Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal recently voiced strong concerns about the rapid expansion of e-commerce in India, particularly focusing on the practices of major players like Amazon. Speaking at the release of a report titled “Net Impact of E-Commerce on Employment and Consumer Welfare in India,” Goyal questioned the sustainability of e-commerce’s growth and its…
Sheikh Hasina, the ousted Prime Minister of Bangladesh, now finds herself at the center of grave legal battles, as a complaint was lodged against her and 26 others, including former ministers from her Cabinet, with the country’s International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). The charges are severe, accusing them of genocide and crimes against humanity during recent…
The Indian government recently made a significant move by cancelling its lateral entry advertisement, which sought to fill various positions in the Union government. This decision came on the heels of intense backlash from opposition parties and concerns voiced within the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA). The controversy surrounding lateral entry into the bureaucracy, a…
Malaysia’s digital payment market is undergoing a transformation, and Indian fintech startups are playing a pivotal role in this revolution. With a favorable regulatory environment and increasing demand for digital financial services, Malaysia has become a strategic destination for Indian fintech companies. While these startups have made significant progress, particularly in the digital payments space,…
Overview of Potential Antitrust Actions The U.S. Justice Department is contemplating a dramatic intervention in Alphabet Inc.’s Google, following a landmark court ruling that determined the tech giant engaged in illegal monopolization of the online search market. This move represents a rare and bold step reminiscent of past antitrust actions, notably the failed attempt to…
Anniversary Event at Former US Air Base On Wednesday, the Taliban celebrated the third anniversary of their control over Afghanistan with a significant event at the former US Bagram air base, located about 40 kilometers from Kabul. The gathering included speeches, a military parade, and was attended by diplomats from China and Iran. The base,…
Kishida’s Decision to Step Down Japan’s Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, has announced that he will not seek re-election as leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). This marks the end of his nearly three-year tenure and opens the door to a new leadership race within the party. Kishida’s decision comes in the wake of…
Suspension Details The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has imposed an 18-month suspension on Pramod Bhagat, India’s celebrated Tokyo 2020 Paralympic gold medalist, for breaching anti-doping regulations. This significant sanction will prevent Bhagat from participating in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, impacting his competitive career and standing in the sport. Grounds for Suspension The Court of…
CERT-In Warns of Significant Security Risks in Windows Systems The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a crucial alert regarding multiple vulnerabilities identified in Microsoft Windows systems. This warning, affecting users of both Windows 10 and Windows 11, highlights severe security risks that could potentially compromise sensitive system components and data. The vulnerabilities…
Strategic Overextension and Flexibility Sun Tzu’s The Art of War offers timeless wisdom on military strategy, highlighting the critical balance between offense and defense, the need for adaptability, and the power of psychological warfare. The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia illustrates these principles vividly, especially regarding Russia’s strategic overextension and the resulting vulnerabilities. Russia’s…
