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Revamping India's Pension Scheme for Elderly Support

Assessing the stagnation of India's IGNOAPS since 2007 and highlighting the need for increased contributions and beneficiaries.

Jun 8, 2026 • 4 min

Urban Fire Safety in India: Tragic Muzaffarpur Hospital Fire Claims Five Lives

A fire at a hospital ICU in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, has resulted in five fatalities and numerous injuries, raising concerns about safety protocols.

Jun 5, 2026 • 4 min

Addressing India's Double Burden of Malnutrition

Recent findings reveal alarming trends in childhood nutrition; strategic interventions are essential to combat thinness and obesity.

Jun 5, 2026 • 4 min

After Maoism: The Unfinished Agenda of Adivasi Justice

Why lasting peace in Scheduled Areas depends on strengthening Gram Sabhas, protecting jal-jungle-zameen, and implementing PESA in spirit

Jun 4, 2026 • 4 min

Delhi Hotel Fire Tragedy: Lessons for Urban Governance and Fire Safety

A devastating fire in a Malviya Nagar hotel killed 21 people, including foreign nationals, exposing alleged fire-safety violations, overcrowding and regulatory failures at the establishment.

Jun 4, 2026 • 3 min

Why States Are Turning to Land Pooling to Build India’s Cities

With land acquisition becoming costlier and more contentious, Rajasthan and other States are embracing participatory models that promise faster infrastructure and shared gains.

Jun 3, 2026 • 4 min

Parandur Airport Project: Balancing Infrastructure Development and Livelihood Security

Farmers who surrendered acres for Tamil Nadu’s ambitious airport project now face uncertainty, demanding clarity, better compensation, and a roadmap for their future.

Jun 3, 2026 • 4 min

Chhattisgarh’s FRA-PESA Task Force Debate: Governance Reform or Parallel Structure?

Activists and the Opposition allege the new body sidelines statutory institutions and reshapes tribal governance through an extra-statutory framework.

Jun 3, 2026 • 4 min

Why Illicit Liquor Continues to Claim Lives in India

Recurring Hooch Tragedies Reveal Deep Regulatory, Socio-Economic, and Enforcement Failures

Jun 2, 2026 • 4 min

Human Trafficking, Migration and the Law: The Supreme Court's Call for Reform

A recent Supreme Court judgment highlights how migration-related vulnerabilities, outdated legal frameworks, and emerging digital threats continue to fuel human trafficking in India

Jun 1, 2026 • 4 min

Online Gaming Under GST: The Supreme Court Settles the "Skill vs Stake" Debate

The Supreme Court rules that online gaming with stakes falls under GST, addressing addiction concerns and public health issues.

May 28, 2026 • 4 min

The PROG Act and the Offshore Paradox: Why Banning Online Gaming May Have Backfired

Understanding how the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, may be hindering safety for users by driving them to offshore platforms.

May 22, 2026 • 4 min

Supreme Court Questions Definition of Liquor Bottle in Excise Laws

Court highlights deceptive packaging of alcohol misleading consumers and targeting underage drinkers.

May 21, 2026 • 3 min

Child Safety in India: Legal Frameworks, Social Trust, and the Civilisational Challenge

The tragic incident in Maharashtra compels us to reassess our societal obligations towards protecting children's safety and well-being.

May 13, 2026 • 4 min

Amending Abortion Law for Minor Rape Victims: A Call for Change

Exploring the need for legal reforms to enhance access to safe abortions for minor rape victims amidst existing restrictions.

May 8, 2026 • 6 min