The Supreme Court has said that arbitration in India has not failed, but that judicial interference, and at times the conduct of governments, has undermined the efficacy of the arbitral process.
Punjab and Haryana warming at half a degree per decade during the wheat season, with minimum temperatures rising nearly three times faster in Gujarat 1 June 2026, New Delhi: India produces over 107 million tonnes of wheat annually, making it the second-largest wheat producer in the world and accounting for roughly 14% of global output.
In May 2026, the Supreme Court of India took suo motu cognizance of bail orders passed by the Orissa High Court and trial court.
The Supreme Court’s direction to the Information and Broadcasting Ministry to frame a mechanism for screening user-generated content before it is uploaded has reopened a debate India has never quite resolved: how to curb digital poison without handing the State a permanent switch over speech.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld the retrospective levy of 28 per cent GST on online gaming bets, holding that the tax was constitutionally valid and did not violate the constitutional framework governing Goods and Services Tax.
As the festival of lights approaches, so does a season of dazzling celebrations, sweets, and togetherness. However, it’s essential to be mindful of the potential impact of increased air and noise pollution during Diwali, especially on our lungs and ears.
Air quality has been a keen issue in India, especially over the Ingo Gangetic Plain during the post-monsoon and winter. As per recent studies, the deteriorating air quality in this part of the country is significantly posing health damage, leading to the loss of the county’s net human resources and economic prospects.
Our struggle at the end of the day is getting peace and comfort, and somewhere down the line we find peace in building a relationship with nature, therefore taking a break from digital flat screens. To mark this year’s progress in promoting an eco-friendly Diwali celebration, The Statesman reached out to various individuals from diverse fields in Kolkata.
Usually a single idol of Goddess Kali is worshipped during Kali Puja; however, Janbazar Sammilita Kali Puja Samity stands out. This puja committee hosts "Dasha Maha Shakti Aradhana" every year, where ten forms of goddess Kali are worshipped together under the same roof.
During the Navaratri festivities, I witnessed the stunning Goshani Jatra in Puri. It is a unique ancient tradition that is little known in the rest of India.
