Parliament bypasses rules to grant citizenship to Indian businessman
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The Saeima has granted citizenship to Indian businessman Kanana Vishvanathan through a specific law passed in a single session, bypassing the usual naturalization procedures. Separately, a scandal concerning the credentials of Divjas Višvanatas has shaken the Academy of Sciences, sparking a debate over whether she is a scientist or a charlatan.
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs faces criticism for dismissing an advisor before evidence of wrongdoing was produced. Critics have interpreted the swift removal as a lack of character rather than a commitment to ethics, suggesting the Prime Minister prioritizes optics over due process.
State officials are also under scrutiny for criminal negligence, with calls for an end to policies that excuse leaders for causing irreparable harm to the public interest. Meanwhile, the interior ministry warns that a lack of repair funds is putting the country's internal security systems at risk.