Zhu Rongji, former premier of China and architect of 1990s market reforms, has died at age 97. His legacy remains a polarizing mix of vast wealth creation and lasting vulnerabilities.
Mao Zedong's 1929 Gutian meeting and his 1938 declaration that "the party commands the gun" established a foundational principle for the Communist Party's control over China's military, a bedrock that remains nearly a century later.
The 2023 midterm elections pose high stakes for Trump's presidency, as a predicted Democratic House majority could lead to two years of investigations and a potential third impeachment, with Decision Desk HQ forecasting a 224-211 Democratic majority.
Former West Bengal minister Aroop Biswas wrote to HDFC Bank requesting a freeze on the party's account until authorities decide control. This comes after he was removed as treasurer and is being probed for 'Messigate'.
Former West Bengal minister Aroop Biswas wrote to HDFC Bank requesting a freeze on the party's account until authorities decide control. The account reportedly holds Rs 535 crore. Biswas was recently removed as treasurer.
G Parameshwara's appointment as deputy CM in Karnataka's Congress government brings back memories of past power struggles within the party, particularly between him and CM DK Shivakumar, and previously with Siddaramaiah.
G Parameshwara's appointment as deputy CM in Karnataka's DK Shivakumar government recalls past Congress power struggles in the state. This move aims to balance caste and factional interests, pacifying Parameshwara, a prominent Dalit leader and former CM contender.
Florida lawmakers approved new congressional maps in a 21-17 vote that could help Republicans gain up to four House seats in November's midterm elections. Governor Ron DeSantis is expected to sign the measure into law. The approval came hours after the US Supreme Court limited considerations of racial makeup in redistricting, part of a national redistricting arms race including Texas, California and Virginia.
