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French minister accuses Elon Musk of ‘online harassment campaigns’ against European leaders

Jean-Noël Barrot criticises X owner in speech attacking foreign efforts to destabilise France before 2027 election

The Guardian - UK · Oct 14

American singer Mary Millben urges Indian youth to rise against CJP, alleges US donors funding party

American singer Mary Millben urged young patriots in India to peacefully protest against the Cockroach Janata Party. She claims that the party is funded by donors opposed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. Millben emphasized the importance of counter-movements to preserve democracy and freedom. She remarked that the Prime Minister…

The Economic Times · Oct 14

‘Friendship to all, malice to none’, says Sheikh Hasina as she tells Dhaka to rethink foreign policy after BRICS no-show

During her recent statements, Sheikh Hasina expressed disapproval of Tarique Rahman's absence from the BRICS summit, indicating it was detrimental to Bangladesh’s best interests. She contended that involvement in such platforms could have enhanced economic growth and social benefit. Hasina pointed out the crucial need for foreign policy to reflect…

The Economic Times · Oct 14

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$20m public liability insurance to rally in a park: how council red tape hinders the right to protest

Public gatherings stymied by bureaucracy, Australian Democracy Network and Deakin University researchers find

The Guardian - AU · Oct 14

By making protests conditional on state approval, governments are eroding our democracy

In July, a group in Bathurst, New South Wales wanted to hold a small rally in a local park against culling wild horses, known as brumbies.

The Conversation · Oct 14

Yunus called ‘terrorist’ by Awami backers at US airport

DHAKA: Nobel laureate and former Bangladesh interim govt chief adviser Muhammad Yunus was confronted by a group of Awami League supporters at New York’s John F Kennedy airport, who termed him a “terrorist” for “killing civilians, arresting thousands and destroying democracy in Bangladesh”.

The Times of India · Oct 14

How young people do democracy: pausing, questioning, creating and bringing others along with them

The second annual Shopfront Youth-Led Conference rounded out a weekend of activity celebrating the 50th birthday of the Sydney youth arts company with a radical and celebrated history.

The Conversation · Oct 13

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Digital distrust and polarisation: 'We need to get back to engaging with one another as a society'

François Picard is pleased to welcome Valdemar Osted, partner and head of technology at Danish digital consultants Common Consultancy. Can the fear of disinformation become as dangerous to democracy as disinformation itself? Osted challenges widely circulated claims that attacks on Russian data centres have triggered a sudden collapse in online…

France 24 · Oct 13

Constitution torn up, fighting to restore democracy in country, says Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi emphasized the INDIA bloc's singular mission to restore democracy during a meeting with opposition leaders. He criticized the government's attempts to restrict protests at Jantar Mantar and promised to fight against these restrictions. Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of undermining democratic institutions…

The Economic Times · Oct 13

'Don't want to spoil the surprise': Rahul Gandhi hints at bigger INDIA bloc plan on CEC-SIR row

Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav, are planning continued protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar's actions. They claim that the Election Commission is undermining democracy and free elections in India. The leaders are demanding the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar and a reversal of recent electoral changes. They believe that…

The Economic Times · Oct 13

Why the Paramount-Warner merger is a problem for democracy

Media critic Ben Bagdikian warned in 2004 that five corporations had accumulated “more communications power than was exercised by any despot or dictatorship in history.” More than 20 years later, a major media merger is bringing his warning back into focus.

The Conversation · Oct 13

'India is the mother of democracy': PM Modi pitches 'power to empower' vision

In a key address at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the importance of empowering people while addressing concerns of equitable technological access. He championed India’s strong democratic values and the critical role of public engagement in governance. Highlighting India's vibrant digital landscape, particularly with YouTube,…

The Economic Times · Oct 13

Delhi Police detain CJP's Saurav Das, Ashutosh Ranka, Ajinkya Shinde again as they attempt to breach Jantar Mantar

Delhi Police detained Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, leaders of the Cockroach Janta Party, during a protest at Jantar Mantar regarding electoral roll revisions. The party is calling for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation.

The Economic Times · Oct 13

A generation of angry young Indians takes to the streets to challenge Modi

Protests erupted in New Delhi on Saturday as young Indians rallied against a voter list purge they say favors Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party

The Independent UK · Oct 13

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The Economic Times · Oct 13

Rahul Gandhi to host high tea for INDIA bloc MPs, civil society members, student organisations on Tuesday

Rahul Gandhi has invited INDIA bloc MPs, civil society members, and student organizations for high tea. This event is scheduled to take place at his residence on Tuesday, 13th October. A joint press conference of INDIA leaders will occur in the afternoon preceding the tea event. The invitation follows a…

The Guardian - AU · Oct 12

Morning Mail: Woman’s plea for imprisoned husband; renters hit by online fees; and the ‘BYD effect’

Australian democracy activist ‘uncontactable’ after being detained in Vietnam

The Guardian - UK · Oct 12

Mahmood orders urgent security review after killing of Ann Widdecombe

Home secretary also expands police support ‘with immediate effect’ for high-profile public figures not currently MPs

The National (Scotland) · Oct 12

SNP will push Andy Burnham after 'offhand' remark on Russian Brexit interference

Alyn Smith has accused Andy Burnham of making a throwaway comment, as SNP MPs plot to hold the Prime Minister to account ...

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Latin Times · Oct 12

1 Million Gather at Avenida Paulista: Brazil's Runoff Just Got a New Storyline

Over a million people packed Avenida Paulista for the Democracy March, reshaping the narrative of Brazil's presidential runoff with 13 days to go.

The Guardian - AU · Oct 12

‘We always do everything together’: Chloe has no way to contact her husband, a democracy campaigner detained in Vietnam

Tran Hiep spent his 51st birthday alone in a notorious detention centre in Ho Chi Minh City after his sudden arrest last month

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Democracy can't be held hostage to opposition's comfort, SIR necessary for fair polls: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Referring to an open letter by 124 former IAS, IFS and allied service officers defending the Election Commission's institutional integrity, Gupta backed the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), saying free and fair polls demand accurate voter rolls, transparent procedures and strong institutions.

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Dipke decries mental torture by police, warns entire nation will become Jantar Mantar

Abhijeet Dipke alleged that he and his family faced mental torture during his recent detention by Delhi Police. He criticized the decision to denotify Jantar Mantar as a designated protest site, claiming it undermines democracy. Dipke insisted that the police did not inform his family about his whereabouts or allow…

The Independent UK · Oct 12

What does the takeover of Pakistan’s only province controlled by Imran Khan’s party mean for PTI?

Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party warns of ‘further instability’ after federal government suspends provincial authority

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh, Tejashwi Yadav & others file plea in SC as police stop INDIA bloc march

Opposition leaders organized a protest march towards the Supreme Court to file a petition regarding alleged electoral fraud. The march, named "March for Democracy", was led by prominent figures like Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge. Participants included supporters and activists who joined the protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

A testament to democracy: Looking back at Jantar Mantar's legacy of dissent

Jantar Mantar has historically served as a crucial venue for public protests and demonstrations in New Delhi. The de-notification by Delhi Police risks diminishing its importance for citizen activism and dissent. Activists believe that losing this designated space will limit citizens' ability to hold the government accountable.

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