Category: Editorial Analysis
CAA: Issues in the legal challenge to the law
The Centre notified the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) rules just before the announcement of the Lok Sabha elections and the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct.
We need limits on election campaign spending
Proliferation of election spending has emerged as a pivotal concern, undermining the essence of democratic representation.
India suboptimal use of its labour power
India’s labour market is pivotal to its economic growth, especially in the phase of demographic dividend. However, the majority of the workforce is engaged in low-quality jobs, resulting in the suboptimal utilization of labour.
RBI and the net-zero transition — A roadmap for green India
The article discusses RBI’s draft disclosure framework on climate-related financial risks and its implications for green transition.
Deprivileging bribe
The Supreme Court held that legislators do not enjoy immunity from criminal prosecution for bribery charges in connection with their speech and votes made in Parliament and Legislative Assemblies.
The status of India’s nuclear programme
Prime Minister Narendra Modi witnessed the start of the process of core-loading the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at the Madras Atomic Power Station in Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu.This event marks a significant milestone in India’s nuclear power program.
Mountains of plastic are choking the Himalayan States
The Himalayan Region faces a severe plastic waste crisis, impacting its biodiversity, freshwater sources, and ecosystem health. Despite regulatory frameworks, challenges persist in waste management, especially in the hilly terrain.
India’s burgeoning death penalty crisis
India’s death penalty system faces scrutiny due to systemic failures in sentencing and the treatment of death row prisoners. This article underscore the need for a holistic approach to address the shortcomings in India’s criminal justice system.
Understanding the world of Informal Waste Pickers
March 1 marks International Waste Pickers Day, commemorating the Colombian waste pickers murdered in 1992. This article examines role of informal waste pickers in waste management.
India’s fight against rare diseases
Rare Disease Day, observed on the last day of February, aims to support individuals affected by rare medical conditions, this article highlights their plight of neglect and issues with National Rare Disease Policy.
Women in Armed Forces
In recent years, the issue of gender discrimination within the Indian military has come under scrutiny, particularly concerning the treatment of women officers.This article looks into recent supreme court judgement and further reforms needed in the armed forces.
An expansive land management policy is overdue
Fragmented approach to land management necessitates urgent intervention and policy reform.