<p>India’s opposition Congress party on Tuesday (Apr 16) rebuked India’s ambassador to Ireland Akhilesh Mishra for “attacking” opposition parties and “breaching” service rules. The party has also sought Mishra’s removal from the post for his “disgraceful” behaviour.</p>

<p>The opposition attack&nbsp;came after Mishra, while responding to an editorial published in the Irish Times, a local media outlet, criticised previous governments and praised the administration of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.</p>

<h2><strong>‘Controversial’ rejoinder by ambassador Mishra</strong></h2>

<p>The Irish Times in its editorial titled “Modi tightens his grip”, dated April 11, had accused the Modi administration of a “widespread crackdown on free speech and opposition parties”.</p>

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<p>“India’s democratic credentials have been severely tarnished,” the editorial read, citing Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest and the partial freezing of Congress’ bank accounts.</p>

<p>It also accused PM Modi of stoking anti-Muslim sentiments by embracing Hindu nationalism.</p>

<h2><strong>Mishra’s reply</strong></h2>

<p>Indian envoy Akhilesh Mishra wrote a “rejoinder” in response to the editorial and wrote, "PM Modi enjoys unprecedented popularity and profile not only in India but globally because of his impeccable personal character and integrity and thought-leadership on innovative, inclusive governance and sustainable development."</p>

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<p>In his reply, Mishra then targeted previous governments by accusing them of creating a “deeply entrenched ecosystem of corruption.”</p>

<p>"The fight against the deeply entrenched ecosystem of corruption (created by the 55-year-old rule, including the first 30 years, by a single dynastic party in India) is a major factor behind Modi's ever-growing popularity," he wrote.</p>

<h2><strong>Congress’&nbsp;strong objection</strong></h2>

<p>Now, Congress has accused Mishra of breaching his professional norms by acting as a party apparatchik (someone who works for a government or a political party and always obeys orders).</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Ambassador <a href="https://twitter.com/AkhileshIFS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AkhileshIFS</a>’s rejoinder to <a href="https://twitter.com/IrishTimes?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IrishTimes</a>' highly biased &amp; prejudiced editorial [Modi tightens his grip” April 11, 2024)], casting aspersion on Prime Minister of India, Shri <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a>, Indian democracy, law enforcement institutions &amp; “Hindu-majority” people of India. <a href="https://t.co/Oh5rFly92Z">pic.twitter.com/Oh5rFly92Z</a></p>
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<p>“Defending the Government of India is one thing and is to be expected. But to attack Opposition parties openly in this manner like a party apparatchik is not expected from an Ambassador even if he be a political appointment,” senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh wrote on X.</p>

<p>“This is unprofessional and disgraceful behaviour on his part-but is par for the Modi course I guess,” he added, saying, “This Ambassador is actually a career diplomat which makes his comments even more shameful, disgraceful and completely unacceptable.”</p>


India’s opposition Congress party on Tuesday (Apr 16) rebuked India’s ambassador to Ireland Akhilesh Mishra for “attacking” opposition parties and “breaching” service rules.

India’s opposition Congress party on Tuesday (Apr 16) rebuked India’s ambassador to Ireland Akhilesh Mishra for “attacking” opposition parties and “breaching” service rules. The party has also sought Mishra’s removal from the post for his “disgraceful” behaviour. The opposition attack came after Mishra, while responding to an editorial published in the Irish Times, a local media outlet, criticised previous governments and praised the administration of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ‘Controversial’ rejoinder by ambassador Mishra The Irish Times in its editorial titled “Modi tightens his grip”, dated April 11, had accused the Modi administration of a “widespread crackdown on free speech and opposition parties”. Also read: India: Jailed separatist leader Nayeem Khan’s brother, Muneer, to contest Lok Sabha polls “India’s democratic credentials have been severely tarnished,” the editorial read, citing Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest and the partial freezing of Congress’ bank accounts. It also accused PM Modi of stoking anti-Muslim sentiments by embracing Hindu nationalism. Mishra’s reply Indian envoy Akhilesh Mishra wrote a “rejoinder” in response to the editorial and wrote, "PM Modi enjoys unprecedented popularity and profile not only in India but globally because of his impeccable personal character and integrity and thought-leadership on innovative, inclusive governance and sustainable development." Watch: Why 2024 elections will be second longest in India's history? × In his reply, Mishra then targeted previous governments by accusing them of creating a “deeply entrenched ecosystem of corruption.” "The fight against the deeply entrenched ecosystem of corruption (created by the 55-year-old rule, including the first 30 years, by a single dynastic party in India) is a major factor behind Modi's ever-growing popularity," he wrote. Congress’ strong objection Now, Congress has accused Mishra of breaching his professional norms by acting as a party apparatchik (someone who works for a government or a political party and always obeys orders). Ambassador @AkhileshIFS’s rejoinder to @IrishTimes' highly biased & prejudiced editorial [Modi tightens his grip” April 11, 2024)], casting aspersion on Prime Minister of India, Shri @narendramodi, Indian democracy, law enforcement institutions & “Hindu-majority” people of India. pic.twitter.com/Oh5rFly92Z — India in Ireland (Embassy of India, Dublin) (@IndiainIreland) April 15, 2024 × “Defending the Government of India is one thing and is to be expected. But to attack Opposition parties openly in this manner like a party apparatchik is not expected from an Ambassador even if he be a political appointment,” senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh wrote on X. “This is unprofessional and disgraceful behaviour on his part-but is par for the Modi course I guess,” he added, saying, “This Ambassador is actually a career diplomat which makes his comments even more shameful, disgraceful and completely unacceptable.”

