Daily Brief: How ‘Mother of democracy’, ‘Vishwaguru’ rhetoric is a buffer against Western criticism of India, and more

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  • 25 May, 2023

How ‘Mother of democracy’, ‘Vishwaguru’ rhetoric is a buffer against Western criticism of India

Western liberal democracies may be in a bind where criticism or praise of India only serves to further bolster the image of Narendra Modi.

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As Samir Wankhede faces corruption charges, recalling the political frenzy over Aryan Khan’s arrest

At the time, BJP supporters had attacked Khan after his arrest by a Central agency.

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Australian PM rejects claim that Modi is a ‘bit of a tyrant’

Two news channels questioned Anthony Albanese about sharing the stage with the Indian prime minister a day after they held a public rally in Sydney.

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Ganges Water Treaty up for renewal in 2026, Bangladesh must negotiate better deal with India

Bangladesh’s demand for freshwater is increasing fast while the climate change and pollution has changed the scenario, 27 years after the pact was inked.

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This book tells the story of the Tamil queen who led an army of women against the East India Company

An excerpt from ‘Warrior Queen of Sivaganga: The Legend of Rani Velu Nachiyar’, by Shubendra.

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‘Agra’ isn’t for the faint-hearted – and director Kanu Behl won’t have it any other way

The ‘Titli’ director’s psychosexual drama has been premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.

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Hockey: Indian vice-captain Deep Grace Ekka — ‘Team needs strong defence to win Asian Games’

India are looking to end their tour of Australia by winning the two matches against the Australian A team.

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Rush Hour podcast: Indian-origin ‘Hitler admirer’ arrested for trying to kill US president

A wrap of the day’s top developments.

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