RMN Foundation appeals for international oversight of Indian elections, citing systemic EVM manipulation and institutional capture. This call demands global intervention to restore democratic integrity and ensure free, fair mandates.
By Rakesh Raman
New Delhi | April 17, 2026
The veneer of institutional stability is cracking. As we navigate the midpoint of 2026, the buzzing of a mosquito in a sweltering Delhi alleyway is no longer just a seasonal nuisance; it is as much a sign of state collapse as a rigged election or a manipulated stock market. The “unrest” we feel today is not merely background noise or a string of unfortunate events. It is an epistemological crisis—a fundamental shift in how power is wielded and how data is laundered to manufacture a reality that no longer exists. To understand our current moment, we must look past the superficial headlines and into the systemic rot and high-tech acceleration redefining our global existence.
The rejection of the US trade deal at the grassroots level serves as a primary indicator of the disconnect between executive policy and public consent, reinforcing the “electoral autocracy” narrative that deters international stakeholders.
By Rakesh Raman
New Delhi | April 2, 2026
As we navigate the fiscal landscape of April 2026, the Indian economy presents a complex case study in systemic fragility. For the policy analyst and the student of economics, the current “Economic Pulse” reveals a symbiotic relationship between labor market dysfunction, the deterioration of governance indicators, and the subsequent flight of global capital. This report synthesizes these variables to illustrate how a lack of democratic transparency and a mismatched labor force create a feedback loop of socio-political instability.