Democracy in Tinseltown | Gulal Salil
I love how every four years, American elections take the centerstage in world politics, one incompetent racist politician flings accusations at another racist politician, media debates on who’s lesser of…
Why Dissent Matters
Dissent is the cornerstone of a vibrant democracy. It ensures that diverse viewpoints are heard and promotes societal progress. The right to dissent is not just a privilege but a…
A marathon of democracy
From the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal to the freezing of Congress party accounts, India saw one of the most contentious elections in recent memory. Spanning seven phases amidst searing heat…
Demand Real Journalism
Real journalism is not a relic of a bygone era; it is the lifeblood of democracy. In today’s fast-paced world inundated with instant news, where headlines scream for fleeting clicks,…
Worried election will be stolen by state machinery: RPP
Mokokchung, 16 April (MTNews): The Rising People’s Party (RPP) has expressed deep concern over the possibility of election manipulation by the state machinery. It feared that the “election will be…
Ahead of Lok Sabha election, TNR advocates for Freedom and Democracy, warns against Hindu Nationalist agenda
Mokokchung, 15 April (MTNews): The Naga Rising (TNR) has called upon the Naga people to stand firm in defending freedom and democracy, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding their unique identity…
Morality, Electoral Politics and Voting
In a democracy, elections are supposed to be the cornerstone of societal expression, a platform where the collective conscience of the populace finds its voice. However, increasingly, the moral fabric…
THE DICTATOR’S DILEMMA | Binit Patnaik
Cross-strait relations between Taiwan and the Communist country of China have time and again caught our attention due to the fraught relations between the two: One, a booming democracy and…
Responsible Journalism in Sensitive Cases
Journalism plays a vital role in upholding democracy and informing the public. However, it is important for journalists to exercise restraint and responsibility when reporting on sensitive cases, lest they…