How Does Caste Play Out in Tamil Nadu’s Welfare State?
by“Dravida” in the names of Tamil Nadu’s political parties is symbolic of anti-caste struggle. Why is this agenda missing today?
Policy
World AIDS Day: Clearing Misconceptions
byWe revisit popular AIDS awareness campaigns in India and clear some of the misconceptions about HIV-transmission.
From Delivering Mail to Selling Apps: How India’s Postmen Have Changed
byAs emails replace mails, India Post is evolving. From e-commerce to selling mobile apps, the world’s largest post office is changing.
Behind the Banker’s Counter
byIndia’s bankers explain the challenges of managing demonetisation, it’s loopholes and unintended consequences.
The Many Promises of the Indian Rupee
byThrough centuries, currency has existed in India, changing its shape and form. What does history tell us about demonetisation?
Child Slavery – India’s Achilles’ Heel
byChild slavery is a constant presence in the world’s fastest growing democracy. Is India’s growth story scarred with child labour?
India’s Currency Ban in Photos
byDemonetisation has hit small business owners and street vendors, with many losing their daily income. A photo story on notebandi.
The Struggle for Transgender Identity
byTransgender rights in India hinge on a Supreme Court judgement, and a battle of bills between the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
Truth and War: Police Encounters
byPolice encounters in India see insurgents and terrorists killed without trial. What makes encounter situations so difficult to verify?