Category: Social Justice
Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
A recently published study indicated a rise in the prevalence and morbidity of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in India over the past decade.
Cash transfers for women
In recent times, the use of direct cash transfer schemes for women has emerged as a significant trend in state election campaigns across India.
Citizens with disabilities, making their rights real
The data from the 2011 national Census of India indicate that persons with disabilities constitute 2.21 % of the total population.
Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB) | Gender Equality and Empowerment
A recent report titled ‘Charting New Paths for Gender Equality and Empowerment: Asia-Pacific Regional Report on Beijing + 30 Review,’ published by UN ESCAP and UN Women, highlighted India’s strong commitment to efficient resource allocation through the adoption of Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB).
The long fight for accessibility, dignity in Indian prisons
While the general conditions of Indian prisons have always been abhorrent for all prisoners, those with disabilities face even greater challenges
A community on the margins, its hidden scars
The lived realities of sex workers must be acknowledged, with collaborative, compassionate and comprehensive interventions
The CKM syndrome as the price of modernity
An unhealthy lifestyle and the influence of globalisation are silently shaping a major global health issue.
Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP)
The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) achieved a major milestone in October 2024, with Janaushadhi medicines worth Rs. 1,000 crore sold in the financial year 2024-25.
A food-sufficient India needs to be hunger-free too
October 16th is celebrated as world food day
Indian Labour Market
The 7th Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) for the period from July 2023 to June 2024 has been recently released.
Unpacking the Centre’s affidavit on marital rape
Centre submitted an affidavit at Supreme Court supporting Marital Rape Exception clause
Food Loss and Waste (FLW)
The United Nations has marked September 29 as the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (FLW).