Constitution
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An Indian reality: The freedom after speech question

Given how the march of technology has completely triumphed over law and regulation, the time has come to have a fresh look at Article 19 of the Constitution.

published on : 5th May 2023
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Will a uniform civil code help address the problem of gender inequality in India?

India’s personal laws are often discriminatory towards women, particularly in matters of marriage, divorce and inheritance

published on : 18th April 2023
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Amend Constitution, remove Governor's power to approve state bills: TN CM MK Stalin

We have to take steps for amending the constitution” Stalin said while moving a resolution censuring the activities of governor R N Ravi. 

published on : 11th April 2023
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'A Part Apart': Biography traces journey of Ambedkar becoming Babasaheb 

The book will be formally released on April 14 on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti.

published on : 9th April 2023
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'Corrupt' have united against honest PM Modi: BJP

Bhatia claimed that the government has a policy of zero tolerance against corruption and probe agencies have been acting against corruption without any discrimination.

published on : 5th April 2023
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No automatic disqualification for Rahul Gandhi: PDT Achary

The verdict of the Surat court has led to a confusing situation as the operation of the sentence has been suspended by 30 days.

published on : 24th March 2023
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No proposal to rework Constitution based on introduction of 'she/her' pronouns: Govt

In a written reply, Law Minister Kiren Rijiju said drafting of legislation in line with the government's philosophy of empowering women is an evolving and innovative practice.

published on : 23rd March 2023
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Denying RTI access to non-citizens goes against spirit of Constitution: Delhi HC

This court is of the opinion that the RTI ought to be available to citizens and non-citizens depending upon the kind of information.

published on : 15th March 2023
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Vote to save Constitution in 2024: Akhilesh Yadav 

Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP of rigging the last assembly elections and ensuring the loss of his party candidates.

published on : 13th March 2023
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No deputy speaker in Lok Sabha for last 4 years; unprecedented, say experts and Opposition

Earlier, the SC had called the matter ‘very important’ and sought response from the Centre.

published on : 9th March 2023
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India's educational institutions must do better to support persons with special needs. Here's why

The Supreme Court has held that inclusion of persons with special needs in mainstream society can be ensured by improving enrolment of such children in schools (public & private) and universities. 

published on : 8th March 2023
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'Setting aside appointment of non-brahmin priests against Constitution'

Addressing the media persons, Vanchinathan said the two non-brahmin priests had the required qualifications and attended interviews before being selected as priests of the temple.

published on : 8th March 2023
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If fraternity is a constitutional virtue, politics of the day is divorced from Constitution

The tragedy is that today’s politics is divorced from the Constitution, with striking contradictions between the two.

published on : 6th March 2023
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Why domicile status is not relevant to India

As a citizen, I should have the right to study, work and die anywhere within the country.

published on : 4th March 2023
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Japan’s new defence strategy and the move away from pacifism

Thus, there are strong indications that the current interceptor-reliant missile defence system is outdated in protecting the core interests of Japan.

published on : 3rd March 2023
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SC pulls up Punjab Governor over Budget session, raps CM on teachers’ Singapore trip

The court said the governor has the right to seek information from the CM on matters related to the administration of the state. 

published on : 1st March 2023
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Raipur Diary: ‘Collegium system best for appointing judges’

The Preamble of Indian Constitution has always been cited as the defining document for the judges.

published on : 31st January 2023
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We the people must never let freedom die

The last citadel of freedom, the judiciary, is under attack. While the ruling class has captured all other institutions, the lone one that can protect our freedoms, is the judiciary.

published on : 30th January 2023
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We, the people of PR-led India

As children growing up in the 80s, we woke up early every January 26 to watch the Republic Day parade.

published on : 29th January 2023
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Republic of the Constitution and Narendra Modi’s India

When the Indian republic inaugurated itself on January 26, 1950, it was a major historic transformation in our nation’s journey towards the emancipation of its masses.

published on : 27th January 2023
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