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Accountability, transparency in public projects

The recent reprimand of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) by a special court in Ranchi over its handling of the probe into the construction of a mega-sports complex for the 34th National Games is a stark reminder of the critical need for accountability and transparency in public projects. The allegations of embezzlement and irregularities […]

Cleaning up R G Kar Medical College necessary redemption

The recent expulsion of ten individuals from R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital marks a significant step in addressing the deep-rooted issues of harassment and misconduct that have plagued the institution. This decisive action comes in the wake of the horrific rape and murder of a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor on August 9, 2024, an […]

Railway safety mismanagement threatens lives

Frequent train disasters, often averted at the last moment, highlight a critical issue within the Indian Railways: mismanagement and miscommunication between departments. The recent incident in Uttar Pradesh’s Raebareli, where a loco pilot spotted a pile of soil dumped on the rail tracks, underscores the precarious nature of railway safety in India. This near-miss is […]

Irony of corruption in India’s anti-corruption agencies

In a nation where corruption is a pervasive issue, the recent scandals involving the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) are particularly disheartening. These agencies, tasked with upholding the law and rooting out corruption, have themselves been tainted by the very malfeasance they are meant to combat. This irony not only undermines […]

Questionable integrity of USCIRF’s report

The recent report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has sparked significant controversy, particularly in India. The report, which accuses India of increasing abuses against religious minorities, has been dismissed by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs as biased and politically motivated. A critical aspect that has come under scrutiny is […]

Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan – Decade of transformative change

As India celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan (Clean India Mission), it is time to reflect on what has undoubtedly been one of the nation’s most significant achievements in the past decade. Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 2, 2014, this ambitious initiative aimed to address the long-standing issues of […]

Hidden agendas of foreign-funded NGOs in India

In recent years, the role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in India has come under intense scrutiny. The recent Income Tax Department probe, which targeted prominent NGOs such as Oxfam, Centre for Policy Research (CPR), Environics Trust, Legal Initiative for Forest and Environment (LIFE), and Care India Solution for Sustainable Development (CISSD), has revealed alarming patterns […]

Manjhi’s ghost: Road connectivity still tribal dream

The tragic death of a tribal woman in Chhota Udepur, Gujarat, underscores a glaring failure in India’s 21st-century development narrative. Despite the country’s strides in technology, economy, and global influence, the incident reveals a stark reality: the persistent neglect of basic infrastructure and essential services in rural and tribal areas.   This incident, where a […]

Bulldozer justice: Double-edged sword in India’s legal landscape

The term “Bulldozer Justice” has emerged as a potent symbol of swift punitive action in India, sparking intense debate across the nation. This practice, primarily involving the demolition of alleged illegal constructions by state authorities, is often linked to individuals accused of crimes or involved in protests. While it projects an image of decisive governance, […]

Modi Government triples per capita public healthcare spending

NEW DELHI – In a significant milestone for the Modi government, per capita public spending on healthcare has seen a threefold increase over the past decade. According to the latest data from the National Health Accounts (NHA) Estimates for India, public healthcare expenditure per capita rose to ₹3,169 in 2021-22, up from ₹1,042 in 2013-14. […]

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