Ethics

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Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Health Sector Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

'Have to do something': SC wants board to examine man comatose for 13 years, Pg1

Supreme Court directs AIIMS to examine comatose man, revisiting passive euthanasia legality and 'right to die with dignity'.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Health Sector Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

12 Dec, 2025

'Have to do something': SC wants board to examine man comatose for 13 years, Pg1

Supreme Court directs AIIMS to examine comatose man, revisiting passive euthanasia legality and 'right to die with dignity'.

12 Dec, 2025

Representation of the People's Act Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Accountability and Ethical Governance

SIR and the annihilation of rights, Pg7

Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise threatens disenfranchisement by shifting compliance burden, mirroring exclusion tactics in welfare programs like MGNREGA.

Representation of the People's Act Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Accountability and Ethical Governance

11 Dec, 2025

SIR and the annihilation of rights, Pg7

Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise threatens disenfranchisement by shifting compliance burden, mirroring exclusion tactics in welfare programs like MGNREGA.

11 Dec, 2025

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Role of Civil Services in a Democracy Accountability and Ethical Governance

What the Nithari acquittals reveal about the justice system, Pg8

Nithari case acquittals expose flaws in India's justice system, highlighting wrongful prosecutions, lack of accountability, and denial of victim's rights.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Role of Civil Services in a Democracy Accountability and Ethical Governance

8 Dec, 2025

What the Nithari acquittals reveal about the justice system, Pg8

Nithari case acquittals expose flaws in India's justice system, highlighting wrongful prosecutions, lack of accountability, and denial of victim's rights.

8 Dec, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Basics of Cyber Security Right to Information and Transparency in Government

Swap app mandates for digital literacy, Pg7

Government withdraws mandatory 'Sanchar Saathi' app preloading after backlash, raising concerns over privacy, surveillance, and digital rights.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Basics of Cyber Security Right to Information and Transparency in Government

8 Dec, 2025

Swap app mandates for digital literacy, Pg7

Government withdraws mandatory 'Sanchar Saathi' app preloading after backlash, raising concerns over privacy, surveillance, and digital rights.

8 Dec, 2025

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Corporate Governance

Question mark over role of IndiGo high-profile board, its risk committee in run-up to crisis, Pg1

IndiGo faces DGCA scrutiny over flight disruptions amidst pilot shortage; board's preparedness questioned regarding new Flight Duty Time Limitations.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Corporate Governance

8 Dec, 2025

Question mark over role of IndiGo high-profile board, its risk committee in run-up to crisis, Pg1

IndiGo faces DGCA scrutiny over flight disruptions amidst pilot shortage; board's preparedness questioned regarding new Flight Duty Time Limitations.

8 Dec, 2025

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine E Governance Basics of Cyber Security Accountability and Ethical Governance

A growing shadow over digital constitutionalism, Pg8

Digital constitutionalism urgently needed to protect citizens' rights amidst rising surveillance and algorithmic governance, ensuring accountability and transparency in the digital age.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine E Governance Basics of Cyber Security Accountability and Ethical Governance

6 Dec, 2025

A growing shadow over digital constitutionalism, Pg8

Digital constitutionalism urgently needed to protect citizens' rights amidst rising surveillance and algorithmic governance, ensuring accountability and transparency in the digital age.

6 Dec, 2025

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

2030 for 2036, Pg8

India to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, signaling its ambition as a global sports hub and soft power.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

1 Dec, 2025

2030 for 2036, Pg8

India to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, signaling its ambition as a global sports hub and soft power.

1 Dec, 2025

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Ethics and Human Interface Accountability and Ethical Governance

Institutionalising animal representation, Pg8

Article advocates for institutionalizing animal representation in governance through independent bodies ensuring their interests are considered in policy-making and legal frameworks.

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Ethics and Human Interface Accountability and Ethical Governance

1 Dec, 2025

Institutionalising animal representation, Pg8

Article advocates for institutionalizing animal representation in governance through independent bodies ensuring their interests are considered in policy-making and legal frameworks.

1 Dec, 2025

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Accountability and Ethical Governance

A new lease of life under the sun, Pg7

Supreme Court acquittals expose flaws in death penalty cases, highlighting investigative lapses and the need for police reforms and compensation.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Accountability and Ethical Governance

29 Nov, 2025

A new lease of life under the sun, Pg7

Supreme Court acquittals expose flaws in death penalty cases, highlighting investigative lapses and the need for police reforms and compensation.

