Frequent acquittals reflect systemic failure

On National Voters’ Day, the Prime Minister’s call to treat voting as both a right and a responsibility highlights a deeper question: how India sustains trust, inclusion, and credibility in its democratic process.

UGC’s new equity regulations, replacing the 2012 framework, make anti-discrimination measures binding on HEIs. The move has triggered protests and a Supreme Court plea over definitions and inclusion, even as the Centre assures there will be no misuse.