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From $100K Visas to Secret AI: Four Stories Hiding in Plain Sight

Representational Image of a Courtroom Created with Adobe Firefly Generative AI. By Rakesh Raman / RMN News Service

From $100K Visas to Secret AI: Four Stories Hiding in Plain Sight These four stories reveal a troubling trend: the systems we rely on—for immigration, information, international justice, and civil services—are being reshaped by opaque forces, whether through exorbitant fees, secret algorithms, or the chasm between technological promise and reality. In an age of constant information, the daily flood of …

RMN Foundation Announces Political Thriller Film Project ‘Smokescreen’ to Champion Voting Rights

A Call to Filmmakers Worldwide: “The Smokescreen” – A Global Political Thriller in the Vein of The Godfather. AI-generated image. By Rakesh Raman / RMN News Service

RMN Foundation Announces Political Thriller Film Project ‘Smokescreen’ to Champion Voting Rights New Cinematic Initiative to Expose Electoral Threats and Empower Voters NEW DELHI – In a major new initiative to protect democracy and uphold electoral integrity, the RMN Foundation has announced a global political thriller film project titled “The Smokescreen.” The film, which is being proposed to filmmakers worldwide, …

Can Trump Bring Justice to Kashmiris Living Under Siege?

Can Trump Bring Justice to Kashmiris Living Under Siege? A Nobel Peace Prize May Depend on It U.S. President Donald Trump. Photo: White House (file photo)

Can Trump Bring Justice to Kashmiris Living Under Siege? A Nobel Peace Prize May Depend on It By RMN Foundation / Human Rights Desk September 15, 2025 Kashmir—once called paradise on Earth—has, for decades, become a symbol of unending suffering for its people, particularly for the persecuted Muslim communities who make up the majority of the population in the region. …

“Smokescreen” Report Alleges Widespread Electoral Manipulation and Democratic Backsliding in India

The Unrest: Representational Image of a Protest Created with Adobe Firefly Generative AI. By RMN News Service

“Smokescreen” Report Alleges Widespread Electoral Manipulation and Democratic Backsliding in India The report concludes that the current political landscape paints a grim picture for India, where nearly 1.4 billion people are described as suffering from “unprecedented poverty, corruption, inflation, unemployment, lawlessness, and religious animosity”. NEW DELHI – September 2025 – RMN Foundation has announced the release of a new political …

Stand Up for Consumer Rights: Join the RMN CRN Movement

RMN Consumer Rights Network. Empowering Consumers, Demanding Accountability.

Stand Up for Consumer Rights: Join the RMN CRN Movement In a world where corporations exploit consumers and authorities often turn a blind eye, the RMN Consumer Rights Network (CRN) has been launched to give every citizen a voice, a platform, and the power to demand justice. New Delhi, India – September 1, 2025 – The RMN Foundation has launched …

Stop Lethal FAR Construction, Corruption, and Pollution in Delhi

Senior citizens in a group housing society of Dwarka in New Delhi urge the government to save them from dust and noise pollution of extended FAR construction activity. Photo and Campaign by Rakesh Raman / RMN News Service (file photo)

Stop Lethal FAR Construction, Corruption, and Pollution in Delhi Illegal floor area ratio (FAR) construction in Delhi housing societies 🏠 Delhi residents: Take action on civic problems like stray cattle and garbage in your residential colonies by registering your complaint at the “Clean House” community-driven free online service. Launched in 2017 by journalist Rakesh Raman, Clean House is a free editorial and advisory …

Punjab’s Land Pooling Policy: A Cruel Land Grab Violating Indian and International Laws

Representational image of protesters protesting in Punjab against the Land Pooling Policy of Punjab Government. Image Created with Grok AI by RMN News Service.

Punjab’s Land Pooling Policy: A Cruel Land Grab Violating Indian and International Laws The RMN Foundation, in its report, labels the policy as a “land-grabbing scheme” that disproportionately harms small and marginal farmers, landless laborers, and rural communities. By Rakesh Raman New Delhi | August 8, 2025 The Punjab government’s Land Pooling Policy, 2025, has sparked widespread outrage among farmers, activists, …

YouTube’s Intrusive Ads Spark Consumer Rights Concerns Over Information Access

YouTube’s Intrusive Ads Violate Your Right to Information! Demand Fair Access. Join RMN Foundation’s Fight for Consumer Rights! Photo: RMN News / RMN Foundation

YouTube’s Intrusive Ads Spark Consumer Rights Concerns Over Information Access The research highlights growing user frustration, with many viewers feeling bombarded by YouTube ads that disrupt their ability to engage with educational, cultural, or entertainment content. By Rakesh Raman New Delhi | August 4, 2025 The RMN Foundation, dedicated to protecting consumer rights, has raised alarms about YouTube’s excessive advertising practices, …

India Risks Losing Democratic Status Amid Widespread Election Fraud Allegations

Election on EVMs. A wall painting in New Delhi shows Modi’s party BJP will win more than 400 seats in the 2024 Lok Sabha election. Photo by Rakesh Raman / RMN News Service

India Risks Losing Democratic Status Amid Widespread Election Fraud Allegations By RMN Foundation News Team August 2, 2025 | New Delhi Mounting allegations of electoral fraud and political interference have raised serious concerns about the future of democracy in India. The August 1–15, 2025 issue of The Unrest magazine, published by RMN News, highlights these troubling developments, warning that the …

Anti-Corruption Crusader Demands Swift Action in Delhi Bureaucratic Scandal

Anti-Corruption Activist Demands Action Against Delhi IAS Officers in Widespread Corruption Scandal. Photo: RMN News Service

Anti-Corruption Crusader Demands Swift Action in Delhi Bureaucratic Scandal The scandal, dubbed the “Widehouse Corruption Scandal,” involves a complex racket allegedly orchestrated by senior officials and their accomplices. By Rakesh Raman New Delhi, July 25, 2025 – An anti-corruption activist Rakesh Raman has escalated his call for accountability, urging authorities to prosecute several senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers implicated in …