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Economic Times
10 hours ago
- Economic Times
Draconian, direct assault on democracy: Left parties on bills to remove PM, CMs over criminal charges
Left parties are strongly opposing the government's new bills that allow for the removal of prime ministers or chief ministers arrested on serious criminal charges. They argue that these bills are a direct assault on democracy and the federal framework of India. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Left parties on Wednesday said the new bills that provide for the removal of the prime minister or chief ministers arrested on serious criminal charges, are a direct "assault" on democracy and the federal framework, and vowed to oppose it "tooth and nail".The government plans to introduce three bills in Parliament on Wednesday for the removal of the prime minister, a Union minister, a chief minister or a minister of a state or Union Territory when arrested or detained on serious criminal charges for 30 days in a rowFlaying the move, CPI(M) general secretary MA Baby said on X that "Modi Govt's 3 bills to oust PM, CMs, Ministers after 30 days in custody expose its neo-fascist characteristics. This direct assault on our democracy will be opposed by CPIM tooth and nail. We urge all democratic forces to unite against this draconian move"."These bills, cloaked as tackling crime in high office, reveal their true intent given the RSS-controlled Modi govt's history of undermining elected state govts. With SIR, they mark a blatant move to subvert our democracy. All democratic forces must resist," he said on Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas called the bills "draconian"."The new bill by Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, purportedly in the name of 'public interest, welfare, and good governance,' is, in reality, draconian and designed to destabilize opposition-led state governments while undermining India's federal structure," Brittas said in a post on X."In an era marked by vindictive politics, where central agencies are deployed against opposition leaders, the provisions will be misused for ulterior motives," he CPI(M) leader said the bill's reference to "constitutional morality" contradicts its spirit, as it deviates from the established principle that disqualification and punishment should be tied to convictions by courts, not merely charges or arrests."This principle is clearly enshrined in Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act (RPA). In today's pernicious political climate, where individuals can be easily charged, arrested, and detained for extended periods, this legislation will be weaponised to target political opponents and erode democratic norms," he Liberation general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya said the bills will sound the "death knell" for federalism."Viewed together with the ongoing systematic subversion of the electoral system starting with the appointment of Election Commissioners to the relentless push for 'One Nation, One Election' system, this amendment will sound the death knell for federalism and parliamentary democracy in India," Bhattacharya said."Every state government opposed to the BJP's politics and policies will henceforth be rendered permanently destabilised and dysfunctional. Every NDA ally will be on tenterhooks to fall in line with the BJP," he said in a statement."The weaponisation of central agencies like ED, CBI, IT, NIA and the abuse of the Constitutional office of Governors in narrow partisan interest, a trend which has been seriously condemned on several occasions even by the Supreme Court, will now gain legal validity with the enactment of this bill," he three bills were approved by the Cabinet on bills are the Government of Union Territories (Amendment) Bill 2025; the Constitution (One Hundred And Thirtieth Amendment) Bill 2025; and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2025. The Bills are likely to be referred to a committee of Parliament
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Time of India
Draconian, direct assault on democracy: Left parties on bills to remove PM, CMs over criminal charges
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Left parties on Wednesday said the new bills that provide for the removal of the prime minister or chief ministers arrested on serious criminal charges, are a direct "assault" on democracy and the federal framework, and vowed to oppose it "tooth and nail".The government plans to introduce three bills in Parliament on Wednesday for the removal of the prime minister, a Union minister, a chief minister or a minister of a state or Union Territory when arrested or detained on serious criminal charges for 30 days in a rowFlaying the move, CPI(M) general secretary MA Baby said on X that "Modi Govt's 3 bills to oust PM, CMs, Ministers after 30 days in custody expose its neo-fascist characteristics. This direct assault on our democracy will be opposed by CPIM tooth and nail. We urge all democratic forces to unite against this draconian move"."These bills, cloaked as tackling crime in high office, reveal their true intent given the RSS-controlled Modi govt's history of undermining elected state govts. With SIR, they mark a blatant move to subvert our democracy. All democratic forces must resist," he said on Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas called the bills "draconian"."The new bill by Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, purportedly in the name of 'public interest, welfare, and good governance,' is, in reality, draconian and designed to destabilize opposition-led state