News Analysis
Reclaim the district as a democratic commons, Pg8
Article advocates for district-level democratic decentralization to empower youth, enhance governance, and foster inclusive growth beyond urban centers.
More women join the labour force, but are they really employed?, Pg9
India's female labor force participation rate rises to 41.7%, but earnings decline, revealing deeper vulnerabilities in the labor market.
Why is environmental surveillance important?, Pg10
ICMR to monitor 10 viruses across 50 cities using wastewater surveillance for early outbreak detection and public health planning.
India got 8% more monsoon rainfall this year, says IMD, Pg12
India witnesses 8% surplus monsoon rainfall, IMD reports, with Northwest India receiving highest rainfall since 2001, but East faces deficits.
Centre directs NGOs to seek FCRA renewal 4 months before expiry, Pg12
MHA mandates NGOs to apply for FCRA renewal four months prior to expiry for effective scrutiny and security assessments.
Canadian Foreign Minister meets Jaishankar in New York, to visit India on October 13-14, Pg13
Canada's Foreign Minister to visit India amid strained ties over Nijjar killing and Pannun assassination plot.
Maharashtra, Karnataka report most number of farmer suicides, Pg14
NCRB reports 10,786 farmer suicides in 2023, with Maharashtra (38.5%) and Karnataka (22.5%) reporting the highest numbers.
Bihar has fewer Passport and Foreigners Act cases, Pg14
NCRB data reveals fewer Foreigners Act cases in Bihar amid BJP's illegal migration concerns before assembly elections.
Over 1.73 lakh killed in road accidents in 2023, 1.6% rise: NCRB, Pg14
NCRB reports 1.73 lakh road accident deaths in 2023, a 1.6% rise, with speeding as primary cause.
Trump’s plan seeks to put Gaza under external rule without Hamas; Israel to stay, Pg16
Trump's Gaza plan proposes external rule, Hamas demobilization, and Israeli security presence, raising concerns about Palestinian self-determination and long-term peace.
Polar geoengineering could cause severe harm: scientists, PgII.
Scientists warn polar geoengineering schemes like aerosol injection and ocean fertilization pose severe environmental risks and are economically unviable.
Final Bihar voter rolls out: 6 per cent dip since June; in most deletions, citizenship no factor, Pg1.
Bihar's voter rolls shrink by 6% after intensive revision, revealing citizenship verification was negligible despite EC's claims in SC.
On lines of Model UN, Centre set to launch Youth Gram Sabha initiative from Oct, Pg8.
Centre's 'Youth Gram Sabha' initiative to simulate local governance in schools, fostering civic engagement among students from October 2025.
Relying on ourselves, Pg11.
Vedanta Group chairman advocates policy reforms for Atmanirbhar Bharat in natural resources, targeting reduced import dependence by 2047.
Census must count sub-caste in, Pg11.
2027 Census to include sub-caste enumeration for targeted affirmative action, addressing historical data gaps and internal inequalities.
Cleaner air can reduce heart disease, diabetes in women, reveals assessment, Pg12.
IIT-Delhi assessment reveals 30% pollution cut could significantly reduce heart disease, diabetes, and anaemia among women and children.
India's dietary profile linked to rising diabetes and obesity, shows study, Pg12.
ICMR study reveals India's dietary habits fuel diabetes and obesity crisis, calls for policy reforms and dietary diversification.
India experienced 5th wettest monsoon since 2001, more rain in October, says IMD, Pg12.
India experiences 5th wettest monsoon since 2001 with 8% surplus; IMD forecasts continued rain into October.
Trump Gaza plan: Peace, deal, Pg14.
Donald Trump proposes 20-point Gaza peace plan involving Hamas disarmament, international stabilization force, and reconstruction board led by himself.
India to extend its railway grid to Bhutan: how this will help the neighbours, Pg14.
India extends railway grid to Bhutan with ₹6,033 crore investment, boosting trade and regional ties amid China's influence.
RBI constitutes six-member board to oversee functioning of payment systems, Pg15.
RBI establishes Payments Regulatory Board with government nominees, replacing BPSS, to oversee payment systems under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007.
Fiscal deficit at 38% of FY26 target in April-August, Pg15.
India's fiscal deficit hits 38.1% of FY26 target in April-August amid contracting tax revenues and accelerated capital expenditure.
‘India needs 12%+ GDP growth to solve jobs problem, address underemployment’, Pg15.
Morgan Stanley reports India requires 12%+ GDP growth to tackle underemployment and generate sufficient jobs for its burgeoning youth population.
RBI changes loan rules: New norms likely to boost policy transmission, say experts, Pg15.
RBI eases loan spread rules, boosting monetary policy transmission and benefiting existing borrowers from October 1st, 2024.
E-comm platforms under govt watch, price hikes flagged for certain items, Pg15.
E-commerce giants face scrutiny for alleged price hikes post-GST rate cuts, prompting government intervention and consumer complaints.
AMAZON RAINFOREST TREES GETTING BIGGER: WHAT A NEW STUDY SAYS, Pg14.
Amazon rainforest trees exhibit increased growth due to rising CO2 levels, enhancing carbon absorption by 3.3% per decade.
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