The process of appointing a Chief Minister, as highlighted by the delay in Kerala, is governed by specific constitutional provisions. The Constitution outlines the Governor's role and the collective responsibility of the Council of Ministers to the Legislative Assembly.
The Supreme Court will hear pleas regarding West Bengal election results where victory margins were less than the number of deleted votes. This case highlights the judicial oversight in electoral processes and the role of the Election Commission of India.
Online censorship poses a significant threat to the fundamental right to free expression. The government's power to regulate online content, primarily through the IT Act, 2000, raises concerns about balancing national security with individual liberties.
A policy brief by Climate and Sustainability Initiative (CSI) highlights that 60% of India's ₹3.81 trillion microfinance portfolio is exposed to climate risks due to concentration in agriculture and allied activities, impacting low-income borrowers.
Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) companies are preparing for additional price increases, having already hiked prices by 3-5%, citing rising input costs, volatile crude oil prices, and global supply chain disruptions.
Greater one-horned rhinos, reintroduced to Assam's Manas National Park under Indian Rhino Vision 2020, are breeding, showing adaptation, but their recovery remains fragile.
HSBC has sharply reduced India's GDP growth estimate for FY27 to 6%, attributing the revision to "twin shocks" of an energy crisis and deficient rainfall, and anticipates two rate hikes by the RBI.
India's rapid solar energy generation growth necessitates a parallel increase in battery storage capacity to ensure grid stability and reliable power supply. This integration is crucial for meeting renewable energy targets.
India-led International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) is set to hold its first summit in New Delhi from June 1-3, with representatives from 95 countries expected. China's participation is uncertain, highlighting geopolitical dimensions in conservation efforts.
Barkha Subba and Parveen Shaikh, Indian conservationists, have been awarded the prestigious Whitley Award, often called the 'Green Oscars', for their significant work in conserving the Himalayan salamander and Indian skimmer, respectively.
Sacred groves (sarpa kaavus) in Kerala, traditionally protected by belief systems, are now being altered or lost due to urbanization, land-use changes, and rituals losing ecological context.
In Nagaland's Kiphire district, along the Indo-Myanmar border, local communities are leading efforts to protect pangolins, which are threatened by hunting for cultural beliefs and illegal trade. Conservationists are collaborating with village councils and customary courts to enforce bans under the Wildlife Protection Act.
Despite advocacy for cycling as a climate solution, a study highlights that pollution and inadequate infrastructure, alongside policy and gender gaps, remain significant barriers to its adoption in Indian cities like Delhi and Chennai.
Experts highlight thorium as a viable nuclear fuel to meet India's long-term energy needs, leveraging its vast indigenous reserves. This aligns with India's three-stage nuclear power program designed for energy independence.
Himalayan cities like Gangtok face increasing water crises due to vulnerable centralized systems, population growth, and urban expansion, making overlooked urban springs a vital solution for water security.
The World Health Organization (WHO) highlights occupational noise as a significant contributor to disabling hearing loss in adults. This underscores the need for stronger noise pollution control measures and public health interventions.
A recent survey recorded 143 Odonata species in the Western Ghats, highlighting significant biodiversity but also severe threats from infrastructure development, pollution, and land-use changes.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the Delhi-Varanasi High-Speed Rail (DVHSR) corridor will reduce travel time between Delhi and Lucknow to 2 hours. This project is part of India's ambitious high-speed rail network expansion.