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Niger coup: Ecowas must do these 3 things to break the stalemate

It’s been a month since military guards under the command of General Abdourahamane Tchiani ended 12 years of democratic governance in Niger. The situation seems to have reached a stalemate as the junta has refused to restore democracy immediately.

The Conversation · Sep 4, 2023

BJP, SP accuse each other of corrupting Ghosi bypoll, complain to EC

BJP and SP accuse each other of influencing Ghosi bypoll. BJP State President writes to Chief State Election Commissioner alleging SP candidate distributing money in Dalit and Muslim areas. SP claims BJP trying to influence poll through govt. machinery. Both parties submit memorandums to Election Commission. Election Commission urged to…

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

How hate speech during the Voice campaign can harm personal wellbeing, as well as democracy

Last week, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Australia will vote in the Voice referendum on October 14.

The Conversation · Sep 4, 2023

The Observer view on Gabon: the coup poses a new threat to democracy in Africa

Sub-Saharan Africa has suffered an alarming spate of military takeovers since 2020

The Guardian - UK · Sep 3, 2023

Millions of ‘missing voters’ cost Labour seats due to electoral boundaries bias

Analysis of official data has revealed the system for drawing constituencies is ‘warping’ British democracy by omitting eligible voters

The Guardian - UK · Sep 2, 2023

AOC urges US to apologize for meddling in Latin America: ‘We’re here to reset relationships’

Democratic congresswoman calls for acknowledgment of past intrusion in effort to restore trust in US leadership in the region

The Guardian - US · Sep 2, 2023

‘One Nation, One Election’ will bring stability, says Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister; Samajwadi Party calls it a malicious attempt to establish monarchy

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the idea of One Nation One Election would bring stability to a democracy, whereas Samajwadi Party national general secretary felt it would usher in monarchy

The Hindu · Sep 1, 2023

Countdown to the end of the fascist BJP regime has begun, says Stalin

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin alleges BJP's rule has shown "scant regard" for democratic ethos, and is a threat to democracy. He claims Modi govt has least respect for Parliament, courts, and has turned premier agencies into its "hit squad". INDIA alliance of 28 parties formed to protect India's sovereignty, dignity,…

The Hindu · Sep 1, 2023

Suspended Kashmiri lecturer appears before inquiry committee, produces leave application, other documents

Kashmiri lecturer suspended days after appearing in SC in favour of Art. 370 presented himself before inquiry committee. He provided documents and apprised inquiry officer of his work to promote democracy and contribution to education system. SC asked AG to look into suspension.

The Hindu · Sep 1, 2023

Season of putsch: Why have coups become popular in Africa?

Military leaders are exploiting disenchantment with democratic leadership amid deteriorating economic conditions.

Al Jazeera · Sep 1, 2023