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Clean electoral rolls There is no doubt that there is a need for ‘accuracy in electoral rolls’, which can be achieved only through joint efforts by the Election Commission of India (ECI), political parties and people in general. Occasional Special Intensive Revisions of electoral rolls are intended to eliminate errors and bring in more accuracy….
Clean electoral rolls There is no doubt that there is a need for ‘accuracy in electoral rolls’, which can be achieved only through joint efforts by the Election Commission of India (ECI), political parties and people in general. Occasional Special Intensive Revisions of electoral rolls are intended to eliminate errors and bring in more accuracy….
The Bihar vote The electorate in Bihar State has unambiguously given its stamp of approval to the Nitish Kumar-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government to stay in office for another five years. The historic victory is a clear indication that the political career and popularity of Mr. Kumar have reached its zenith. The rejection of…
Assam Bill At a time when Assam is burdened by high unemployment, chronic underinvestment and an administrative culture still hobbled by corruption, the government’s decision to prioritise a harsh anti-polygamy law sits oddly with the State’s real needs (Front page, November 26). Polygamy, by all credible accounts, is a statistically marginal practice. To elevate it…
Evading the eye in the sky As in the case of the stray dog menace issue, the intervention of the Supreme Court of India has become crucial in the stubble burning issue and its deep impact on air quality. However, it is quite surprising that the Court needs to intervene in a situation where farmers…
The issue of radicalisation The blast near Red Fort has shaken the nation’s conscience. The fact that the main suspect, a doctor by profession, was allegedly involved in planning such a horrific act is deeply disturbing. It reveals how educated youth — those meant to heal and help — can sometimes be drawn into destructive…
The first phase I cast my vote in the first phase of the Bihar Assembly elections (Jagdishpur constituency) and it was a proud and memorable moment for me as I was voting for the very first time. Standing in line with people from different backgrounds made me realise the true strength of democracy. The arrangements…
The Bihar election result The Bihar Assembly election may be over but its conduct highlights a troubling trend: pre-poll cash transfers projected as welfare. If left unchecked, this will set a dangerous precedent. The Election Commission of India must consider a rule that prohibits governments from announcing or disbursing new welfare schemes within six months…
India and its AI future It is fine to be talking about India and the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Instead, the focus should be on India’s lack of readiness for an AI-driven future. But before India rushes to adopt AI, there need to be hard questions. In many parts of India, there is not…
India and its AI future It is fine to be talking about India and the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Instead, the focus should be on India’s lack of readiness for an AI-driven future. But before India rushes to adopt AI, there need to be hard questions. In many parts of India, there is not…