governments while undermining India's federal structure," Brittas said in a post on X."In an era marked by vindictive politics, where central agencies are deployed against opposition leaders, the provisions will be misused for ulterior motives," he CPI(M) leader said the bill's reference to "constitutional morality" contradicts its spirit, as it deviates from the established principle that disqualification and punishment should be tied to convictions by courts, not merely charges or arrests."This principle is clearly enshrined in Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act (RPA). In today's pernicious political climate, where individuals can be easily charged, arrested, and detained for extended periods, this legislation will be weaponised to target political opponents and erode democratic norms," he Liberation general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya said the bills will sound the "death knell" for federalism."Viewed together with the ongoing systematic subversion of the electoral system starting with the appointment of Election Commissioners to the relentless push for 'One Nation, One Election' system, this amendment will sound the death knell for federalism and parliamentary democracy in India," Bhattacharya said."Every state government opposed to the BJP's politics and policies will henceforth be rendered permanently destabilised and dysfunctional. Every NDA ally will be on tenterhooks to fall in line with the BJP," he said in a statement."The weaponisation of central agencies like ED, CBI, IT, NIA and the abuse of the Constitutional office of Governors in narrow partisan interest, a trend which has been seriously condemned on several occasions even by the Supreme Court, will now gain legal validity with the enactment of this bill," he three bills were approved by the Cabinet on bills are the Government of Union Territories (Amendment) Bill 2025; the Constitution (One Hundred And Thirtieth Amendment) Bill 2025; and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2025. The Bills are likely to be referred to a committee of Parliament
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First Post
12 hours ago
- First Post
Wasim Akram faces flak from fans after complaint over alleged betting app promotion: See details inside
Pakistan cricket legend Wasim Akram faces backlash after a complaint was filed against the former fast bowler for endorsing a betting app, sparking criticism from fans online. A complaint has been filed against Wasim Akram for allegedly promoting betting in Pakistan. Image: AFP Pakistan's legendary cricketer, Wasim Akram, finds himself in hot water for allegedly promoting a gambling and betting app in his country. A complaint has been filed against the 59-year-old former fast bowler Akram with the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) due to his alleged association with an online 'gambling and betting' platform relating to sports. The complaint was filed by Muhammad Fiaz in Lahore as he alleged that the former Pakistan captain has links with a foreign betting App – Baji – as its brand ambassador. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'A poster circulating on social media and a video clip show Wasim Akram endorsing the online platform, which has sparked interest among general users in the App,' the complainant said. Akram faces allegations of promoting betting Fiaz has urged the NCCIA to take action against Akram under the Electronic Crimes Act of 2016. The news of a complaint against Akram for allegedly endorsing betting in Pakistan was confirmed to the Indian news agency PTI by an official from NCCIA, who also added that 'we will take action against him if the allegations are found true'. The Baji Bet 'Betting and Casino' as per its Indian website is owned by Aurora Holdings NV, a company based in Curacao. Social media full of Akram promoting Baji products A cursory search on the social media platform X produces multiple posts from Baji-linked casino and betting handles featuring Wasim Akram as their brand ambassador and endorsing their products. In one of the videos that has been posted by a social media handle @bjaffiliatezara, Akram can be seen in an advertisement, saying, 'Experience the thrill of sports, like never before. I am proud to be the new brand ambassador of Baji. Join me here and 'Win like a King'.' The video was posted on 20 August 2024. Akram faces criticism from fans The former cricketer Akram also faced flak from fans, who accused him of promoting betting in Pakistan. 'Almost all influencers promoted it. Why the app is working in Pakistan? What about betting apps supporting psl franchises? Wasim Akram promoted it,' a fan wrote. Almost all influencers promoted it. Why the app is working in Pakistan? What about betting apps supporting psl franchises? Wasim Akram promoted it — Berlin (@GhabranaNahiHay) August 19, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Here are some more reactions: Wasim Akram ka betting sites halal hai. Youtuber ka haram hai — Rizwan (@Rizwow) August 18, 2025 Just a reminder: Saad akela nai hai sab ko pakro phir, aise tau wasim akram ne bhi betting company ki promotion ki hui hai uss pe bhi case hoga ab kya? — Rayham (@RayhamUnplugged) August 20, 2025 1990 sa jo fixing kr raha ha or betting khud bi krta tha or promote bi kr raha ha wasim akram sahb jin ko legend bnaia wa ha — Aazan Lodhi (@LodhiAazan) August 18, 2025 Akram is yet to make an official statement on the matter. A TikToker and YouTuber, Saad-ur-Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, was also arrested in Pakistan on Saturday for allegedly promoting the betting app Baji.
