Left stages protest in Ballari condemning attacks on Palestine and Iran
On the occasion of National Communal Harmony Day, various Left parties staged a protest in front of the Deputy Commissioner's office in Ballari, condemning the 'imperialist aggression' against Palestine and Iran. The demonstration strongly denounced the alleged massacre being carried out by Israel in Gaza with the support of the United States, as well as the recent bombing of Iran.
Protesters urged the Indian government to oppose the war-mongering policies of the United States and Israel and to adopt an unequivocal anti-war stance.
Addressing the gathering, district secretary of SUCI(C) S. Radhakrishna Upadhya said that creating conflict zones across the globe to sell arms and increase profits is the business model of American capitalists.
'U.S. President Donald Trump represents these capitalist interests. Facing an economic crisis, the United States seeks revival through artificial means like war. To counter this war-hungry agenda of America, Israel and other imperialist nations, global anti-war and workers movements must be intensified to push back against imperialist designs,' he said.
CPI(M) district secretary Satyababu stated that Israel, emboldened by U.S. support, has been conducting barbaric bombing campaigns on Gaza for the past two years, violating ceasefire agreements.
'Schools, hospitals, and mosques have been targeted and over 55,000 Palestinian civilians, including a large number of women and children, have been killed. Now, it has launched airstrikes on Iran, killing several 'key figures',' he said.
Veteran trade union leader T.G. Vitthal remarked that the BJP-led Union government aligned itself with the interests of the U.S. and Israel, thereby undermining India's anti-imperialist legacy rooted in the freedom movement.
Many labour leaders, including Pramod, A. Devadas, Chandra Kumari, Guru Murthy, Somashekhar Gowda, Shanta, Nagarathna and Hanumappa, participated in the agitation.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
NDTV
34 minutes ago
- NDTV
Bhaichung Bhutia Blasts Kalyan Chaubey For Turning AIFF Into 'Circus', Top Official Responds
Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia on Friday made a scathing attack on the All India Football Federation (AIFF) leadership, calling the current administration under president Kalyan Chaubey a "circus" riddled with all-round mismanagement. Chaubey hit back through an official statement, dismissing the allegations as 'baseless' and accusing Bhutia of 'deliberately distorting the image of AIFF'. In a no-holds-barred press conference, Bhutia said Indian football has been experiencing one of the worst phases in recent history -- both in performance and credibility -- under the stewardship of Chaubey. 'The AIFF today is a circus. And when you put jokers in those positions, it's bound to become a circus,' Bhutia said, pointing to the federation's inability to resolve the I-League championship impasse between Inter Kashi and Churchill Brothers. The fate of the I-League title hinges on a Court of Arbitration for Sport's verdict on the appeal filed by Inter Kashi against a decision of the AIFF's Appeals Committee. 'They (AIFF) should have made a clear decision when the controversy erupted. Instead, they let the league continue in confusion. Clubs were treated unfairly. It's embarrassing for Indian football,' said Bhutia. Bhutia repeated his earlier criticism of Chaubey's decision to withdraw India's bid to host the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, leaving Saudi Arabia the sole candidate in the fray. "Why did we suddenly withdraw our 2027 AFC Asian Cup bid and agree to host the Santosh Trophy in Saudi Arabia instead? This has to be investigated by someone neutral,' said Bhutia, alleging "financial misuse" by the AIFF president. Chaubey has now expressed India's interest in bidding for the 2031 edition of the AFC Asian Cup. 'When we had the best chance, we gave it away. Now we're looking at 2031 where seven countries, including World Cup-qualified Uzbekistan, are interested. It makes no sense,' said the legendary striker. Dismissing Bhutia's allegations, Chaubey said, 'As a member of the (AIFF) Executive Committee, Mr. Bhutia has access to appropriate and empowered platforms to express his views. 'However, since his defeat in September 2022 (AIFF president's election), he has consistently and deliberately made baseless allegations and presented a distorted image of the AIFF. These actions tarnish the federation's reputation and Indian football internationally.' Chaubey invited Bhutia to the upcoming AIFF Executive Committee meeting on July 2, saying he can raise his concerns and suggestions there. 'He is most welcome to present any constructive proposals, which will be duly deliberated upon in the spirit of transparency, collaboration, and collective development of Indian football,' Chaubey said in an AIFF statement. PTI 'Not interested in contesting AIFF elections if there's govt interference' =========================================== Bhutia, who lost a lopsided election for the AIFF president against Chaubey in 2022, said he's not keen on contesting polls again if there is interference from the government. "If there is interference from the government and other various things, then I don't think I would want to get into fighting an election for the AIFF president. "But yes, if everybody feels that I can do a job, I am okay with it... If somebody is going to sincerely do good for Indian football, I am more than happy to support." On whether sports and politics can mix, he said: "Ideally, it's not bad. We've seen politicians like Mr (Priyaranjan) Das Munshi and Praful Patel do a decent job. But because of Kalyan, now all sportspersons are being tagged badly." Bhutia further criticised Manolo Marquez's earlier dual role (both FC Goa and India coach) and highlighted the lack of planning and clarity on the part of the AIFF. "We should have sat with Manolo Marquez and asked him to choose -- either FC Goa or India. Or wait for six months. There was no plan. No meeting of the technical committee. "I don't mind Indian coaches, but for grassroots and long-term development, we need experts from Portugal, Spain... Those who've worked in academy systems." He also took potshots at AIFF's handling of the negotiations with Indian Super League organisers FSDL regarding the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) which ends in December.
