Work the crowds now
Has corruption become the standalone symbol for the failure of development? Was the recent campaign also a movement against the injustices of… Read more
Why the right to recall is flawed?
Direct democracy has always enjoyed an evocative space amongst the utopian democrats in India. Even the recent crusade against corruption has managed… Read more
Strong shoulders to head the Lokpal
With great power comes great responsibility. A strong Lokpal will not serve the purpose without an honest and efficient leader heading the body.… Read more
New anti-corruption drive; is it emblematic of a changing Bihar?
While Bihar often is considered to be one of the most corrupt states in India, the new anti-corruption drive undertaken by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar… Read more
To **********with good intentions
Jawed Naqvi, India correspondent, Dawn explores the ways in which most people’s movements come to be hijacked by right wing supporters and subsequently… Read more
Counting the waves
Does a weak government at the centre act as a catalyst for corruption? What is the underlying nexus between our corporates, MPs and corruption? Is… Read more
A celluloid tribute to **********
Everybody wants a piece of Anna. The Parliament, the media, the civil society group and now, the Indian film industry. The latest is that a marathi… Read more
An un-civil society and its journey to civilisation
Guest writer Srikanth Vishwanathan examines the different categories and circumstances that bribes fall into and wonders if we should tar them… Read more
Tackling corruption: Good governance and transparency is the way forward
Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, in an interview to Girish Menon talks about the importance of transparency and delivery of governance… Read more
Listen to the people
Why does our government turn a blind eye to the various scams and scandals that repeatedly come to light ? Why does it acknowledge the corrupt ways… Read more