Why Embracing a Fireworks-Free Diwali Remains a Challenge
It's not so much being rooted in the past as the desperation to reaffirm tradition — even as contemporary life erodes its foundations — that makes Diwali crackers vital for many
Category Livelihoods, Employment and Well-being
Diwali Memories: Uniting Through Lost Rituals and Cherished Moments
One little Diwali tradition was the art of making 'gharondas' -- houses made of clay decorated with natural colours made with rice flour, hibiscus flowers and turmeric.
Economic Divide Deepens in India: A Challenge for Federalism
Data from the paper titled, ‘Relative Economic Performance of Indian States: 1960-61 to 2023-24’, show a growing gap that is leading to the questioning of federalism
A Look at India’s Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJE) Schemes
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJE) has a history dating back to 1985-86 when it was bifurcated from the Ministry of Welfare.
Towards a Merit-Based Education System in India
In India the term ‘reservation’ denotes a system of social justice wherein the Scheduled castes (SC), the Scheduled tribes (ST) & the other backward classes (OBC) are given a certain proportion of their seats reserved in the educational institutions, jobs and government services.
Resilience in Action: NITI Aayog’s Vision for Pandemic Preparedness and Global Collaboration
The recently released report, "Future Pandemic Preparedness and Emergency Response: A Framework for Action", by the Expert Group constituted by NITI Aayog, offers a comprehensive roadmap for managing future public health crises.
The Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024
The Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024 was introduced in Lok Sabha on August 9, 2024. The Bill seeks to replace the Indian Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, of 1925.