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‘Bulldozer Justice’ Under Judicial Scrutiny: Due Process and Constitutional Limits

27-Feb-2026

Recent observations by the Allahabad High Court have renewed scrutiny of the practice termed “bulldozer justice” in Uttar Pradesh, where properties of individuals accused of crimes are demolished soon after allegations surface.

India-Brazil Strategic Partnership

25-Feb-2026

During the recent visit of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to New Delhi, the two countries elevated their bilateral relations to a new level by signing a total of nine important agreements, including one on rare earth elements.

Kerala to Keralam: Constitutional Procedure, Cultural Identity and Federal Dimensions

25-Feb-2026

The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal to rename the State of Kerala as Keralam, reflecting the linguistic and cultural identity of the Malayalam-speaking population.

The proposed Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 will now be referred to the Kerala Legislative Assembly under Article 3 of the Constitution, after which Parliament will consider amending the First Schedule.

PM Modi in Tel Aviv: The Strategic Evolution of India–Israel Relations

25-Feb-2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on an official visit to Tel Aviv, marking his first trip to Israel since his landmark 2017 visit — the first-ever by an Indian Prime Minister after diplomatic ties were established in 1992.

India’s Bid for Full IEA Membership: A Complex Path Beyond Associate Status

24-Feb-2026

At its recent ministerial meeting in Paris, the International Energy Agency acknowledged progress on India’s request for full membership.

Independence of the Election Commission: Constitutional Safeguards and Contemporary Concerns

24-Feb-2026

The independence of the Election Commission has come under debate following allegations of irregularities in electoral roll revisions and a proposed motion to remove the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC).

Exercise Vajra Prahar 2026: India–US Special Forces Strengthen Tactical Synergy

23-Feb-2026

The Indian Army and the United States Army will conduct the 16th edition of the joint Special Forces exercise, Vajra Prahar 2026, at the Special Forces Training School, Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh.

Calibrated Diplomacy: India Joins Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ as Observer

21-Feb-2026

US President Donald Trump convened the first meeting of the “Board of Peace” in Washington to deliberate on Gaza’s reconstruction and broader global conflict issues. India participated in the meeting as an observer, signalling cautious engagement.

Parliamentary Panel Pulls Up Government Over Delays in SANKALP Rollout

21-Feb-2026

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has criticised the government for the slow and poorly planned implementation of the SANKALP scheme, based on findings of a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG).

U.S. Supreme Court Restricts Presidential Tariff Authority Under Emergency Law

21-Feb-2026

The Supreme Court of the United States, in a 6–3 ruling, struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), 1977.