Assam’s cattle Bill is a needless attempt to regulate people’s food habits. It’s cynical to create another communal bogey to replace NRC-CAA politics that’s become unsustainable in the cost-and-benefit analysis. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma is a smart politician with a commendable record as administrator but he is misreading the mandate.
Nepal Supreme Court appointing Sher Bahadur Deuba as PM is a lesson for Oli
Nepal’s Supreme Court appointing Sher Bahadur Deuba as PM is a lesson for K.P. Oli, who tried devious tricks to retain power. Besides damaging Nepal’s young democracy, Oli’s cynical ultra-nationalism also wrecked ties with India. Deuba looks like a stop-gap; onus is on Nepalese politicians to repair both, provide stability.
Rajinikanth’s firm no to politics a pragmatic call, for him and TN politics
Rajinikanth announcing a firm no to politics and disbanding his fans’ organisation should mean curtains to this drama. The superstar always seemed reluctant or half-hearted about it. So, it’s a pragmatic final call, for him and TN politics. Real life isn’t like the movies where there’s nothing Rajini can’t do.
Delhi shutting markets where people are flouting Covid rules is a good, tough move
The decision of the Delhi government to shut city markets where people are flouting Covid restrictions is a tough, good move. Livelihoods are important but not at the cost of lives during a pandemic that isn’t showing signs of disappearing. Other cities and crowded tourist destinations should follow Delhi’s lead.