Editorial Analysis

Concerns were raised that outdated cost estimates and weak procurement are distorting Minimum Support Price (MSP) effectiveness, prompting calls for reform in estimation and implementation.

May marks the 169th anniversary of the 1857 Revolt and historical evidence shows that India’s struggle against British colonialism began much before 1857, especially with early 19th century revolts in South India.

Recently, the Union government urged the Supreme Court to reconsider the framework of Public Interest Litigation (PIL), citing concerns over “agenda-driven litigation.”

Recently, the Delhi High Court observed that social media posts can ‘transcend mere free expression and act as a catalyst for public shaming’ and social media platforms are emerging as a parallel space for justice delivery. It has revived debate on digital vigilantism in India.

Recently, the Supreme Court of India reaffirmed the vision of Section 12(1)(c) of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, symbolising ‘equality of status’ under Article 14 and 21A of the Constitution.

India’s heritage protection regime is over-centralised, uniform, and counterproductive, often failing both conservation and development objectives.

India’s presidency of BRICS comes at a time of global uncertainty marked by geopolitical tensions, economic fragmentation, and technological disruptions, aimed to utilise the potential of BRICS countries together for greater global welfare.

Recent State Assembly elections witnessed promises of cash transfers, free electricity, transport, and goods, seen as populist measures playing a crucial role in inclusive growth, poverty alleviation, and demand generation, along with cautioning against fiscal irresponsibility.

Recent geopolitical tensions (e.g., US-Iran conflict) and restrictions on Strait of Hormuz leads to supply shortages and fertiliser inputs flows in India, as it is highly dependent on Gulf-origin fertilisers.

India’s urban incomes have grown faster than rural incomes across all segments and emerged as a key driver of national growth as it absorbed labour, and nurtured a rising middle class. However, this growth is unevenly distributed.