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Improve the quality of legal aid services

Updated on Sep 18, 2022 14:41 IST

Research has shown that a key fix for India’s overstretched legal system is the lack of access to quality lawyers, especially for marginalised communities and poor people — who form the bulk of people behind bars (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

China’s stand on terror is dubious

It is not hard to understand why Indian officials repeatedly refer to China’s “double standards” on terrorism. After all, this is the same country that is using terrorism and extremism as an excuse to launch a widespread campaign of repression against the Uyghur minority of Xinjiang, described in some quarters as genocide (AFP)

Updated on Sep 18, 2022 14:42 IST

Roger Federer transcends sport

As Federer finally walks into the sunset at 41, will he be remembered as the greatest tennis player to walk the planet? Perhaps not. Will he, however, be remembered as one of the greatest sporting icons of all time? Undoubtedly. (AFP)

Updated on Sep 16, 2022 14:11 IST

Bringing the cheetah back is a bold idea

An India-bound African cheetah undergoes a health examination.

Published on Sep 15, 2022 15:05 IST

The world must do better on Covid

On India’s handling, it said that variants such as Delta and massive crowd events proved devastating.

Published on Sep 15, 2022 15:04 IST

Beyond China, why SCO is key

People stand in front of the Registan square in downtown Samarkand on September 13, 2022 (AFP)

Updated on Sep 14, 2022 15:39 IST

Another setback for the Congress in Goa

The defections are an embarrassment for the Congress which finds itself unable to defend its stables in the state for the second time in three years, despite having made each lawmaker take a public oath not to desert the party ahead of the assembly elections earlier this year. (AP)

Updated on Sep 14, 2022 15:39 IST

One step forward on the road to inclusivity

Women make up around 11% of UP’s lower House, which is somewhat lower than the percentage of women members in the Lok Sabha, 14.6%.

Published on Sep 13, 2022 17:06 IST

A heartening health update

As far as the increase in government spending – this is what seems to have led to a drop in OOP spending– is concerned, states deserve as much credit as the Centre.

Published on Sep 13, 2022 17:03 IST

A turning point in the Ukraine conflict?

This photograph taken on September 11, 2022, shows a Ukranian soldier standing atop an abandoned Russian tank near a village on the outskirts of Izyum, Kharkiv Region, eastern Ukraine, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine (AFP)

Updated on Sep 12, 2022 14:10 IST

A new Mandir battle begins

Members of Shiv Sena Dogra Front celebrate after the district court's verdict in the Gyanvapi mosque-Shringar Gauri case, Jammu, September 12, 2022 (PTI)

Updated on Sep 12, 2022 16:30 IST

Transparency is key for Congress polls

To take on a dominant BJP and even compete with resurgent regional outfits, the Congress has to effect change across several axes: Messaging, leadership and organisation.

Published on Sep 11, 2022 15:08 IST

Twin issues the economy faces

While the State has banned the export of some varieties of rice to pre-empt domestic shortages, it remains to be seen what the response to its rice procurement drive will be.

Published on Sep 11, 2022 15:05 IST

On China, India must be alert

It is also strange that it took nearly two months to implement the consensus evolved by senior military commanders on Hot Springs, because the disengagement involved only a low number of troops from both sides. (REUTERS)

Updated on Sep 9, 2022 14:15 IST

Rethinking notions on merit in India

There’s a third way to approach this debate, one underlined earlier this week by Supreme Court judge, justice DY Chandrachud.

Published on Sep 8, 2022 14:49 IST

Public spaces are important

The Central Vista holds a special space in the Indian consciousness, not only as an imposing edifice of government but also as the living, breathing heart of the Republic.

Published on Sep 8, 2022 14:44 IST

Expand the focus on foundational learning

The status of learning among students in under-resourced and localised “English medium” schools mushrooming in rural and peri-urban centres could be worse. Now that school attendance has stabilised, it is essential to see what kinds of remedial studies and reorientation have been done in State-run schools and whether they are showing results. There is absolutely no room to waste time. (Shutterstock)

Updated on Sep 7, 2022 14:07 IST

Banning crackers can help Delhi air

In 2021, for instance, Delhi woke up to one of its most polluted post-Diwali mornings in 2021. This was not because the ban was unsatisfactorily implemented but due to farm fires that had spiked in the run-up to the festival (and had contributed as much as a quarter of the pollution load on Diwali) and sluggish wind speeds that were inadequate to disperse the pollutants. (Keshav Singh/HTPhoto)

Updated on Sep 7, 2022 14:07 IST

Jharkhand governor needs to clear the air

The poll watchdog was asked for its opinion by governor Ramesh Bais after the Bharatiya Janata Party demanded Mr Soren be disqualified for allegedly violating office of profit guidelines by getting a mining licence in his name.

Published on Sep 6, 2022 16:36 IST

India needs a new urban deal

For Indian cities to transition to a climate-secure future, they must shed the maze of administrative red tape that has come to define urban governance.

Published on Sep 6, 2022 16:34 IST

Will Truss be good for India?

New Conservative Party leader and incoming prime minister Liz Truss smiles and waves as she arrives at Conservative Party Headquarters in central London having been announced the winner of the leadership contest September 5, 2022 (AFP)

Updated on Sep 5, 2022 14:32 IST

Collect comprehensive data on the services sector

PMI services were higher than the August numbers in every month of the quarter ending June. Yet, the sub-sector of services with the highest employment intensity -- trade, hotel, transport, communication and broadcasting services have a share of more than 17% in total employment – did not cross pre-pandemic levels in it. (HTPHOTO)

Updated on Sep 5, 2022 14:31 IST

Taking Delhi-Dhaka ties to the next level

Indian and Bangladeshi leaders can often be heard referring to the current phase of bilateral relations as a shonali odhyay or golden chapter. (Mohd Zakir/HT PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 4, 2022 15:40 IST

A good start by CJI Lalit

In a country where the courts often have to be the final arbiters of matters familial to national, a strong signal of efficiency, productivity and discipline from the top court is certain to percolate down the judicial branch and help citizens access justice better, and faster (ANI)

Updated on Sep 4, 2022 15:39 IST

Rethinking anonymity

In reality, anonymity and pseudonymity have been a crucial tool for inclusivity.

Published on Sep 2, 2022 14:48 IST

Why sand mining in Chambal is not right

Sand mining leads to river erosion, shrinking deltas, land-use changes, air pollution, salinisation of groundwater reserves, and threatens freshwater fisheries and biodiversity. (FILE PHOTO)

Updated on Sep 1, 2022 15:06 IST

Follow the law in Karnataka case

Legal proceedings have moved at a snail’s pace against Shivamurthy Murugha Sharanaru, who has been neither officially questioned in the case nor arrested. (HTPhoto)

Updated on Sep 1, 2022 15:06 IST

GDP number is disappointing

With inflation already having peaked, and with geopolitical headwinds on the horizon, the GDP numbers point to the need for a nuanced and balanced policy response, both on the fiscal side and the monetary one.

Updated on Aug 31, 2022 15:39 IST

India’s booster drive needs a booster shot

With 98% of India’s adults having received at least one dose of the vaccine, and 92% having received two shots, the reluctance appears only to be for boosters – posing a unique challenge for policy makers. (PTI)

Updated on Aug 31, 2022 15:25 IST

Ensure that rights are accorded to all

Queer people find it tough to open joint bank accounts, find housing, take out loans or safeguard their financial, emotional and mental health with documentation.

Published on Aug 30, 2022 14:05 IST

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