WHAT IS MARXISM
Why Slovenian philosopher Slavoj Žižek wants Donald Trump to survive? And it's not what you think
Slavoj Žižek recently shared in an interview why he fears the rise of JD Vance over Donald Trump. While Trump’s chaotic leadership may be unpredictable, Žižek argues that Vance’s cold, efficient style could be far more dangerous. For Žižek, Trump’s unpredictability might at least offer transparency, whereas Vance’s calculated approach could hide more sinister motives.
Trump seeks apology from Harvard, issues tax threat after university rejects his demands
Donald Trump threatened to revoke Harvard's tax-exempt status following its rejection of demands to overhaul academic programs. This action is part of a broader rebuke of universities regarding pro-Palestinian protests, with accusations of antisemitism and ideological bias. Harvard, along with other institutions, faces funding cuts and legal challenges amidst debates over academic freedom and government overreach.
'Must be born after 2000; be tall, slim': Professor with Rs 1 crore annual income sparks outrage with his criteria for life partner
A university professor's high standards for a romantic partner have sparked heated debates, drawing parallels to historical consort selection. Lou, from Zhejiang University, detailed specific physical, educational, and socioeconomic criteria for his potential partner. The university distanced itself from the comments amid public backlash.
Delhi sees patterns in attacks, slams Dhaka; RSS highlights attacks on Puja
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urges Hindus to overcome their differences and unify. He warns of a 'deep state' trying to create discord in India. Emphasizing unity, Bhagwat cites the plight of Hindus in Bangladesh as a warning. He calls for strength to avoid being targeted and suggests Indian government support for oppressed Hindus in Bangladesh.
Who is Kamala Harris' father Donald Harris who Trump accused of being a Marxist in the debate
In a debate, the former president Donald Trump charged Vice President Kamala Harris with Marxist views, drawing a connection between her and her father, economist Donald Harris. Notably, Kamala Harris has consistently distanced herself from Marxist philosophy and defended capitalism.
Communism as a fling: N.R. Narayana Murthy's ideological journey and lessons for today's youth
Some thought Marxism would die after the collapse of the USSR. But they were wrong. Every year, close to a billion youngsters reach the age of 20. Like the young Murthy, they will be attracted to socialism and its emphasis on equality. Like him, they will have to learn of its unexpected consequences.
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Far from having socialist leanings, Babasaheb believed Adam (Smith) could be infused with Ambedkar
A new biography by Shashi Tharoor ticks all the usual Ambedkar boxes. It also recounts a Parsi man, Naval Bhathena, who was Ambedkar's roommate at Columbia University, who also doubled as his 'ATM'. Prior to this encounter, two benevolent rajas are known to have helped Ambedkar - Siyajirao Gayakwad of Baroda, and Shahuji Maharaj of Kolhapur. Tharoor introduces us to this third benefactor.
Chinese President Xi on course for record 3rd term; Premier Li dropped in major shake-up
Xi, 69, who was elected to the powerful Central Committee by Congress despite crossing the official retirement age of 68 and completing 10-year tenure, will get re-elected as the General Secretary of the party on Sunday for a record third-term - a privilege only accorded to party founder Mao Zedong.
Xi Jinping strikes belligerent tone at CPC centenary, says China won't be bullied by any 'foreign force'
Both former US president Donald Trump and his successor Joe Biden have pursued a hardline policy towards China, targeting it on several fronts including trade, human rights and the origins of the COVID-19, which first emerged in the central Chinese city of Wuhan before becoming a pandemic.
China prepares for Communist Party centenary in secret
Since the rise of party leader Xi Jinping in 2012, China has grown increasingly assertive over its territorial claims in the South China Sea and in its drive to expand internationally through the Belt and Road initiative, which has built ports, power stations, train lines and other infrastructure overseas.
Long Live Socialism & Mamata Banerjee!
The marriage — not of convenience — between these two has our best wishes
View: Why India needs to scrap its sedition law
Sedition law was enacted by the British to suppress any Indian dissent. This colonial relic cries out for abolition.
China cracks down on CPC officials in Tibet having religious beliefs, secret links with Dalai Lama
So far three officials have been expelled from the party and 10 others received warning, the report said.
Stop saying volatility is a bad thing
The simple fact is the recent swings are closer to what is considered normal, and investors should be thankful.
It was untenable for me to continue, but party asked me to stay: Yechury
After the party’s Central Committee rejected his proposal to collaborate with Congress as part of a grand secular democratic force, Yechury said he would take the fight to the finish at the Party Congress,
Caste system is undemocratic and outdated: Dalai Lama
The Dalai Lama was on a two-day visit to Odisha during which he was honoured with the 10th Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) Humanitarian Award.
Don't vote on the basis of caste: RSS joint general secretary Krishna Gopal
Lamenting that differences due to caste are deep in our country, the RSS pointsman for BJP said discrimination on basis of caste is a social evil
When Bombay Stock Exchange CEO Ashish Chauhan received IIM Calcutta’s highest honour
While accepting the award, Chauhan spoke of what took him to the institute in the first place
Reunification of Left an urgent necessity: CPI
"Our party is for reunification of the Communist movement on principle basis and it should be done as early as possible so that it can bring in some new confidence."
Jawaharlal Nehru University was never a bastion of open debate
The argument was that universities are natural centres of heretical and unconventional views and that the authorities should not overreact.
Aspirant prime ministers often forget the first rule of Delhi: the Centre can only be ruled from the centre
Rule from the centre pre-empts the biggest danger to India, civil wars along the frontlines of caste and religion.
Sunday ET: Why Marxists retain some relevance in the subcontinent culturally, if not politically
Marxists, Maoists, Leninists, Trotskyists all are welcome under the broad Incredible India umbrella.
Triumph of Guangdong model over Chongqing model in China
The 'Guangdong model', at least in theory, put a premium on 'unity', 'stability' and 'social harmony, the catchphrases of the current CPC leadership led by Hu Jintao and Wen Jiabao.
The notion that the battle for markets in China was easy is wrong, Deng Xiaoping acted against heavy odds
Notwithstanding India's progress in poverty reduction, few disagree that China created the world's fastest poverty-reduction programme.
Mamata Banerjee declares war on maoists
Mamata upped the ante in her quasi-political fight with Maoists of Jangalmahal. She threatened them with bullets for bullets.
Through the third eye: Is DMK considering pulling out of UPA govt
Even as the DMK leadership is trying to recover from the shock of denial of bail to Kanimozhi, the party is finding itself fighting another fire.
Jyoti Basu: A true leader
People looked up to him, cheered him, emulated him but kept a respectful distance from him because he was someone special.
A spectre is haunting us...
...It's the spectre of Marx via Ayatollah; a spectre haunting capitalism.
I am an honest friend of China: Dalai Lama
The spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, the Dalai Lama, believes that he is an honest friend of China and describes himself as pro-Chinese.
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