India’s ambassador to Ireland slammed for ‘attacking’ opposition, Congress demands removal

<p>The Irish Times has removed an article which was submitted to it by a hoaxer who used artificial intelligence (AI). Issuing an apology on its website on Sunday (May 14), The Irish Times said the article headlined- "Irish women’s obsession with fake tan is problematic"- was written by someone purporting to be a young immigrant woman in the country. The article made an argument which has been aired in other countries but related it to the Irish context.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Over the course of several days, the author engaged with the relevant editorial desk - taking suggestions for edits on board, offering personal anecdotes and supplying links to relevant research. All of this was taken in good faith, and the article was published online on Thursday morning (May 11)," The Irish Times said in its apology.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The publication added that less than 24 hours after the article was published, it became aware that the column might not have been genuine.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"It now appears that the article and the accompanying byline photo may have been produced, at least in part, using generative AI technology. It was a hoax; the person we were corresponding with was not who they claimed to be. We had fallen victim to a deliberate and coordinated deception," The Irish Times further said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a report by The Guardian on Monday, The Irish Times ran the opinion piece from a contributor bylined as Adriana Acosta-Cortez. The article accused Irish women who used fake tan of mocking those with naturally dark skin.</p>

<p>The writer Adriana Acosta-Cortez was identified as a &nbsp;29-year-old Ecuadorian health worker who lived in north Dublin. The article started with this line- “Dear Irish women, we need to talk about fake tan.” It said that women who artificially darkened their skin were donning exotic costumes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Fake tan represents more than just an innocuous cosmetic choice; it raises questions of cultural appropriation and fetishisation of the high melanin content found in more pigmented people,” it further said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The article was the second-most-read story in The Irish Times. The Guardian reported that a day after the article was published, a Twitter account in Acosta-Cortez's name posted a tweet, criticising the publication.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Irish Times genuinely sad that a once respectable news source has degraded themselves with such divisive tripe in order to generate clicks and traffic for their website. You need a better screening process than a believable gmail address," the tweet on May 12 read.&nbsp;</p>

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The Irish Times has removed an article which was submitted to it by a hoaxer who used artificial intelligence (AI). Issuing an apology on its website on Sunday (May 14), The Irish Times said the article headlined- "Irish women’s obsession with fake tan is problematic"- was written by someone purporting to be a young immigrant woman in the country.

The Irish Times has removed an article which was submitted to it by a hoaxer who used artificial intelligence (AI). Issuing an apology on its website on Sunday (May 14), The Irish Times said the article headlined- "Irish women’s obsession with fake tan is problematic"- was written by someone purporting to be a young immigrant woman in the country. The article made an argument which has been aired in other countries but related it to the Irish context. "Over the course of several days, the author engaged with the relevant editorial desk - taking suggestions for edits on board, offering personal anecdotes and supplying links to relevant research. All of this was taken in good faith, and the article was published online on Thursday morning (May 11)," The Irish Times said in its apology. The publication added that less than 24 hours after the article was published, it became aware that the column might not have been genuine. ALSO READ | Explained: AI journalism: Can artificial intelligence replace journalists? "It now appears that the article and the accompanying byline photo may have been produced, at least in part, using generative AI technology. It was a hoax; the person we were corresponding with was not who they claimed to be. We had fallen victim to a deliberate and coordinated deception," The Irish Times further said. According to a report by The Guardian on Monday, The Irish Times ran the opinion piece from a contributor bylined as Adriana Acosta-Cortez. The article accused Irish women who used fake tan of mocking those with naturally dark skin. The writer Adriana Acosta-Cortez was identified as a 29-year-old Ecuadorian health worker who lived in north Dublin. The article started with this line- “Dear Irish women, we need to talk about fake tan.” It said that women who artificially darkened their skin were donning exotic costumes. “Fake tan represents more than just an innocuous cosmetic choice; it raises questions of cultural appropriation and fetishisation of the high melanin content found in more pigmented people,” it further said. https://t.co/UHYCk0lHOe@IrishTimes genuinely sad that a once respectable news source has degraded themselves with such divisive tripe in order to generate clicks and traffic for their website. You need a better screening process than a believable gmail address #buyapaper 🤡 gg — Adriana Acosta-Cortez (@ecuadorian_adri) May 12, 2023 × The article was the second-most-read story in The Irish Times. The Guardian reported that a day after the article was published, a Twitter account in Acosta-Cortez's name posted a tweet, criticising the publication. "The Irish Times genuinely sad that a once respectable news source has degraded themselves with such divisive tripe in order to generate clicks and traffic for their website. You need a better screening process than a believable gmail address," the tweet on May 12 read. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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