Socially Legal

Heavy rainfall has brought Northwest India to a standstill, with several states facing severe flooding and flash flood warnings. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for Noida, Ghaziabad, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and specific districts in Haryana, including Jind and Hisar. Gurgaon has been issued an orange alert, prompting schools to switch to online classes and offices to adopt work-from-home arrangements. Meanwhile, Punjab is experiencing one of its worst flood situations in decades - with the Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi rivers overflowing and causing widespread devastation. Reportedly, flooding has claimed 29 lives in Punjab and impacted over 2.56 lakh people while damaging over 94,000 hectares of crop area. As the situation grows critical a variety of underlying socio-legal issues are surfaced. This flooding in North India is a complex issue resulting from a combination of meteorological events and human driven factors such as unmanaged urbanisation and ...

 The tragic incident at Sharda University involving the death of a second-year BDS student in her hostel room, has brought to light disturbing issues of mental health and institutional accountability. The student's suicide note which has been widely circulated, weights two faculty members, "Mahendra Sir" and "Shairy Ma'am," for allegedly subjecting her to prolonged mental torture and humiliation. The note, which reads, "Agar main mar gayi, to Mahendra Sir aur Shairy Ma'am ko jail bhejna. Inhone mujhe mentally torture kiya. Main kaafi time se stress mein hoon," was found in her room. Following the student's death, protests by family and friends were erupted within the university. Students have alleged that the suicide note was tampered with and that protesters were physically assaulted with laathi charge for speaking out. The fact that students preserved the note by sharing it on social media underscores the gravity of the situation and the ...

 July 15 marks the 10th anniversary of World Youth Skills Day, highlighting the strategic importance of equipping people with skills for employment, decent work, and entrepreneurship. It is a reminder that skill development is essential to reducing unemployment and promoting decent work. India faces a critical paradox: despite having one of the highest proportions of women in STEM fields globally (over 40% of STEM graduates), the country struggles with women's participation in the workforce. Recently, there's been a notable increase in female labor force participation, with a sharper rise in rural areas as compared to urban areas. This trend sheds light on the barriers women face in the modern workplace, including safety and employment concerns. The Ministry of Education has promoted integrated education with skill development and life skills training activities to address these issues. The latest Union Budget introduces term loans for women's entrepreneurship, new national...

Human rights are fundamental entitlements universal to all individuals, irrespective of their background, gender, or nationality. However, the stark reality is that these rights are frequently disregarded, suppressed, or breached. The agenda of such rights is to elevate inequality and institute growth of the society but unfortunately in this modern world, we are is moving backwards.  In India there isn’t one Radhika Yadav , there are many and the number is frightening. I come from a nation where honour killings have been rooted as customs , choosing the societal idea of dignity over humanity. I come from a nation where till present no matter how far women grow, the society always finds a way to pull them back. I come from a society where men are labelled not “manly enough” if they support feminism or support ideas declared wrong by the society. It raises the question that despite advancements on paper women continue to face struggles to attain basic livelihood and human rights , th...

Gender-based discrimination is a prevalent and misrepresented issue in India, perceived differently by different individuals. Over the years, women have been marginalised, overlooked, and suppressed. Despite efforts to address this issue, it hasn't received the seriousness it deserves. Our society's fabric remains rigid and unresponsive to the need for discussion. This hasn't developed suddenly but is the result of years of degradation and oppression. The leaders we admire today have contributed to the utter degradation of women, and society as a whole – both men and women – haven't been concerned about this for years. Aristotle, known for his influential views on humanitarian and legal aspects, once stated, "A proper wife should be as obedient as a slave." St. Augustine, a renowned philosopher and theologian, said, "Any woman who doesn't give birth to as many children as she's capable of, is guilty of murder." Martin Luther, a priest and th...

Romanticising a war is easy but when we adhere to its consequences, reality surfaces making it terrifying. With tensions rising across and beyond borders, speculations about World War III arise. Amidst this chaos, diverse opinions reflect the upcoming state of war.  The world is witnessing multiple hotspots of conflict. The situation between India and Pakistan has been volatile, with both countries accusing each other of ceasefire violations along the Line of Control. This conflict has claimed numerous innocent lives and has contributed to the escalating tensions. The tensions between China and Taiwan are real, with China establishing claims to portray Taiwan as a part of its territory. The 11-dash line surrounding Taiwan serves towards the rising threat from China. The ongoing conflict between North and South Korea hints conflicts, with periods of heightened tensions. The Russia-Ukraine war has been ongoing since 2014, with significant escalation in 2022, and has had far-reaching ...

The recent incident in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, 2025, brings light to the concerns about the Indian security apparatus. The attack resulted in the loss of 26 people, including 2 foreign nationals and 22 Hindus. The terrorists open fired on tourists, based on their religion under the disguise of army. Intelligence sources suggest that the attack was aided by The Resistance Front, a Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy, under the guidance of Saifullah Kasuri, a close aide of Hafiz Saeed.  This incident led to a swift national response, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi cutting short his Saudi Arabia visit and returning to India on Wednesday to chair Cabinet Committee for a Security meeting. Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister met the grieving families of the victims and visited the attack site. Official sources suggest rumours that the victims were associated with intelligence agencies, adding that only one Intelligence Bureau official on leave was killed in front of his family; con...

When I decided to start this blog, I was advised to tackle sensitive subjects that are deemed acceptable by societal norms. However, I have come to realise that the topics that truly require attention and discussion are often swept under the rug. Witnessing the harsh realities of harassment, threats, and unimaginable crimes against vulnerable individuals connects me to the aspirations I hold, using my words in addressing what needs to be spoken for. It's time to confront the uncomfortable truths that our society often overlooks. The incidents of rape, aggression, assault, harassment, and inhumane abuses are not unique to our society, they're a global concern. Every day, we're exposed to graphic reports that make us question the foundation of our society. It's disheartening to see how these threats are often downplayed or overlooked, leaving victims to suffer in silence. This isn't just a women's issue, it's a societal problem that affects us all. The way ou...