NDTV
34 minutes ago
- NDTV
"They Don't Care For Any Other Country": Omar Abdullah On Trump-Munir Lunch
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Friday said the US was a "friend" of other countries only till its benefits were served, and Washington can do anything to secure its interests. Mr Abdullah's remark came in response to a question by reporters on US President Donald Trump hosting Pakistan Army chief Asif Munir for a White House lunch. "The US President is a master of his own will. Can we tell him whom he should invite for meals and whom not? It is a separate issue that we used to think the US President was our very special friend, and he would respect our friendship. "But obviously, America does what benefits it. They do not care for any other country," the Chief Minister told reporters after getting down at the Srinagar Railway station, having returned from Jammu. The chief minister had gone to Jammu on the recently launched Vande Bharat train, along with his father, Farooq Abdullah. On his train journey, he said, "Had it not been good, why would I have returned via train by train. The manner in which the people are trying to book trains for this train, and that the process of waiting list has started, we want the length (capacity) and the frequency of the train to be increased." He added, "It has become a successful service in just a few days; we would want more people to benefit from it." Asked about the Iran-Israel conflict, the National Conference leader said the war should stop and the issue resolved through dialogue. "This bombing should not have started. Before this, when the American intelligence in-charge was asked if Iran had the nuclear bomb, he had said he did not think Iran could make a bomb for a long time. But Israel attacked Iran within a few months. This attack should stop and the issues resolved through talks," he said. On the local students studying in Iran, he said they will return gradually. "We cannot bring them back overnight, as airports and ports are closed. We are bringing them via road first to those cities where there is no bombing, then they are being brought back through Armenia. "We are hopeful that today, 300-400 students are returning, a majority of whom are from J-K. We will bring them home safely," he added. Asked about power sharing with the lieutenant governor, Abdullah said the LG should approve the business rules that have been approved by the cabinet to end the confusion. "I have never said LG has all the powers. You check the J-K Reservation Act. The LG has himself said that his responsibility is limited to only the security and law and order. "That is why I am saying that the business rules approved by the cabinet should be signed and returned by the LG so that there is no confusion," he said. "The LG has one responsibility: He should protect the people of J-K and improve the security scenario here ... Rest of the responsibilities are ours," the CM added.
Time of India
36 minutes ago
- Time of India
No Kings protest takes toll: Trump's approval rating hits -6, marking sharpest drop in months
Donald Trump's approval ratings have declined following the widespread "No Kings" protests across the United States. A Newsweek tracker indicates his net approval fell to -6 points, with disapproval outweighing approval. Millions participated in demonstrations sparked by the deployment of National Guard soldiers and Marines in Los Angeles. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Donald Trump's Approval Rating Dips After 'No Kings' Protests Protests Shake Public Sentiment Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Trump's Approval Ratings Falls Across Other Polls FAQs US president Donald Trump's approval ratings have taken a hit after the countrywide "No Kings" protests in the United States, revealed the latest poll data, according to a report.A Newsweek tracker indicates that the US president's net approval fell to –6 points, with 46% of Americans expressing that they approve of his performance and 52% indicating that they disapprove, which is now his lowest net approval rating since early May, reported strategist, Christy Setzer explained that, "Trump won on two issues: the economy and immigration. Now that voters are seeing what that means — higher prices, global economic instability, and a politics of cruelty that kidnaps law-abiding people off the street— it's no surprise that they're not liking what they're seeing," quoted READ: Trump threatens strikes, Xi watches silently the Israel-Iran war — is China secretly arming Tehran? Millions of protesters marched last weekend in demonstrations staged in hundreds of cities around the United States, including Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Austin, Portland, and New York, as per the report. Between 4 and 6 million people attended, estimated pollster G. Elliott Morris, reported Newsweek. The rallies were prompted by the move by Trump to deploy 4,000 National Guard soldiers and 700 Marines into LA following fears of ICE deportation raids and attacks on police, according to the have pointed out that even though Trump's approval rating fell after the "No Kings" rally, it will not have an impact on how he governs the country. Director of the Centre on U.S. Politics at University College London, Thomas Gift said, "The great luxury of being a second term president is that there's a certain immunization from polls," adding, "While Trump still needs to think about how his national popularity shapes his mandate, and the amount of room his fellow Republicans in Congress give him to maneuver, the usual reelection pressures no longer apply," quoted recent surveys reveal a like downward movement in the president's popularity, as per the report. A YouGov/Economist poll (June 13–16) revealed that he got 41% approval and 54% disapproval rating, according to Newsweek report. Morning Consult (June 13–15) recorded a 46% approval rating and 52% Americans disapproved, as per the estimated 4 to 6 million people participated in demonstrations across many cities in the United States, as per the Newsweek Polls from YouGov, Morning Consult, and others all reflect a similar dip in Trump's support, as per Newsweek report.
