Supreme Court’s stray dogs order proves that in human-animal conflict, human always wins. The Court blamed authorities for letting the issue reach a boiling point, but dogs will pay the price. It remains to be seen how SC ensures compliance when even Delhi CM said directions are hard to implement.
Norway episode is a lesson for MEA. Diplomacy rewards brevity, not lectures
The Norway episode, where an Indian diplomat sparred with a journalist, underlines a simple lesson for the MEA: diplomacy today rewards brevity, not lectures. Crisp and carefully crafted responses, the equivalent of 3×5 cards, are far more effective than long explanations that invite misinterpretation and risk sounding defensive or patronising.
Just recently, Indian diplomats were advised to project India more effectively abroad. Not sure this oration meets that standard. 2. A larger point. The world sees us a little differently than we see ourselves. For example, India’s ranking in several important global indices. A more nuanced response is expected in dealing with fair criticism or questioning.