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When we talk about conflicts of interest in journalism, it can be real, potential or perceived. Some rules are usually simple. They are framed according to the principle that audiences are supposed to know if a reporter, presenter or editor can be influenced by any commercial relationship with another individual.  If the protocols of the disclosure are not met, it leads to non-employment.  The recent sacking of Canadian journalists highlights the difficulties media employees face in navigating the tricky terrain of conflicts of interest. Earlier this month, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) dismissed the host of its premiere television political show Power & Politics, Evan Solomon, for allegedly using his journalist’s position to broker sales for an art dealer friend. Solomon’s sacking followed a Toronto Star newspaper report on the journalist’s contract with an art dealer, Bruce Bailey. Solomon has admitted he received commissions, said to total around CAD$300,0...

Conflict is a natural part of any workspace but it can lead to lost productivity and mental health issues. Conflict can be a motivator also. It generates new ideas and brings innovation, leading to increased flexibility and understanding of the working relationship. It gives a grip on such things. Conflict needs to be managed effectively so that it can contribute to the success of organizations.  There is critical competition for working professionals so that they can understand everyone have their way of dealing with conflict. According to TKI which is used by human resource professionals around the world. There are five major styles of conflict management which is collaborating, competing, avoiding, accommodating, and compromising. Every strategy has its benefits. Dr Barbara said, there is no right or wrong conflict management style. He is a certified professional mediator and mitigation specialist in PhD in the human and social services program at Walden University.  There ...

INTRODUCTION: When an individual applies for any position in the public/private sector it is a must for him/her to get fully familiar with the ethics and laws of the government, and protect the moral values and principles of the organization at all costs. On the other hand, it is the work of the department to invest in the individual who can serve integrity and meet the probity principle. Because the appointment of individuals in the public sector is always considered a high-risk area for conflict of interest situations. WHAT IS A CONFLICT OF INTEREST SITUATION IN THE APPOINTMENT? An individual who is bounded to serve an organization or any government organization should be able to work on the principles such as selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, leadership, and commitment to the highest standards of propriety and impartiality. And the individual with such qualities should be considered the ideal candidate for the position. But the involvement of c...

Conflict of Interest arises when an individual or any public or private organization is all set to pursue his/her or their secondary goals which are getting benefitted in terms of finance or any other advantageous things while turning a deaf ear to honesty and promises made with the organization which is working for only well-being and beneficent of the organization by putting all the personal interest aside. Or in other words conflict of interest is stated as the situation which exists where a professional or corporation could abuse his/her position for Private gain. On other hand, there is corruption/bribery which is done or taken by the person for one and only one moto that is filling the pockets. Corruption has many appearances but has only one source which is a conflict of interest. The simple difference between conflict of Interest and corruption is, that conflict of interest only cause is professionalism sector, but corruption is not bounded to any limits, receiving extra illega...

Development should be viewed as a process rather than a finished result. Societies are in constant flux. Others succeed, while others fail. The goal of development theory is to explain both processes. The goal of development practice is to give tools that may be used throughout entire civilizations or communities. Such interventions aim to transfer communities or societies from a state where they are thought to be in poorer shape to a state where they are thought to be in better shape. The provision of aid in cases of violent conflict is emphasised in current linkages between development and conflict theory. Following violent conflicts, peacebuilding efforts address the same challenges as development interventions. Where the physical and social landscape has been devastated, development is at the heart of post-conflict interventions. In such circumstances, aid with development is provided.  DEVELOPMENT: 'Development,' as we perceive it, has multiple dimensions. Economic develop...

Due to the controversy surrounding the Rafale sale in India, the Official Secrets Act of 1923 has been in the news. For breaking the requirements of the Official Secrets Act, 1923, the Government of India has sought legal action against press outlets, including The Hindu newspaper and ANI. According to the reports released by various news organisations, the negotiating team and the Ministry of Defense were opposed to the Rafale agreement, and the government did not follow the proper procurement procedures. The government says that these news organisations broke the law by publishing reports and documents relevant to the contract with France to buy 36 Rafale fighter planes. As a result, the government has filed a legal challenge to press agencies' actions, alleging that they have broken the Official Secrets Act of 1923. In their defence, the newspaper companies cite the Right to Information Act of 2005 as a constitutional right. Thus, a conflict arose between the Right to Informat...