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The invisible subjects of justice

siasat.com  |  15-04-2025

India’s criminal justice system, founded on the principles of liberty, equality, and dignity, often fails to uphold these ideals for marginalized communities. Regulatory gaps, inaccessible legal aid, and systemic inefficiencies dispro...

Regulatory Maze: Reform or Redesign?

siasat.com  |  15-04-2025

Regulation in India is often narrowly seen as a safeguard against market failures, yet its scope spans ethical governance, economic efficiency, and public welfare. This article highlights critical challenges to regulatory excellence, includ...

Development or prosperity? Hyderabad’s forests ask a bigger question

siasat.com  |  12-04-2025

The felling of nearly 400 acres of forest near the University of Hyderabad has ignited a citywide reckoning on the meaning of development and who bears its cost. Despite court orders, bulldozers razed a thriving biodiversity corridor—...

Beyond GDP: Building an inclusive India

siasat.com  |  11-04-2025

India’s position as the world’s 5th largest economy hides stark inequalities. With only 2.2% of the population paying income tax, fiscal consolidation has come through spending cuts, not fair taxation. Wealthy corporations often...

The other side of digital India: Exclusion, inequality and politics of access

siasat.com  |  09-04-2025

The Digital India initiative promises to bridge divides and enhance governance, but in reality, it has deepened existing inequalities, especially for marginalized communities. At the Centre for Development Policy and Practice (CDPP) confere...

Managing Millions: Transport, Infrastructure, and Challenges at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

Nikhil, Vanee Adleena Tandon  |  07-04-2025

Abstract The 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj attracted over 400 million pilgrims, driving major advancements in transportation infrastructure, including expanded rail services, increased bus fleets, and sustainable mobility solutions. ...

Devotion and Dispossession: Caste, Labour, and the Mahakumbh Mela 2025

Hurmuz Yuman  |  07-04-2025

Abstract The Mahakumbh Mela 2025, a grand religious gathering, underscores the intersection of devotion, caste, and labour. While the festival generates massive economic benefits, it also exposes stark social inequalities, particularly i...

Triveni Sangam: A Confluence of Faith, Cultural, and Hindutva Diplomacy

Anandini  |  25-03-2025

The Maha Kumbh Mela was one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. It has historically been a symbol of India's spiritual heritage, drawing millions of pilgrims, spiritual seekers, and international observers. The Maha Kumbh ...

Maha Kumbh 2025: Examining its Socio-Economic Disparities and Gendered Challenges

Nalini Bhattar  |  25-03-2025

Abstract The article examines the various aspects of the Maha Kumbh held in Prayagraj, India. The largest religious congregation, which aimed at inclusivity, harmony, and washing away sins, became the site of deceit, mismanagement, and soc...

One Nation, One Election: Balancing Efficiency and Representation In Indian Politics

Tejaswini  |  25-03-2025

India’s political landscape is witnessing debates on the "One Nation, One Election" (ONOE) initiative, which proposes synchronized elections for the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies. Although India practiced simult...