Enforced Disappearances, Human Rights and BLA’s Independence Call

Enforced Disappearances, Human Rights and BLA's Independence Call

By N. C. BipindraBalochistan has yet again entered a dangerous phase of political and humanitarian uncertainty.Recent declaration by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) to form an independent army and seek international recognition as a sovereign nation has brought decades-long freedom struggle against Pakistan’s reported occupation into sharp focus. While BLA’s statement marks a new and … Continue reading Enforced Disappearances, Human Rights and BLA’s Independence Call

Hypocrisy Mars Press Freedom Index

Hypocrisy Mars Press Freedom Index

Enhanced transparency, fairness, inclusivity and addressing structural issues will make Reporters Without Borders report more credible. Madhu Hebbar World Press Freedom Day is observed annually on May 3 by United Nations General Assembly beginning 1993 to champion fundamental role of free press in free democratic societies. It promotes press freedom, evaluates its global state, defends … Continue reading Hypocrisy Mars Press Freedom Index

What’s Ailing Foreign Media in India?

Is it lack of press freedom? Or, limited skills sets to report from a large, diverse country like Bharat that has bowled them over? K.A.Badarinath Why’s it that global media operating in Bharat is acerbic? Being bitter or sour on substantive work issues is understandable given that Bharat may look complex for many of them. … Continue reading What’s Ailing Foreign Media in India?