When India’s Supreme Court decriminalised gay sex last week, it didn’t just overturn a vestigial colonial law; it established a precedent that the constitution has a duty to nourish individuals’ emotional wellbeing and freedom. Senthorun Raj explains why the ruling is so radical, and so important.

Aid agencies provide essential - often lifesaving - assistance to people all over the world. This help is very often delivered by local people who can face huge risks. But not enough attention is paid to the personal security of aid workers, argues Alexander N Hasenstab. Their protection, particularly those working in their home countries, needs to be dealt with as a matter of urgency.