3 Things Manipur CM resigns, cash prizes axed for athletes, and PM Modi in France
Feb 11, 2025
Sukrita Baruah, a skilled reporter for The Indian Express, discusses the resignation of Manipur's Chief Minister amid ongoing ethnic strife, shedding light on political crises and community unrest. Mihir Vasavda, a co-host and reporter, explores the controversial decision by the Sports Ministry to discontinue cash prizes for junior athletes, emphasizing its implications for motivation and integrity in sports. Finally, they touch on Prime Minister Modi's visit to France, focusing on the collaboration in Artificial Intelligence policies and civil nuclear initiatives.
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Biren Singh Resignation
- Manipur's Chief Minister, N. Biren Singh, resigned after 2 years of ethnic conflict.
- Public discontent and pressure from dissident MLAs led to his removal, despite initial central government support.
Junior Athlete Awards Axed
- India's Sports Ministry stopped cash awards for junior athletes.
- This aims to curb doping and age fraud, shifting focus from junior wins to senior-level transitions.
Modi at AI Summit
- PM Modi co-chaired the AI Action Summit with French President Emmanuel Macron.
- The summit aims to establish an AI foundation focused on global south interests, reflecting India's growing tech influence.