China’s decision to stall United Nations blacklisting of Lashkar-e-Taiba leader Sajid Mir insults the victims of 26/11, and undermines the global effort against terrorism. After years spent claiming he was dead, Pakistan jailed Mir last year to avert international sanctions. There is no explanation for Beijing’s action, bar pure malice.
Punjab govt amending rules of appointment of DGP shows fragility of federal structure
Punjab government’s decision to change the rules of appointment of the police chief and the university vice-chancellors is another example of a non-BJP ruled state defying the central government. It also underlines how the fragile federal structure between the centre and the states is breaking down amid growing political mistrust.