Governance refers to the processes and structures that guide decision-making. It involves the distribution of power and authority. Effective governance ensures accountability and transparency. It shapes policies that affect citizens' lives. In India, governance is influenced by its diverse culture and legal framework. The Constitution provides a foundation for democratic practices. Good governance promotes social justice and economic development.
Nepal witnessed a dramatic political upheaval in September 2025. A youth-led movement against corruption escalated into violence and chaos. The government crackdown on protesters resulted in deaths and...
The Right to Information (RTI) Act is a mainstay of democracy in India. It ensures citizens can access government-held information. Recently, amendments linked to the Digital Personal Data...
The Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment in July 2025, addressing the property rights of tribal women. The ruling challenged the exclusion of daughters from ancestral...
India’s customary tree ownership systems continue to shape forest governance. These traditions, distinct from formal land ownership, grant tribal families exclusive rights over specific trees on state-owned land....
The Immigration and Foreigners (Exemption) Order, 2025, issued by India’s Ministry of Home Affairs, clarifies key aspects of the country’s immigration rules. It exempts certain groups from needing...
The Bombay High Court invalidated an arbitral award where the arbitrator was appointed by an Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) institution using an algorithm. The Court emphasised that such...
Recent developments in Manipur have brought the state’s prolonged ethnic conflict into national focus. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled visit in 2025 signals a critical moment for peace...
India’s Census 2027 will mark a historic shift in data collection. It will be the first fully digital Census with self-enumeration options. For the first time since 1931,...
Kerala’s urban landscape is rapidly evolving. By 2025, the State faces accelerated urbanisation, climate risks, and governance challenges. The Kerala Urban Policy Commission (KUPC), launched in December 2023,...
The Supreme Court of India recently directed the Election Commission (EC) to accept Aadhaar as a twelfth document for identity verification during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of...
