The court order on Newsclick reinforces the bail-is-the-rule jurisprudence. Yes, justice delayed is justice denied. But it’s better than justice never delivered. Criminalisation of FCRA and money laundering laws and jailing citizens endlessly are eroding public trust in institutions. FCRA is meant to deter terror and subversion, use it sparingly.
BJP CMs miss the point of PM Modi’s austerity appeal. Haryana banning rallies makes no sense
Haryana taking a cue from Maharashtra to deny permission for rallies, roadshows and processions in the name of austerity is irrational and anti-democratic. So is the ban on officials’ personal travels abroad. BJP CMs shouldn’t over-interpret PM Modi’s austerity appeal. Being more loyal than the king serves him no good.
Intrigued that FCRA was used against the Missionaries of Charity. Secretary of State Marco Rubio started his four day trip to India by paying his respects to the memory of Mother ( now Saint ) Teresa at its Calcutta headquarters. He also oversees the reports of USCIRF.