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Right to Information (RTI) Act: A Comprehensive Guide
The RTI Act is not just a law—it is a tool for democratic empowerment, placing the power of information in the hands of the people.
Outdated and unfair: adultery laws in the armed forces
The question of how the armed forces should deal with allegations of adultery is a deeply sensitive one.
More than 53 million cases are pending: the cry for timely justice
The aphorism “Justice delayed is justice denied” is a reminder that the judicial process, transforms justice from a constitutional promise into an illusion.
Bridging the accountability gap: legal negligence in uniformed services
This article argues that the law must create a clear accountability framework for legal advice that produces irreversible harm
Toll plazas and troops: the soldiers deserve a better deal
In a nation where the Armed Forces are lauded for their unwavering service, it is troubling that something as mundane as crossing a toll...
Misuse of laws related to marriage, domestic violence and gender equality
"The real act of marriage takes place in the heart, not in the ballroom or church or synagogue. It’s a choice you make —...
Quashing of FIR: Rights and Legal Remedies Under Section 528 of...
The Indian criminal justice system is designed to uphold the rule of law. However, it is not immune to filing of frivolous First Information Reports (FIRs).
Rights of the accused in the Military Judicial System
The military judicial system, is designed to maintain discipline and order within the Armed Forces in keeping with the principles of natural justice
Flying Coffins: Why IAF pilots continue to die in peacetime crashes?
Over the past 30 years, nearly 200 Indian Air Force (IAF) pilots have perished in peacetime crashes, often in aircraft that are relics of a bygone era.
Media and Privacy in India: under the New Criminal Laws
The right to privacy, though not explicitly mentioned in the Indian Constitution, is an integral part of the right to life and personal liberty under Article 21.
Can a Public Servant Refuse to Accept a Letter from an...
In India, interactions between employees and public servants are governed by a framework of laws designed to ensure accountability, transparency, and fairness.
Contempt of Courts Act: Judicial Accountability and Free Speech
The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, stifles legitimate criticism, undermines fundamental rights, and shields the judiciary from scrutiny.
Understanding Psoriasis: Beyond the Rash
Psoriasis is a chronic, autoimmune skin condition characterized by the rapid build-up of skin cells, resulting in scaling, inflammation, and red patches
Unlawful termination due to pregnancy: Legal protections and remedial actions for...
Pregnancy is a transformative and cherished phase in a woman’s life, symbolizing hope, creation, and the continuation of humanity.
Bail or Jail: Why should someone be forced to seek bail?
The requirement to seek bail places an undue burden on individuals, subjecting them to trauma, social stigma, and loss of liberty.
One India, One Voice: Championing Accountability and Justice
Unverified assertion by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey about "over 5 lakh Pakistani women" living illegally in India threatens to unravel India's unity.
100 meters responsibility: A movement for India’s youth to build a...
The 100 Meters Responsibility movement calls on India’s youth to take charge of their immediate surroundings—100 meters around them.
Marching towards justice: revitalizing the Indian Armed Forces
The Indian Armed Forces, are anchored by the Chetwode Credo, which prioritizes honour, duty, and the welfare of subordinates.
From Reform to Crisis: The Agnipath Scheme’s unintended consequences
The Agnipath Scheme promised a tech-savvy Forces while easing pension burdens. Recruiting youth as Agniveers for a 4 year term the scheme aimed to modernize the military.
The Pahalgam attack was an avoidable intelligence and security failure
The Pahalgam attack, which claimed 29 lives, including tourists and two foreigners, was a stark reminder of the persistent challenges in Jammu and Kashmir.
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