3 Things The Catch Up: 4 August
Aug 4, 2025
This discussion delves into major national and global news from August 4th. It highlights the death of a prominent Indian politician and details a Supreme Court defamation case. The tensions between the US and India over Russian oil supply are examined, alongside tragic migration incidents and alarming weather conditions in Taiwan. The podcast captures the essence of a world facing pressing challenges.
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Shibu Soren's Legacy
- Shibu Soren, founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, died at 81 after battling kidney issues in Delhi hospital.
- He was key to Jharkhand's statehood in 2003 and known as a tribal land defender.
SC Upholds Free Speech
- The Supreme Court halted criminal defamation against Rahul Gandhi for comments on the Galwan clash.
- This marks judicial balancing of free speech and public accountability in sensitive defense matters.
India's Energy Ties Scrutinized
- Stephen Miller accused India of indirectly funding Russia's war by buying Russian oil.
- This controversy strains US-India relations despite India being a key Indo-Pacific ally.