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Express Tribune
a day ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Why is Iran despised in USA?
Listen to article In the Soviet Union, after World War II, the government awarded mothers that gave birth to many babies. It was called the Order of Maternal Glory. The higher the number of babies, the higher the class of the award. The war was won on the back of the Russians, who had lost about 11 million soldiers in winning the war. Mother Russia wanted more Russians. They had a population collapse problem to deal with. I remember a similar speech I had the chance of watching here in Houston. The speech was delivered by a former CIA and NSA chief named Michael Hayden. In his typical Cold War driven mentality, he made the case that Russia today also suffered from a similar population problem and that Russia was again running out of Russians. Well, Israel has the same problem but not many talk about it. One of the ways Israel can collapse is also through population collapse. And that is where Iran comes into this equation. Iran is the only country in that region that has always defied American and Israeli pressure as well as their designs, at least after the 1979 revolution. The Arab world may not be willing to recognise Israel or may play this ready and not-yet-ready-to-recognise dance, they may also broadcast Al Jazeera, but truth be told, they are no threat to Israel or to American plans for the region. That is the reason they occasionally face mild critique from the US president and the US media but that is as far as they go. Iran may not have the muscle to defeat Israel, it may not have the means to resist Israeli plans for the region, but it sure has the will and courage to resist those designs. Iran has refused to play by the rules of the American and the Israeli hegemonic games at every step of the way. But that is not the main reason why Iran is despised so much in the American power corridors. Iran has not only shown the capability to hit Israel but has also shown the will to do that despite the overwhelmingly dangerous repercussions. People move to Israel from other parts of the world especially the United States and Europe because they believe in Zionism, and they want a free home by taking over Palestinian homes. Think about it for a moment; if Israel becomes this dangerous place that can be hit anytime the Iranians want to, then no educated and wealthy Jew who wants to settle in Israel for Zionism would want to go there, even if the house is free. And certainly not if the house would have to be purchased. If you look at the Israeli literature, that is one of the main worries they also express. If Israel is turned into this ghetto where life and property are not safe then no Jewish family with resources and education would want to settle there, even for the sake of Zionism. Israel would face a population collapse problem just like the Russians did. But the Russians faced that problem due to millions of deaths in war, the Israelis would simply mass migrate elsewhere, in search of safe havens. Only the ones who don't have the resources to move out and the ones who wouldn't mind living in the ghettos would stay. And if we know even just a little by looking at any country, the poor and the unwanted citizens have never been the ones any government ever cared about. They will eventually resemble the Palestinians. Nobody would care about their plight. Israel will become this land filled with ghettos separated by vast distances of nothing in between. Just paved roads from the glorious past when no country dared attacking this fake state and America was always willing to bend backwards for Israel's war thirsty bratty attitude. And very simply; whomever Israel despises, American politicians and the American media would also despise. That's how things work in America.
The Print
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
EAM Jaishankar meets Chinese President Xi Jinping in SCO conclave
The external affairs minister landed in China on Monday on a two-day visit to attend a conclave of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). It is his first visit to China since bilateral ties witnessed a severe downturn following the Galwan Valley clashes in June 2020. In a social media post, Jaishankar said he apprised President Xi about the recent development in India-China bilateral ties. Beijing: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his counterparts from the SCO member nations on Tuesday met Chinese President Xi Jinping. 'Called on President Xi Jinping this morning in Beijing along with my fellow SCO Foreign Ministers,' Jaishankar said on 'X'. 'Conveyed the greetings of President Droupadi Murmu & Prime Minister @narendramodi,' he said. 'Apprised President Xi of the recent development of our bilateral ties. Value the guidance of our leaders in that regard,' the external affairs minister said. PTI MPB NSA NSA This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. Also Read: 'Continued normalisation of ties can lead to mutually beneficial outcomes'—Jaishankar in Beijing
Hans India
3 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Applications for National Startup Awards open to recognise startups driving innovation
New Delhi: The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has opened applications for the fifth edition of the National Startup Awards (NSA), a flagship initiative under the Startup India programme. In line with the government's vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and the goal of a five-trillion-dollar economy, Startup India supports startups through initiatives such as startup recognition, tax exemptions, regulatory ease, funding access, and capacity building, according to a Commerce Ministry statement. 'Startups applying to NSA are evaluated through a rigorous multi-stage process involving eligibility screening, sectoral shortlisting, and assessment by expert panels comprising industry leaders, investors, academicians, and government officials. DPIIT leads the execution, with active involvement from concerned ministries and departments to ensure that winners reflect national priorities and sectoral diversity,' said the ministry. NSA covers a wide range of domains including agriculture, clean energy, fintech, aerospace, health, education, cybersecurity, and accessibility, among others. Each edition introduces new categories to align with evolving challenges and opportunities. NSA recognition serves as a mark of national credibility, enabling winners to access partnerships, investors, policy support, global visibility, and mentoring opportunities. Several past winners have gone on to influence policy, receive major grants, and expand their footprint internationally. Launched in 2016, Startup India has transformed India's entrepreneurial landscape, fostering innovation and empowering youth, women, students, and first-time founders, particularly from tTier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Over 1.75 lakh startups have been recognised by DPIIT so far, representing nearly every district in India and spanning diverse sectors including agriculture, health, education, energy, and deep tech. To celebrate and spotlight high-impact ventures, DPIIT launched the National Startup Awards in 2019. The awards recognise not just commercial success but also social impact, sustainability, and scalability. The most recent edition received over 2,300 applications, reflecting the deepening reach and growing reputation of the initiative.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Gold holds ground with spotlight on US inflation data
