Courts, Spectrum and the State: Defining the Boundaries of Sovereign Power
Courts, Spectrum and the State: Defining the Boundaries of Sovereign Power

Recent Supreme Court and Bombay High Court judgments have clarified the scope of Sovereign Power over public resources such as spectrum while reaffirming constitutional limits on executive authority. The rulings strengthen the Public Trust Doctrine, contractual certainty, transparency, and accountable governance in India’s resource allocation framework.

75 Years of the First Constitutional Amendment: The Amendment That Reshaped India's Democracy
How the First Constitutional Amendment Redefined Fundamental Rights and Judicial Review

Seventy-five years after its enactment, the First Constitutional Amendment Act, 1951 continues to shape India’s democracy. From introducing the Ninth Schedule and enabling land reforms to expanding reservations and redefining free speech limits, its legacy remains central to debates on rights, social justice, and judicial review.

Forest Conservation and Poverty Reduction: Two Sides of the Same Coin
Forest Conservation and Poverty Reduction: Two Sides of the Same Coin

A new global study reveals that forest conservation and poverty reduction are deeply interconnected. Forests near communities dependent on fuelwood often experience biodiversity loss, highlighting the need for clean energy, sustainable livelihoods, and community-led conservation to protect ecosystems and improve human well-being.

H-1B Visa Fee Verdict: Understanding the U.S. Court Ruling and Its Impact on Global Talent Mobility
Decoding the H-1B Visa Fee Verdict and Its Impact on Indian Professionals

A U.S. court has struck down the proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee, reaffirming that major taxation measures require Congressional approval. The ruling highlights the balance between immigration policy, constitutional governance, and global talent mobility, with significant implications for Indian professionals and the diaspora.

Bt Cotton and India's Cotton Productivity Mission: Can Innovation Revive Cotton Growth?
Why India’s Cotton Productivity Has Stagnated Despite Bt Cotton

India’s Cotton Productivity Mission aims to boost cotton yields from 441 kg/ha to 755 kg/ha by 2031. The initiative has renewed debate on Bt Cotton, biotechnology, seed innovation, and regulatory reforms needed to revive productivity and strengthen India’s textile economy.

Rethinking India's Fiscal Health Index (FHI): Balancing Fiscal Prudence with Social Development
Evaluating State Finances in India: The Role of the Fiscal Health Index (FHI)

The Fiscal Health Index (FHI) evaluates the financial performance of Indian states through indicators such as revenue mobilisation, expenditure quality, fiscal prudence, and debt sustainability. It has sparked debate on balancing sound public finances with social development outcomes.

Global Environment Facility (GEF): Understanding the Global Biodiversity Funding Crisis
Why the Decline in GEF Funding Matters for Global Biodiversity Conservation

The Global Environment Facility (GEF), the world’s largest environmental funding mechanism, is facing a major biodiversity funding crunch after a 36% reduction in its conservation pool. The crisis is accelerating the shift toward private finance, innovative green investments, and community-led conservation models.

India–Indonesia Relations: Strengthening Maritime, Strategic and Economic Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific
Why Indonesia is a Key Pillar of India’s Act East Policy

India and Indonesia are strengthening their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership through deeper cooperation in maritime security, defense, trade, digital connectivity, and infrastructure. As key Indo-Pacific powers, both nations play a vital role in promoting regional stability and economic growth.

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