29 Nov, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

Hosting CWG is a test and an opportunity, Pg12

India to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, aiming to boost sports infrastructure and global image after 2010 debacle.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

28 Nov, 2025

Hosting CWG is a test and an opportunity, Pg12

India to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, aiming to boost sports infrastructure and global image after 2010 debacle.

28 Nov, 2025

Education Sector Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

Publish or perish: making sense of India’s research fraud epidemic, Pg9

UGC's 'publish or perish' culture incentivizes research fraud, undermining teaching quality and ethical standards in Indian higher education.

Education Sector Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

26 Nov, 2025

Publish or perish: making sense of India’s research fraud epidemic, Pg9

UGC's 'publish or perish' culture incentivizes research fraud, undermining teaching quality and ethical standards in Indian higher education.

26 Nov, 2025

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Intellectual Property Rights, IPR Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Decoding personality rights in the age of AI, Pg7

AI deepfakes spark legal battle: Celebrities sue over unauthorized use of likeness, demanding stricter regulations and compensation.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Intellectual Property Rights, IPR Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

26 Nov, 2025

Decoding personality rights in the age of AI, Pg7

AI deepfakes spark legal battle: Celebrities sue over unauthorized use of likeness, demanding stricter regulations and compensation.

26 Nov, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

JJM graft: After PM push, 7 states slap Rs 129 cr fine, Pg6

Jal Jeevan Mission faces scrutiny as states penalize contractors for irregularities following PM Modi's directive, recovering ₹129 crore.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

26 Nov, 2025

JJM graft: After PM push, 7 states slap Rs 129 cr fine, Pg6

Jal Jeevan Mission faces scrutiny as states penalize contractors for irregularities following PM Modi's directive, recovering ₹129 crore.

26 Nov, 2025

Parliament and State Legislatures Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

SC to hear plea to stop cash donations to political parties, Pg1

Supreme Court examines plea seeking ban on cash donations to political parties, advocating transparency and complete donor details under income tax.

Parliament and State Legislatures Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

25 Nov, 2025

SC to hear plea to stop cash donations to political parties, Pg1

Supreme Court examines plea seeking ban on cash donations to political parties, advocating transparency and complete donor details under income tax.

25 Nov, 2025

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

Mind your ‘administrative’ language, says SC report, Pg1

Supreme Court report urges judiciary to eliminate discriminatory job titles perpetuating inequality and uphold constitutional values through inclusive administrative language.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

24 Nov, 2025

Mind your ‘administrative’ language, says SC report, Pg1

Supreme Court report urges judiciary to eliminate discriminatory job titles perpetuating inequality and uphold constitutional values through inclusive administrative language.

24 Nov, 2025

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Biotechnology Intellectual Property Rights, IPR Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

What are UNESCO’s new guidelines for the use of neurotechnology?, PgII

UNESCO unveils global ethical framework for neurotechnology, balancing innovation with human rights, addressing misuse of brain data and ensuring responsible development.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Biotechnology Intellectual Property Rights, IPR Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

18 Nov, 2025

What are UNESCO’s new guidelines for the use of neurotechnology?, PgII

UNESCO unveils global ethical framework for neurotechnology, balancing innovation with human rights, addressing misuse of brain data and ensuring responsible development.

18 Nov, 2025

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance Right to Information and Transparency in Government

What are Digital Personal Data Protection Rules?, Pg8

Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 notified, Data Protection Board of India formation begins; RTI Act amended amidst controversy.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance Right to Information and Transparency in Government

17 Nov, 2025

What are Digital Personal Data Protection Rules?, Pg8

Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 notified, Data Protection Board of India formation begins; RTI Act amended amidst controversy.

17 Nov, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability IT and Computers Right to Information and Transparency in Government

Too little, much later, Pg6

Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, delays key protections until 2027, undermining transparency and accountability for citizens' data.

17 Nov, 2025

Too little, much later, Pg6

Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, delays key protections until 2027, undermining transparency and accountability for citizens' data.

17 Nov, 2025

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Accountability and Ethical Governance

CJI to deal with claim that HC judge approached NCLAT member on order, Pg 12

The Supreme Court has highlighted a sensitive allegation involving a High Court judge allegedly influencing a National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) member in an insolvency matter.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Accountability and Ethical Governance

15 Nov, 2025

CJI to deal with claim that HC judge approached NCLAT member on order, Pg 12

The Supreme Court has highlighted a sensitive allegation involving a High Court judge allegedly influencing a National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) member in an insolvency matter.

15 Nov, 2025

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding