SC judgment on hearing marital cases in camera
Bench says video conferencing will hurt privacy
ILO defends report on ‘modern slavery’
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has defended its recent report on “modern slavery” after the Union government questioned the authenticity of its estimates last week.
VOLUNTARY NATIONAL REVIEW REPORT OF SDG
The voluntary national reviews (VNRs) aim to facilitate the sharing of experiences, including successes, challenges and lessons learned, with a view to accelerating the implementation of the 2030 Agenda.
Ex-SC judges could soon be appointed NHRC chiefs
The Home Ministry has moved the Cabinet to amend the recruitment process of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC).
Naga Issue
Solution to the Naga issue should not disturb peace in his State- Manipur CM
Scientists develop environment friendly algae-based footwear
Scientists have developed algae-based, renewable flip-flops that could be an environment friendly alternative to petroleum-based slippers
Air Pollution Cuts Growth Of Working Memory In Kids
Exposure to air pollution on the way to school can have damaging effects on growth of children’s working memory, suggests new research.
Electoral Reform Debates
Electoral reform is change in electoral systems to improve how public desires are expressed in election results.
Women’s Reservation Bill
Congress President Sonia Gandhi has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to get the long-pending Women’s Reservation Bill passed in the Lok Sabha.
INDIA-MYANMAR RELATIONS
Prime Minister undertook his maiden visit to Myanmar in September