In ‘Capturing Institutional Change’, Himanshu Jha writes about the Official Secrets Act and the Janata government promising ‘openness’ after Emergency.
Chief Information Commission and its state counterparts have an unwritten rule about not penalising erring public information officers who discourage RTI applicants.
Activists have called the government's notification on the new rules an assault to the independence and autonomy of the Central Information Commission.
Agra Central Jail hasn't denied presence of the inmates, sent after Article 370 was scrapped in J&K, but said information sought in RTI plea could jeopardise their life & safety.
It’s hard to build a house, run a business, or do anything without paying bribes. And yet, citizens’ anger about this open, unchecked corruption won’t erupt into Anna Hazare-type rallies.
As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.
Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.
Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.
RTI act was not because ofany inner calling but because of US pressure…corruption is best buddy of indian elite…they think they can buy any thing from money…..they can buy security , big cars and even a country…
RTI act was not because ofany inner calling but because of US pressure…corruption is best buddy of indian elite…they think they can buy any thing from money…..they can buy security , big cars and even a country…