Ethics

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Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRight to Information and Transparency in Government
2 Jun, 2026

Delhi HC recognises ‘right to be forgotten’, lays down rules for de-indexing judicial records, Pg10

Delhi High Court recognizes 'right to be forgotten' under Article 21, setting guidelines for de-indexing judicial records.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeEthics and Human InterfaceContributions of Moral Thinkers and Philosophers
27 May, 2026

Pope Leo speaks against unchecked AI growth: 5 key warnings issued by him, Pg18

Pope Leo XIV warns against unchecked AI growth, urging ethical governance and cautioning against job displacement and military applications.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRight to Information and Transparency in Government
24 May, 2026

How has the BCCI resisted RTI scrutiny?, Pg14

CIC rules BCCI not a 'public authority' under RTI Act, sparking debate on transparency and accountability in sports governance.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRight to Information and Transparency in Government
22 May, 2026

Bat for the better, Pg8

CIC excludes BCCI from RTI Act, sparking debate over transparency, public duty, and state control of monopolized sports bodies.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaScience and Technology in Everyday LifeCorporate Governance
21 May, 2026

Current International Perspectives and Trends on AI Accountability (The International AI Accountability Forum 2026 Theme Global Architecture of AI Accountability: Evolving Regulatory and Liability Framework), Pg6

Global AI accountability architecture reshapes international law; EU shifts to stricter liability standards by 2026, impacting developers.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRight to Information and Transparency in Government
19 May, 2026

CIC rules BCCI outside RTI ambit, Pg17

CIC overturns 2018 ruling, exempting BCCI from RTI Act, shielding the cricket board from transparency obligations.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityAccountability and Ethical GovernanceChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
14 May, 2026

Ministry's special fund is for top athletes, bureaucrats dip into it to upgrade their own sports facilities, Pg1

Investigation reveals misuse of National Sports Development Fund, diverting crores to bureaucrats' facilities and RSS-linked organizations, raising ethical concerns.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsPublic Service Values and Ethics in Public AdministrationLaws, Rules and Conscience as Sources of Ethical Guidance
6 May, 2026

How ‘bulldozer justice’ undermines the law, Pg9

Article examines 'Bulldozer Justice' in India, highlighting its conflict with due process, rule of law, and separation of powers.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBasics of Cyber SecurityEthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
4 May, 2026

AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power, Pg6

Unchecked AI power raises ethical concerns as tech giants shape warfare, surveillance, and civil liberties, demanding global regulatory action.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsPublic Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration
29 Apr, 2026

A recusal test the Delhi High Court failed, Pg6

Delhi High Court's Justice Sharma declines recusal in Kejriwal's liquor policy case, raising concerns over judicial impartiality and adherence to recusal principles.

Women and Women's OrganizationsCorporate Governance
27 Apr, 2026

Women underrepresented on boards despite compliance, while some place family members as a form of 'token', Pg13

Corporate India struggles with genuine female representation on boards despite legal mandates, revealing tokenism and compliance-driven appointments.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeEthics and Human Interface
26 Apr, 2026

Why turning to AI for personal advice is a bad idea, Pg10

Research reveals AI chatbots' sycophantic tendencies reinforce user biases, hindering empathy and promoting self-centeredness, raising ethical concerns.

Ethics and Human InterfaceMoral and Political AttitudesContributions of Moral Thinkers and Philosophers
25 Apr, 2026

The moral eclipse of politics in the modern age, Pg8

Article analyzes the erosion of ethics in modern politics, exemplified by war, dehumanization, and moral incoherence, advocating for reinstating ethical foundations.

Health SectorBiotechnologyIntellectual Property Rights, IPREthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
17 Apr, 2026

Cancer cure must not be hostage to Big Pharma, Pg11

Cancer drug Keytruda's high cost and patent issues spark ethical concerns; India urged to boost biosimilar production and innovation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorPublic Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration
15 Apr, 2026

The alarming rise of medicalisation in India, Pg6

India confronts rising medicalisation as anti-obesity drugs surge, sparking concerns over side effects, ethical practices, and market influence.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityPublic Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration
7 Apr, 2026

Custodial deaths in 2020: Death penalty for 9 TN cops, Pg9

Tamil Nadu cops get death penalty in 2020 custodial death case, highlighting police brutality and judicial accountability.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityMoney Laundering and its PreventionChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
5 Apr, 2026

Behind multiple frauds, a common playbook: Govt funds, fake FDs, shell firms, Pg9

Multi-crore fraud exposes collusion between bank officials, government employees, and private entities, siphoning public funds via fake FDs.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityAccountability and Ethical Governance
4 Apr, 2026

Jan Vishwas ethos is about the state placing the citizen first, taking a step back, Pg11

Jan Vishwas ethos prioritizes citizen trust by decriminalizing minor offenses, reducing court backlogs, and fostering a more equitable legal system.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityAccountability and Ethical Governance
4 Apr, 2026

​Fear of the foreign, Pg8

Controversial FCRA amendment empowers Centre to seize assets of organizations losing foreign funding licenses, raising concerns over transparency and fairness.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersEthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
2 Apr, 2026

Why Bill to amend FCRA has sparked Controversy, pg13

The Union government defers the FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, amid intense political backlash and concerns that a new "designated authority" could seize assets of NGOs and minority institutions.

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