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The Hidden Limits of Delimitation Science and India’s Fertility Debate
Women's Quota and Delimitation: Decoding Three Bills Set to Trigger Parliament Face-Off
India's Parliament is set to witness a fierce debate over three proposed bills that could significantly alter the country's electoral system, especially the reservation for women. While the government argues these bills are crucial for ensuring a 33% reservation for women, the opposition and legal experts have raised serious concerns about the political and constitutional implications. The first bill, the Constitutional Amendment Bill, proposes an increase in Lok Sabha seats to 850,
Women's Quota and Delimitation: Decoding Three Bills Set to Trigger Parliament Face-Off
India's Parliament is set to witness a fierce debate over three proposed bills that could significantly alter the country's electoral system, especially the reservation for women. While the government argues these bills are crucial for ensuring a 33% reservation for women, the opposition and legal experts have raised serious concerns about the political and constitutional implications. The first bill, the Constitutional Amendment Bill, proposes an increase in Lok Sabha seats to 850,
Census 2027: Delhi's 560 Blocks Ready for Door-to-Door Survey
The countdown to Census 2027 has begun with over 700 trained officials set to conduct a door-to-door survey in Delhi as part of the first phase of the census exercise. The house-listing and housing census (HLO) will take place over the next 30 days, concluding on May 15. Officials explained that areas under the jurisdiction of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) and Delhi Cantonment Board (DCB) have been divided into 560 house-listing blocks, each covering around 180 households. The exerci
Census 2027: Delhi's 560 Blocks Ready for Door-to-Door Survey
The countdown to Census 2027 has begun with over 700 trained officials set to conduct a door-to-door survey in Delhi as part of the first phase of the census exercise. The house-listing and housing census (HLO) will take place over the next 30 days, concluding on May 15. Officials explained that areas under the jurisdiction of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) and Delhi Cantonment Board (DCB) have been divided into 560 house-listing blocks, each covering around 180 households. The exerci
Texas, Florida Dominate List of Fastest-Growing US Cities
According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau data, Texas and Florida have taken the lead as homes to some of the fastest-growing cities in the United States from 2023 to 2024. The surge in population across these states has reaffirmed a major demographic shift to the southern and western regions of the country. Among the most dramatic examples is Princeton, Texas, a Dallas suburb, which recorded an astonishing 30.6% population increase making it the fastest-growing city in the U.S. for 2024.
Texas, Florida Dominate List of Fastest-Growing US Cities
According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau data, Texas and Florida have taken the lead as homes to some of the fastest-growing cities in the United States from 2023 to 2024. The surge in population across these states has reaffirmed a major demographic shift to the southern and western regions of the country. Among the most dramatic examples is Princeton, Texas, a Dallas suburb, which recorded an astonishing 30.6% population increase making it the fastest-growing city in the U.S. for 2024.
Centre Confirms Caste Data to Be Included in Next Census, Months Ahead of Bihar Elections
In a landmark move with far-reaching political and social implications, the Government of India has announced that caste-based data will be included in the upcoming population census, scheduled for next year. The announcement was made by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during a Cabinet briefing on Wednesday, marking a significant shift in national policy and fulfilling a long-standing demand by opposition parties. The decision to incorporate caste enumeration—a detailed account of vario
Centre Confirms Caste Data to Be Included in Next Census, Months Ahead of Bihar Elections
In a landmark move with far-reaching political and social implications, the Government of India has announced that caste-based data will be included in the upcoming population census, scheduled for next year. The announcement was made by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during a Cabinet briefing on Wednesday, marking a significant shift in national policy and fulfilling a long-standing demand by opposition parties. The decision to incorporate caste enumeration—a detailed account of vario









