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Following today’s military coup in Dhaka, security has been significantly increased outside the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi. There are growing speculations that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina might seek refuge in India, prompting heightened vigilance.
The Karnataka Assembly witnessed an adjournment today as BJP MLAs persisted with their dharna inside the chambers, pressing for a discussion on the controversial MUDA issue. The stalemate, which began earlier this week, shows no signs of immediate resolution as both sides stand firm on their positions.
Speaking to reporters, Yadav accused the BJP-led central government of "caging" and misusing democratic establishments to target political opponents like Kejriwal. He said the Congress has been consistently highlighting such alleged misuse of agencies against sitting chief ministers.
While election day itself was relatively peaceful, with few disturbances reported, the pre-election period was marred by protests and violence, including arson attacks that resulted in four fatalities. Bangladeshi authorities attributed much of the unrest to the BNP, accusing them of attempting to disrupt the electoral process.
Political trolling by India's political parties has implications that extend beyond domestic politics, impacting the international image of the country. Political leaders need to consider the broader consequences of their online behaviour on India's standing in the global community and its ability to attract positive attention, investments, and partnerships on the international stage.
The decisions made by Timor-Leste's leaders and its people in the coming years will shape the direction of this young nation. While the potential for crisis looms, the prospect of positive transformation and growth is equally present.
The nation also faces domestic economic and political transitions, and any missteps in these areas could unravel the hard-won gains of the past 21 years.