The Daily Journal

  On May 1st, the world takes a moment to honor International Labour Day—a powerful reminder of the struggles, sacrifices, and triumphs that workers have experienced over generations. This day is a celebration of everything from the historical fight for better working conditions to modern efforts that continue to ensure dignity, fairness, and respect in every workplace. The celebration goes far beyond a day off; it is a call to recognize the contributions workers make to our communities, economies, and our collective future. The Historical Roots of May Day International Labour Day has its roots in the tumultuous period of the late 19th century, when workers in industrial cities rallied against long hours, unsafe conditions, and unjust labor practices. These brave individuals—whose struggles culminated in events like the 1886 Haymarket affair in Chicago—demanded change and an end to the exploitation they faced daily. Their courage and resilience paved the way for the labor rights a...

Vietnam's Journey to Independence: A Legacy of Resilience Vietnam’s history is a saga of enduring spirit—a continuous quest for self-determination that has sculpted one of the most distinctive national identities in Asia. From ancient kingdoms fighting to preserve their culture against persistent foreign domination to modern heroes who risked everything to reclaim their homeland, the struggle for Vietnam’s independence is a story of resilience and unwavering patriotism. Early Struggles and the Spirit of Self-Determination The roots of Vietnam’s desire for independence delve deep into its early history. For centuries, Vietnamese people asserted their cultural and political identity even as they grappled with intermittent occupations and influences—most notably from China. Over nearly a millennium of Chinese domination, the resilience of Vietnamese society emerged through legendary battles and the forging of unique traditions. Leaders from various dynasties kindled the enduring flam...

  Though Indian agencies have not established a Hamas link to the Pahalgam attack, it closely resembles the 7 October 2023 Hamas strike on Israel that led to all-out was Precisely 75 days since senior Hamas leaders were seen in public at a high-profile rally and conference in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK)—an event that also saw the top leadership from terror outfits such as Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Lashkar-e-Mustafa (LeM)—Jammu and Kashmir witnessed its most lethal civilian-targeted  terror attack  in more than two decades. The attack at  Pahalgam  left over two dozen people dead, including an Israeli and an Italian national. The official figure may also rise, as the government has yet to give details about the casualties. The terrorists used the route from Poonch that is nearest to the site where the conference was conducted, sources added. Though Indian central agencies have not established conclusive proof or a link of direct or indirect involve...

  The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition filed by NGO Abhinav Bharat Congress, which sought the apex court's powers under Article 142 of the Indian Constitution to be granted to the high courts. Article 142 of the Constitution empowers the Supreme Court to pass “any decree or order necessary for doing complete justice in any case or matter pending before it” within the country. A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan wondered how the court could allow such a petition. “How can we grant such prayer? It requires an amendment to the Constitution. You go to Parliament. Prayer made in this petition is completely misconceived. Power conferred under Article 142 of the Constitution is only on this court and not the high courts. Therefore, we cannot allow high court to exercise power of this court under Article 142,” the bench said. Most recent use of Article 142 The top court last exercised its power under Article 142 in the case brought by the Tamil Nadu government ag...

  China warns countries against striking deals at its expense, comes as India–US trade talks gather pace China’s warning of retaliation against countries seen aligning with the US efforts to isolate Beijing must be viewed through the lens of global supply chain realities, said Ajay Srivastava, former trade officer and head of the think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). Just days before Indian trade negotiators are due to visit the United States on  April 23 to advance trade deal discussions, China has cautioned countries against entering into trade agreements with the US at its expense. The warning coincides with US President JD Vance beginning his four-day visit to India on Monday. “China firmly opposes any party reaching a deal at the expense of China’s interests. If this happens, China will not accept it and will resolutely take reciprocal countermeasures,” the Chinese Ministry of Commerce said in a statement. The warning comes amid a renewed escalation in the ...