The Supreme Court of India on November 30, 2022, heard arguments challenging the Centre’s go-ahead to environmental clearance for genetically modified (GM) mustard. There may … GM mustard: Crop’s release would irreversibly damage the environmentRead more
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PAN won’t become inoperative if not linked to Aadhaar till SC judgement: Gujarat High court
As per Section 139AA of the Income Tax Act, every person who has been allotted a Permenant Account Number (PAN) and who is eligible to … PAN won’t become inoperative if not linked to Aadhaar till SC judgement: Gujarat High courtRead more
In widening scope of Aadhaar, government is crossing red lines set by Supreme Court
When the government tries to make legislation to indirectly circumvent a court order, it is called colourable legislation. It is understood that the government cannot … In widening scope of Aadhaar, government is crossing red lines set by Supreme CourtRead more
GM mustard: Need to address economic issues of using the crop
Genetically modified (GM) mustard recently received the Centre’s environmental clearance. The approval received severe backlash, with the critics pointing out how little we know about … GM mustard: Need to address economic issues of using the cropRead more
Centre has withheld Rs 7,500 crore in MGNREGA funds to West Bengal for a year
The central government has withheld release of Rs 7,500 crore in MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act) funds to West Bengal for a … Centre has withheld Rs 7,500 crore in MGNREGA funds to West Bengal for a yearRead more
The Well That Thelu Mahato Built
Thelu Mahato, perhaps the oldest of the living freedom fighters who figure in my book The Last Heroes, died at his home in Pirra village … The Well That Thelu Mahato BuiltRead more
Aadhaar fingerprints used to siphon off bank money in Gujarat’s Dahod
Think twice before using fingerprint impressions for any financial transaction. You may end up losing your bank savings. Police have busted a cyber fraud wherein … Aadhaar fingerprints used to siphon off bank money in Gujarat’s DahodRead more
Dying for ration: No health aid for those without PDS cards
A scheme to distribute free ration to 813.5 million beneficiaries under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) is supposed to have come into effect from … Dying for ration: No health aid for those without PDS cardsRead more
Digital Monitoring Of The Poor
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Biometric glitches in Rajasthan villages keep the poor hungry
Biometric verification at public distribution system (PDS) shops to prevent theft is causing more trouble than they’re worth for 65-year-old Ghomati Devu. She and her … Biometric glitches in Rajasthan villages keep the poor hungryRead more