Gold inched higher on Tuesday as traders awaited the release of U.S. inflation data later in the day that could shed more light on the Federal Reserve's interest rate path. FUNDAMENTALS by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 이 게임은 대부분의 TV 프로그램보다 더 재미있어요 – 게다가 무료예요. Raid: Shadow Legends 플레이하기 Undo * Spot gold was up 0.1% at $3,348.35 per ounce, as of 0101 GMT. U.S. gold futures were steady at $3,357.30. * Traders' focus now shifts to U.S. consumer price data for June, due at 1230 GMT on Tuesday. * Economists polled by Reuters expect headline inflation to increase to 2.7% on an annual basis, up from 2.4% in the prior month. Core inflation is expected to rise to 3.0%, from 2.8%. Live Events * U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday renewed his attacks on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, saying interest rates should be at 1% or lower. * Powell has said that he expects inflation to increase this summer as a result of tariffs, which is seen keeping the U.S. central bank on hold until later this year. * Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 30% tariff on imports from Mexico and the European Union starting on August 1, after weeks of negotiations with the major U.S. trading partners failed to reach a comprehensive trade deal. * Markets are pricing in 50 basis points of rate cuts by year-end, with the first reduction expected in September. * Gold, often considered as a safe-haven asset during times of economic uncertainties, tends to do well in a low-interest-rate environment. * Fed Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack said on Monday she sees no imminent need to lower rates right now, given that inflation is still too high. * Spot silver gained 0.1% to $38.15 per ounce, after hitting its highest level since September 2011 on Monday. Platinum eased 0.1% to $1,362.55 and palladium slipped 1% to $1,182.25. DATA/EVENTS (GMT) 0200 China Urban Investment (YTD) YY, Retail Sales YY, Unemp Rate Urban Area June 0200 China GDP YY Q2 0900 Germany ZEW Economic Sentiment, ZEW Current Conditions July 1000 EU Reserve Assets Total June 1230 US Core CPI MM, SA June 1230 US Core CPI YY, NSA June 1230 US CPI MM, SA June 1230 US CPI YY, NSA June 1230 US CPI Wage Earner June.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
In Tarn Taran, stakes go beyond bypoll for jailed MP Amritpal Singh's party
Tarn Taran: For NSA detainee and Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh 's father, Tarsem Singh, his party's interest in contesting the Tarn Taran assembly seat bypoll is both symbolic and strategic. "Bhai Amritpal's followers want his party to contest to express support for him and his cause," he says. The seat, left vacant after the death of AAP MLA Dr Kashmir Singh Sohal, has emerged as a critical political test for Tarsem — not just for votes, but for sentiment. Amritpal, lodged in Assam's Dibrugarh jail under the National Security Act (NSA), had secured a surprise victory in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Khadoor Sahib despite being incarcerated. One of the nine assembly segments under the Khadoor Sahib constituency is Tarn Taran, where Amritpal received 44,703 votes in 2024. The math, Tarsem believes, favours Akali Dal (Waris Punjab De). In the 2022 assembly elections, Dr Sohal had won by getting around 52,000 votes. But numbers are only part of the equation. For 'Team Amritpal', the bypoll is about maintaining symbolic momentum. The panthic image cultivated by Amritpal — with clear echoes of the slain militant leader Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale — is central to his appeal. Amritpal came to prominence in Sep 2022, controversially taking charge of Waris Punjab De, a group founded by the late actor-activist Deep Sidhu. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Upto 15% Discount for Salaried Individuals ICICI Pru Life Insurance Plan Get Quote Undo His hardline image, vocal support for Khalistan, and a campaign urging youth to reject drugs and modern vices earned him mass attention and state scrutiny. The breaking point came in Feb 2023, when he and his supporters carried the Guru Granth Sahib — considered the living Guru in Sikhism — to Ajnala police station in Amritsar to free an aide. This act, seen by many as sacrilegious, triggered a statewide crackdown. After evading arrest for 35 days, he was captured in Rode — the same village Bhindranwale hailed from — and subsequently jailed in Assam. Yet, in 2024, his Lok Sabha win was widely interpreted as a public rebuke of the govt's crackdown. Keeping Amritpal's panthic image in mind, Waris Punjab De initially approached Paramjit Kaur Khalra, widow of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, to contest the bypoll, but she declined. Focus then shifted to Satwant Kaur, who is part of the five-member committee opposing Sukhbir Badal's hold on Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD). Waris Punjab De is banking on its panthic image in the bypoll. Tarn Taran's tilet for panthic candidates is visible in the last five assembly elections. The seat elected Shiromani Akali Dal's (SAD) Harmeet Singh Sandhu in 2002, 2007 and 2012. In the last two elections, he lost, but was a close second, as he got 45,156 votes in 2017 and 39,347 in 2022. AAP, for its part, is banking on governance and development. Party spokesperson Shashivir Sharma said, "We have our work to show for it. Our high command will present a strong and dedicated candidate focused on the development of Tarn Taran. What other parties do is their own business." While the date of the bypoll is yet to be announced, Khalsa University vice-chancellor Mehal Singh remarked that development and drug eradication would likely outweigh identity politics. "There was a time when people voted for Amritpal, but that may not be repeated," he said. Box Both ran anti-drug campaigns Both AAP and Amritpal have placed anti-drugs campaigns at the heart of their messaging — though the methods differed. AAP recently launched a broad crackdown on the drug trade, while Amritpal's grassroots campaign in 2022-2023 urged youth to embrace traditional Sikh values and reject addiction. Ultimately, for Amritpal's party, the stakes go beyond one seat. Winning Tarn Taran would be a step toward consolidating Amritpal's symbolic authority and sustaining a panthic narrative. For his opponents, the bypoll will be a litmus test of how deep his influence really runs and whether it ends at the prison gates.
