Dysfunction in Legislatures: A Challenge to Democracy Dysfunction in Legislatures: A Challenge to Democracy Legislatures—Parliament and State Assemblies—are the backbone of a democracy. They are meant to debate, deliberate, and pass laws that shape our nation. Yet, their effectiveness is declining,...
Invasive Alien Species: A Silent Global Threat 🌍 Invasive Alien Species: A Silent Global Threat Invasive Alien Species (IAS) are non-native plants, animals, or organisms introduced into new ecosystems where they spread aggressively. While they may seem harmless at first, their impact is alarming. ...
Simplifying India’s GST Structure 🌐 Simplifying India’s GST Structure India is moving towards a major tax reform—simplifying the GST structure. When GST was first introduced, the vision was “One Nation, One Tax”. However, the current multiple slabs (0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, 28%) often created complexity ...
Set the Guardrails for AI in Courtrooms Set the Guardrails for AI in Courtrooms ⚖️🤖 The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Indian judiciary is no longer a distant idea—it is becoming a reality. The recent guidelines by the Kerala High Court for AI usage in district courts highlight both th...
Justice is Not About Teaching Someone a Lesson Justice is Not About Teaching Someone a Lesson When we speak of justice, it cannot be reduced to revenge. A recent case in the Chhattisgarh High Court highlights why this distinction matters. The trial court had convicted four police personnel for cust...