Mpox Resurgence: Need for Global Coordination and Vaccine Equity

MPOX, formerly known as monkeypox until the WHO renamed it in November 2022 to avoid stigma, is resurging, particularly in Africa. On August 14, 2024, WHO declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) due to a sharp rise in cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and neighbouring countries, including Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda. This is the second time in history (the first being in 2022 also for mpox) that a PHEIC has been declared for a DNA virus outbreak, highlighting the urgent need for coordinated global efforts to control the virus.

Jammu And Kashmir Elections: Renewed Hope in Kulgam

THE red flags have returned with renewed enthusiasm following the much-awaited announcement of elections in J&K, as people anticipate the restoration of democracy, especially after the events of 2019. MY Tarigami, CPI(M) leader and four-time MLA from Kulgam, filed his nomination papers on August 27.Before filing his nomination papers, he addressed several rallies in the Kulgam constituency. One such rally, dedicated to the ‘Youth of Kulgam,’ saw a large turnout at the CPI(M) office.

Fascism in Practice: The Israeli Police Decides to Close Down the Headquarters of the Communist Party in Haifa

ISRAEL and Ben Gvir's police have just decided to shut the headquarters of the Communist Party in Haifa for ten hours starting at 19:00 this evening (August 26, 2024).

Earlier, the police summoned Comrade Reem Hazan for the second time this afternoon and conducted an investigation with her and decided to close the party's headquarters in order to prevent the screening of Muhammad Bakri's new film "Janein Jenin" and the launching of an activity against the aggressive war on Gaza.

Can Europe Break Out of the NATO War in Ukraine?

THERE need not have been a war in Ukraine. The Russian government had made it clear almost two decades ago that it would not tolerate the expansion of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) eastward. In 1990, before the fall of the USSR and when the two parts of Germany had negotiated their unification, it had been made clear to the Soviets that NATO would not go beyond the eastern border of Germany. After the fall of the USSR in 1991, NATO violated that agreement and began to absorb states along the border of Russia.

Tripura Devastated by Floods: Communists Step Up with Robust Relief Efforts

EXCEPTIONALLY heavy rainfall in Tripura for 3-4 days from August 19 onwards caused havoc for nearly half of the total population in the state. So far, 32 people have been reported killed, mostly due to landslides and being washed away by the furious river currents. As of August 24, about 1.5 lakh people had taken shelter in 556 camps throughout the state, mostly in school buildings, other government premises, clubhouses, and even CPI(M) offices.

Remove Provision Blocking Regularisation of Contractual Workers in Karnataka: CITU

THE Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) submitted a memorandum to Karnataka chief minister S Siddaramaiah on August 22, regarding the Karnataka Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes (Reservation of Appointments (Amendment) Act, 2024. While the CITU acknowledges the positive aspects of the amendment, which includes provisions for reservations for SC, ST, and OBC candidates in outsourced jobs within government departments and public sector undertakings (PSUs), it has expressed significant concerns over a specific proviso in the legislation.

Withdraw Haryana Contractual Employees Ordinance: CITU

ON August 23, 2024, the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) voiced strong opposition to the Haryana Contractual Employees (Security of Service) Ordinance, which was promulgated on August 14, 2024.

WB: Memorial Meeting for Com Buddhadeb Bhattacharya

"THE dreams of Buddhadeb Bhattacharya live on!" This declaration was made by CPI(M) leaders during a memorial meeting held at Netaji Indoor Stadium on August 22, to honor the former chief minister and Polit Bureau member of the Party, Comrade Buddhadeb Bhattacharya. Party state secretary Mohammad Salim passionately stated that Bhattacharya's ideals inspired a generation to devote their talents to building a better West Bengal.

Rising Communal Tensions in Assam

THE CPI(M) Assam state committee, on August 28, expressed deep concern over the rising tensions among various communities in the state over the past two weeks, noting a significant decline in law and order. It highlighted that certain organisations have unfairly blamed entire communities for specific incidents, thereby exacerbating tensions and spreading hatred.In Sivasagar, tensions were heightened by accusations against the Marwari community following a heinous assault, leading thousands to protest in the streets.

AIKS Demands Adequate Relief to Tripura Flood Victims

TRIPURA has been hit by unprecedented rainfall during the period August 19-23, 2024 leading to the most devastating floods in recent times. Thirty one people have been killed and some are reported missing. AIKS, in a statement issued on August 29, has condoled the loss of lives and expressed its solidarity with their families. There has been widespread loss of crops, cattle and massive damage to houses.

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