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From Symbolic Seats to Substantive Power: Women in Local Governance in India
By: Adiiti Aggarwal In the early 1990s, India rewrote its political story with constitutional amendments that opened doors for women in grassroots governance. Today, more...
Sikkim Green Policy : A Policy Brief
By Adiiti Aggarwal Executive Summary Sikkim has positioned itself as a global pioneer in sustainable governance, being the first state to ban plastic (1998) and...
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
By Shristi Srivastava Executive Summary – Launched in the year 2015, the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana was brought with an objective to provide or...
Gender-Inclusive Urban Infrastructure Policy
By Aarya Sharma EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In an effort to transform the Indian cities into places that are secure, accessible and feel welcoming to women and...
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Public Private Partnerships: Bridging the Infrastructure Gap
By Shreyas Ernest Isaac Source: Creative Commons Why do we need Infrastructure? The United Nations Office for Project Services states that infrastructure is not merely...
A Decadal Look at the Political Evolution in Rajasthan: Shifts and Challenges in Welfare and Development (2013-2024)
By Nitisha Lal Source: Hindustan Times, and the Mint. The state of Rajasthan, known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse landscape has witnessed notable...
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Trump And Tariffs: How Us Trade Policy Affects The World
By Dhruvah Sreedhar Source: Da-kuk on Getty Images Abstract Since his return to the White House in January 2025 to serve a second term as President, US President Donald Trump has announced and implemented a …
Mobility Or Mortality: Rethinking Safety on Indian Roads
Abstract Road accident fatalities in India are an ever-growing concern. This opinion piece analyses the factors driving this issue and critically assesses the role of broader systems in addressing them. It challenges the narrow framing …
The Two Faces Of The Immigration Coin: A Critique On The Immigration And Foreigners Bill
By Anubhi Srivastava Abstract The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 aims to modernize India’s immigration framework by centralizing processes, enhancing security, and enforcing compliance. While many argue that it streamlines outdated laws and strengthens national …
Laughing At Authority: Memes As A Tool For Political Subversion
By Mahi Dahibaokar “To remain in authority requires respect for the person or the office. The greatest enemy of authority, therefore, is contempt, and the surest way to undermine it is laughter.” – Hannah Arendt, …
Gaps In the System: Addressing the Challenges of Drug Enforcement in India
By Akash Namboodiripad Abstract This article examines India’s strategic challenges in narcotics regulation, analysing its geographical vulnerability between major drug-producing regions and the escalating production in Myanmar following political instability. It critiques the limitations of …
