Can States Hold Monopoly as Security Providers in the Digital World?
In the world of information technology, digitality has seeped into battlespaces and has found its place within the world of security as well
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Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Amendment Order, 2026: A Comprehensive Analysis
The Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Order, 2000 has for over two decades formed the legal backbone of household cooking fuel regulation in India. Issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas under Section 3 of the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, the Order governs how LPG connections are granted, how cylinders are distributed through government oil marketing companies, and how misuse of subsidised domestic LPG is prevented. Through the year 2026, the Ministry issued two significant amendments to this Order, each responding to a different aspect of India's changing cooking fuel landscape. The first amendment, notified on 14 March 2026, introduced a prohibition on the dual holding of LPG and Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections by the same household. The second amendment, notified on 25 May 2026, eased the transition process for consumers who move from LPG to PNG by allowing them either to formally terminate their LPG connection or to obtain a transfer voucher that permits restoration of LPG supply if they later shift to an area without PNG infrastructure.
Manipur Department Wise Scheme Update 2026
Policy UpdateKarnavi Shende Background Manipur, nestled in the easternmost frontier of India, is a land of striking natural beauty and cultural diversity. With a geographical area of 22,327 sq. km, extending between 21°57′ – 25°42′ N latitudes and 93°03′ –…
Beyond the Organic Label: Assessing the Performance and Future of Sikkim’s Organic Mission (2010)
An agriculture-driven economy requires technologies and practices suited to its geographical and ecological conditions. This is particularly relevant to the Indian state of Sikkim, where the fragile Himalayan environment and historical farming practices limited the suitability of Green Revolution technologies. Concerns over food security and the ecological costs of chemical-intensive agriculture encouraged the state to pursue traditional and organic farming as a deliberate response to the specific conditions of Himalayan agriculture.
National Forensic Data Centre: Can Forensic Data Integration Strengthen India’s Criminal Justice System?
Forensic evidence has become increasingly important in criminal investigation as India moves towards more scientific and technology-driven investigation. The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 has further increased the importance of forensic examination by providing for forensic investigation of offences punishable with seven years or more of imprisonment, creating greater demand for forensic infrastructure and trained professionals (Press Information Bureau, 2024).
Gujarat Department Wise Schemes Update 2026
The developmental history of Gujarat can be traced back to the State's historical merchant culture. This merchant culture has been shaped by many different historical trading systems throughout India. From ancient time when it was known as "Lothal" which was one of the oldest ports of India, then from medieval time when it was also known as "Cambay" and "Surat", these cities were centers for trade.