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India Raids George Soros’ Open Society Foundations Office Amid Allegations of Foreign Funding Violations

In a dramatic move, India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided the Bengaluru office of George Soros’ Open Society Foundations (OSF) on March 18, 2025, thrusting the organization into the spotlight as part of a high-stakes investigation into alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). The ED suspects that OSF, backed by the billionaire philanthropist, may have funneled funds irregularly to Indian NGOs or used its resources to sway political and social activities, actions that could breach Indian law. OSF has been a fixture in India since 1999, championing causes like public health, criminal justice reform, and human rights, but its mission has collided with growing governmental unease under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who views foreign-funded NGOs with suspicion, fearing they threaten national security and sovereignty. Soros’ sharp criticism of Modi’s administration, accusing it of authoritarian leanings, has only deepened the rift, setting the stage for this clash. Now, with the ED poring over financial records and fund transfers, the consequences loom large: confirmed violations could bring hefty fines, asset seizures, or even a ban, potentially dismantling OSF’s operations and curtailing Soros’ influence in India. The ripple effects could stretch further, inspiring other nations wary of Soros to act, though the raid has already sparked backlash from human rights advocates and Western governments that back OSF’s work. Amid swirling online debates, sharply divided and fueled by speculation, the lack of clear statements from OSF and the ED leaves the public grappling with uncertainty, watching as the fate of foreign-funded NGOs in India hangs in the balance.

India benefits from avoiding Soros’ influence has merit, especially when you look at OSF’s contentious history, meddling allegations in Hungary, Russia, and beyond back that up. India’s actions, like the OSF raid, can be seen as a defensive play to maintain control over its domestic landscape. George Soros' actions have indeed shaped the USA in clear and tangible ways. As a billionaire philanthropist, Soros has used his wealth to influence the country's political and social landscape, primarily through his Open Society Foundations (OSF) and substantial financial contributions to various causes. Soros’ acts have helped split the nation and added to the sense of disorder. His funding has widened gaps and, at times, lit fuses. A system where big money, his or anyone’s, can tip the scales, leaving the rest of us to deal with the fallout.

[applesfrombanora]

Was a while ago now, but I made little plushies of Marlowe and Shakespeare as they appeared in OSF’s production of Born With Teeth

The leopard and mooncalf are a little scrunkly, but I think it adds charm

This play has my head and my heart in its teeth and won’t be letting go anytime soon

[sotruefeste]

OSF 2024!!!!!! I did not get any pics of the Shakespeares but Jane Eyre was incredible and the set was a 10/10

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“It’s mad men like us who reinvent the world”

SCREAMING CRYING THROWING UP

[flightlessaugury]

I need more people to see Born With Teeth at OSF.

It genuinely feels like such a show that folks (especially folks on tumblr) would love!

It's flirty, funny, and rips at your heart. It's perfect! What more could you want over Christopher Marlowe and William Shakespeare getting all flirty? It's fantastic

[withasideofshakespeare]

I can’t read announcement posts from RSC or the Globe because it makes me jealous that I live on the other side of the Atlantic.

[seeeeeeeb1]

dinner time asf 🍽️

[anniesakkab]

Shot for Open Society Foundation, Amman office.

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It said that, Jacquemus opend a flagship shop in London UK first time. 🇬🇧

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[spookyoregon]

More Than The Scottish Play

It is perhaps one of the best known theater ghost stories - Shakespeare in writing Macbeth took a spell from an actual coven of witches for the infamous "Double, double, toil and trouble". Ever after the Scottish Play would befall catastrophe should anyone say "Macbeth" outside of lines from the actual play.

A glance at Wikipedia will give you a list of productions that were effected by someone breaking this rule. Ghosts and spirits are so intertwined in Shakespeare's works that it is unsurprising that tales follow theater companies who perform his plays. Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) of Ashland is no exception to this, being home (allegedly) to a handful of ghosts.

While there are stories of cold spots, props moving, shadowy figures and the like, there are a few named ghosts who have continued to show their presence - or at least have their stories retold to new members of the theater:

The most famous of the spectral guests is that of Charles Laughton, an English actor who won an academy award for his portrayal of Henry VIII in The Private Life of Henry VIII. Charles was in discussions with OSF to play King Lear but he passed before he was able to take up the role. Ever since then, his ghost is alleged to appear whenever King Lear is performed, either as an audience member or a shadowy figure backstage.

Another specter is that of a woman who can be heard singing on the third floor of Allen Elizabethan Theater. While her name is unknown, another known ghost - that of the Blue Lady of Lithia Park - has been seen roaming the halls after performances have concluded. Who could have guessed that she was a patron of the arts as well?

sources: Rogue Free Press, YouTube, Herald and News, Wikipedia

[sotruefeste]

when I was at OSF one of my professors asked my other professor “what Shakespeare play includes the line, ‘exit, pursued by a bear?’” and I immediately replied “The Winter’s Tale.” have I ever studied The Winter’s Tale? no. I may be in too deep.

[externalacousticmeatus]

just got back from a school trip to the oregon shakespeare festival. i think that might’ve been the best weekend of my life so far

[melanirana]

How does Eclipse discipline his kids? From little things like the boys getting into little spats with each other to if one of them were to put themselves into a dangerous situation just for mischief.

Eclipse got creative when it came to discipline his kids, they're quite durable

[stochastique-blog]

Usefull Stuff

Calling ALL #PATH beneficiaries at the University of the Wes Indies (@uwimona)!!

🔹Through the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, the Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) awards bursaries to students from PATH households who are currently enrolled in a tertiary institution.

🔹 UWI PATH Bursary Application DEADLINE is September 30, 2021.

🔹 The process to apply for the bursaries is as follows:

🔹 PATH is advertised to all #UWI students through the Banner system and on the Office of Student Financing (#OSF) website First to fourth year students should submit their application to the OSF.

🔹 The application form is available on the OSF website for the entire year however the completed form will only be collected by the OSF staff August to September each year unless otherwise directed by the Ministry of Labour.

🔹 Only students with a 2.50 Grade Point Average (G.P.A.)  or higher (for the previous academic year) are eligible to apply.

🔹 The form must be properly completed to include the Family number and date of birth of each student DO NOT USE FAMILY MEMEBERS PATH NUMBER UNLESS YOU ARE REGISTERED IN THEIR HOUSEHOLD

🔹 ALL APPLICATION FORMS MUST BE PLACED IN THE OSF DROPBOX IN #SASS (#BURSARY, CUSTOMER SERVICE)

🔹 Students must include their ID NUMBERS on the form

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