In this episode of ‘Padtaal Duniya Bhar Ki’, NewsClick Prabir Purkayastha speaks on the latest situation in Nepal, and the meaning of the attacks on Qatar and Venezuela.
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What is 4T in Mexico? MORENA’s Project Under Debate
The Tricontinental Institute attempts to demonstrate the historical role of the project carried out by former President López Obrador and continued by current President Sheinbaum. This report summarises some of its most important ideas.
Indian Left Decries BJP Govt for Hosting Israeli Minister
Bezalel Smotrich is one of the architects of Israeli genocide in Gaza and has been banned by several countries. There is a pending ICC warrant against him.
Nepal: An Uprising About Jobs, Dignity, Broken Development Model
The resignation of Nepali PM KP Oli, amid massive youth-driven protests has raised many questions for the people of Nepal and its once united Left. While many have accused the uprising about merely being in response to a social media ban, the roots are much deeper.
Leading International Economists Slam Israel’s ‘Weaponisation of Starvation’
A joint statement by 140 economists from around the world calls for boycott of economic, cultural and sporting relations with Israel.
‘Gen-Z’ Protest Changes Nepal’s Face; What Lies Ahead?
India’s neighbour Nepal is in political turmoil. Newsclick Editor Prabir Purkayastha discusses why the youth are angry and what direction the movement could take.
Political Economy of GST Rejig
Unless there is a dip in government tax revenues, the tax burden on working households will remain unchanged.
Iran Slams UK, France, Germany’s Snapback Sanctions
The surrender of Britain, France and Germany to US dictates puts serious question marks to their credibility in the global politics, claims Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi in an article in The Guardian.
Trump’s Tariff Terrorism and India’s Stance
China can retaliate where it hurts, while India still has not threatened any, and differs in this respect even from Brazil, the only other country slapped with 50% tariff.
GST Reforms & US Tariffs: Why Pro-People Policies Are Imperative
Without clear mechanisms for compensating states, this policy change could create additional fiscal tensions.
How UN Can Act Decisively to End Genocide in Gaza
Recent UN General Assemblies have heard many speeches lamenting the UN’s failure to fulfill its most vital purpose, to ensure peace and security for all.
Cotton Farmers Protest Tariff Withdrawal, Betrayal by Modi
In comparison to their counterparts in the US and Europe, Indian farmers get very little to no support from the government assuring profitability of their labor which makes them highly dependent on protection from foreign competition.