Deep State has now become the engine of conspiracy theories across democracies. America was the first, and India is catching up fast. Many European democracies are on the bandwagon too.
Group dismisses as ‘misleading’ reports in international media that Sri Lanka had cancelled Mannar & Pooneryn projects, hints review process not linked to November indictments by US.
Lance Gooden of the Republican Party wrote to the Attorney General that the pursuit against its top industrialists could start a harmful narrative against the growth of India, a key ally.
Congressman Lance Gooden demanded answers on the selective prosecution of foreign entities & the potential harm such actions pose to US’s global alliances.
During discussion on Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi also criticised Modi govt for demonetisation, ‘misuse’ of agencies & rupee falling to all-time low against US dollar.
Gautam Adani and 6 others, including nephew Sagar Adani, were indicted by a US court last week for allegedly bribing Indian govt officials to bag power contracts.
US indictments landed a blow on Adani Group, with international deals being reviewed and ratings agencies changing outlook. But recent efforts have helped it claw back market cap.
Naidu-led Andhra Pradesh govt is yet to launch probe into allegations involving then CM Jagan levelled in Adani US indictment. Minister says TDP chief is ‘seriously contemplating’ matter.
IAF is firming up plans to revamp airlift capabilities with medium transport aircraft that will be assembled in India & serve as its main workhorse. Embraer is leading contender as of now.
This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.
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