Weigh Public Benefits of Street Protests Against Costs on Others

15 Oct 2026

Context: Protests are a democratic tool to demand accountability and address institutional failures, but road blockades, market closures and other disruptive tactics can impose disproportionate costs on ordinary citizens, especially the poor. Pr...

NGOs and the Changing Landscape of Foreign Funding in India

21 Sep 2026

Context: The proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Amendment Bill, 2026 has triggered opposition from civil society groups and political parties, particularly Christian organisations.The debate centres on the regulation of foreign fundi...