Oct 9, 2026
Is liberal democracy facing a crisis of legitimacy? Why are voters losing faith in established political parties, and what is driving the global rise of populism?In this candid conversation, Professor Francis Fukuyama, Senior Fellow at Stanford University’s Freeman Spogli Institute, examines the widening divide between political elites and ordinary citizens. He argues that established parties have become too comfortable, failing to deliver the results and recognition people expect.Fukuyama, renowned for The End of History and the Last Man, explores the importance of dignity, identity, belonging and community in modern politics. As democracies grapple with public disillusionment and political polarisation, can India chart a distinctive path in a changing global order?Can democratic institutions regain public trust? Is populism a symptom of deeper failures in governance? And what lessons can India offer the world?Watch The Hard Facts for this in-depth discussion with Francis Fukuyama on democracy, populism, political legitimacy and India’s place in global politics.Subscribe to News18 for more interviews, analysis and global affairs coverage. n18oc-the-hard-factsn18oc_indiaNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
The Delhi Police issued a traffic advisory on Friday ahead of the planned demonstration at Jantar Mantar on Saturday, October 10.
Delhi is on high alert ahead of the October 10 protest over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), student groups and opposition leaders are demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging irregularities in the electoral roll revision process.Delhi Police has denied permission for the planned Jantar Mantar gathering, citing procedural and public-order concerns. Authorities announced restrictions affecting 57 Metro stations and rail services, with more than 23,000 security personnel reportedly deployed. The Supreme Court has raised concerns over the impact of sweeping transport restrictions and called for Metro and train services to operate in a regulated manner rather than face a complete shutdown. Latest reportsIs Delhi witnessing necessary security precautions—or a disproportionate response to political dissent? Why are protesters demanding Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation? And what does the SIR controversy mean for voter rights and electoral accountability? n18oc_the-hard-factsn18oc_indiaNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
Delhi High Court orders virtual hearings at Patiala House and Rouse Avenue courts ahead of the CJP’s protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation.
The days of worrying about what to wear on a first date may be over - as what you've eaten beforehand could be just as important, according to a nutritionist.
JNU professor, terminated amid a sexual harassment inquiry, has challenged the action and questioned whether due process under the POSH Act was followed.
An image of Mars taken by NASA has sparked theories that the agency captured ruins of a lost civilization on the Red Planet.
INDIA bloc leaders met President Droupadi Murmu and submitted a memorandum over their allegations against the Election Commission.
Entrepreneurs, investors and policymakers came together in a star-studded event to honour the best of Indian entrepreneurship at the ET Startup Awards 2026 in Bengaluru.
Vote counting for six high-stakes by-elections across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam and Puducherry began on Friday, October 9.
