DECCAN INQUIRER e news bi-weekly EDITOR: NAGARAJA.M.R .... VOL.22 .. .ISSUE...19……05/03/2026 Henry Kissinger's quote, "It may be dangerous to be America's enemy, but to be America's friend is fatal," suggests that aligning with the U.S. can lead to severe consequences, particularly in the context of international relations and political alliances. This statement reflects the complexities and risks involved in being an ally of the United States. The United States Government Is The Biggest Criminal Organisation in the World By Rod Driver “Since the end of the Second World War the United States has attempted to overthrow more than 50 foreign governments and to crush more than 30 populist- nationalist movements struggling against intolerable regimes. In the process, the US has caused the end of life for several million people, and condemned many millions more to a life of agony and despair” (William Blum(1)). William Blum was an employee of the US state department...
DECCAN INQUIRER e news bi-weekly EDITOR: NAGARAJA.M.R .... VOL.22 .. .ISSUE...18……01/03/2026 World Organization Against Torture flags India as “high risk” country for police torture: Some reflections On the UN’s International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, we reflect on a recent report by a global alliance of anti-torture organisations which scored India as ‘high risk’ overall. Between India’s refusal to ratify the Convention Against Torture and the downgrading of the NHRC, the country is facing a critical moment in its human rights stature. THIS YEAR HAS PROVEN TO BE A SOBERING ONE for the Indian police with several reports revealing their unconstitutional and torturous attitude. The Status of Policing in India report 2025 put forth an alarming data about the police officers' stand on torture. As per the report, majority of the police officers justify and admit to using torture as a means during interrogation and investigation. The India Justice Report 20...