The beleaguered Election Commission’s role is increasingly coming under the radar ahead of the civic polls which are scheduled to be held on the 30th of this month. The polls hold a special significance as this is the first time a local government body election is going to be held under party…

Several small ministries can be amalgamated into one and such a step will save substantial resources. There are government departments the existence of which contribute little or nothing to services delivery to members of the public. It should be sensible to close them down. The employees in them can…