for judgment in November 2023. The SC had also directed the Election Commission to furnish all data on donations that political parties received through the scheme until September 2023

Democracy and climate politics are set to collide next year 

After the legalistic niceties of environmental diplomacy, the dirtier business of political maneuvering is going to consume the world’s democracies over the next 12 months. In 2024, climate will be on the ballot in a way we’ve rarely seen

Article 370 abrogation upheld, SC orders elections by September 2024 | Ram Madhav exclusive

The Supreme Court has upheld the abrogation of Article 370 and directed the government to hold elections next year. Now, what does this mean for the future of J&K in terms of democracy, delimitation and development? To discuss this, RSS' Ram Madhav joins us on Moneycontrol. Watch.

Generative AI may favour Authoritarian systems over Democracies

In autocracies, businesses and governments have more freedom to use AI and collect widespread data on people's activities than they have in democracies

New Parliament building's architecture killed democracy, conversations: Congress

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh alleged that the new Parliament building realises the Prime Minister's objectives and should be called a “Modi Multiplex or Modi Marriot”.

Lessons on deflation, demography & democracy from the China model

As China's political economy faces yet another challenge, it is time for the developing countries of the global South to reflect on the governance model that China offers and seeks to promote

Narayana Murthy talks democracy, pluralism, population growth: 'Most urgent need is...'

Narayana Murthy said that democracy in India will prosper only if a mindset is created that highlights the commonalities of various beliefs rather than the differences.

Americans are widely pessimistic about democracy in the United States: AP-NORC poll

Overall, about half the country - 49 percent - say democracy is not working well in the US, compared with 10 percent who say it’s working very or extremely well and 40 percent only somewhat well.