We hope the Supreme Court will pass attorney general’s opinion that a comedian’s critical tweet, however offensive, amounts to criminal contempt. The test for scandalising the courts has to be redefined for the age of social media. The contempt law should be used sparingly and only for obstruction of justice.
Modi govt’s new stimulus measures got both timing and focus right
Modi government has got the timing and focus of new economic stimulus measures right. It recognises that the unlocking of the economy is making progress and needs incentives. Not just stimulating demand, it also aims to boost local production. It is a complex strategy but optimal given India’s fiscal constraints.
Positive movement on Ladakh front. Both India, China need exit now from unaffordable conflict
The Ladakh standoff isn’t resolved yet, but there’s welcome movement. If the new Chinese proposal looks an improvement, it’s because Indian army’s audacity on Aug 29-30 night, on both banks of Pangong Tso gave India strategic chips to play with. Both sides need an exit now from an unaffordable conflict.
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