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Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

Privacy, transparency, Pg10

Supreme Court refers challenge to RTI amendment under DPDP Act to Constitution Bench, raising concerns over transparency and citizens' right to information.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

20 Feb, 2026

Privacy, transparency, Pg10

Supreme Court refers challenge to RTI amendment under DPDP Act to Constitution Bench, raising concerns over transparency and citizens' right to information.

20 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Fortune and future in AI, not fear... it's for global good: PM, Pg3

PM Modi unveils MANAV vision for AI, advocating ethical AI development and global sharing at India AI Impact Summit.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

20 Feb, 2026

Fortune and future in AI, not fear... it's for global good: PM, Pg3

PM Modi unveils MANAV vision for AI, advocating ethical AI development and global sharing at India AI Impact Summit.

20 Feb, 2026

Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life Ethics and Human Interface

At the last frontier of thought: will AI kill creativity?, Pg9

AI's Rise Sparks Ethical Concerns: Eroding Creativity, Fueling Misinformation, and Threatening Democracy, as Critical Thinking Declines.

Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life Ethics and Human Interface

19 Feb, 2026

At the last frontier of thought: will AI kill creativity?, Pg9

AI's Rise Sparks Ethical Concerns: Eroding Creativity, Fueling Misinformation, and Threatening Democracy, as Critical Thinking Declines.

19 Feb, 2026

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability IT and Computers Right to Information and Transparency in Government

Can't have AI Impact if you shrink right to information, Pg15

Digital Personal Data Protection Act amendment undermines Right to Information, hindering transparency and citizen empowerment in the digital age.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability IT and Computers Right to Information and Transparency in Government

19 Feb, 2026

Can't have AI Impact if you shrink right to information, Pg15

Digital Personal Data Protection Act amendment undermines Right to Information, hindering transparency and citizen empowerment in the digital age.

19 Feb, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

SC Bench to review if new data law delivers a ‘body blow’ to RTI, Pg1

Supreme Court to review if Digital Personal Data Protection Act's Section 44(3) undermines Right to Information Act.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

17 Feb, 2026

SC Bench to review if new data law delivers a ‘body blow’ to RTI, Pg1

Supreme Court to review if Digital Personal Data Protection Act's Section 44(3) undermines Right to Information Act.

17 Feb, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

SC to hear plea accusing new data protection law of ‘weaponising’ right to privacy and ‘disarming’ RTI, Pg8

SC to review plea challenging data protection law, alleging it weakens RTI and shields state from scrutiny.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

15 Feb, 2026

SC to hear plea accusing new data protection law of ‘weaponising’ right to privacy and ‘disarming’ RTI, Pg8

SC to review plea challenging data protection law, alleging it weakens RTI and shields state from scrutiny.

15 Feb, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

Human rights body could function as RTI panel, moots SC, Pg10

Supreme Court proposes merging State Human Rights Commissions with RTI panels in states with low RTI appeals to reduce burden.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

11 Feb, 2026

Human rights body could function as RTI panel, moots SC, Pg10

Supreme Court proposes merging State Human Rights Commissions with RTI panels in states with low RTI appeals to reduce burden.

11 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life Ethics and Human Interface

'AI was trained to imitate humans. It learnt survival', Pg19

AI expert warns unchecked AI development poses existential threat, citing safety concerns and ethical breaches, urging global regulation and public awareness.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life Ethics and Human Interface

11 Feb, 2026

'AI was trained to imitate humans. It learnt survival', Pg19

AI expert warns unchecked AI development poses existential threat, citing safety concerns and ethical breaches, urging global regulation and public awareness.

11 Feb, 2026

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Science and Technology in Everyday Life Ethics and Human Interface

The next big commodity is the mineable self, Pg6

Exploitation of 'self' emerges as new commodity via social media, streaming, and AI, impacting privacy and social connections globally.

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Science and Technology in Everyday Life Ethics and Human Interface

10 Feb, 2026

The next big commodity is the mineable self, Pg6

Exploitation of 'self' emerges as new commodity via social media, streaming, and AI, impacting privacy and social connections globally.

10 Feb, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

PMO directive on PM CARES: What questions can Lok Sabha ask?, Pg16

PMO's directive barring questions on PM CARES in Lok Sabha raises concerns over parliamentary oversight and government accountability.

Parliament and State Legislatures Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

10 Feb, 2026

PMO directive on PM CARES: What questions can Lok Sabha ask?, Pg16

PMO's directive barring questions on PM CARES in Lok Sabha raises concerns over parliamentary oversight and government accountability.

10 Feb, 2026

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance Social Influence and Persuasion

From SMS to graded e-mails, Govt’s tax ‘nudge’ makes a mark (60% of 1.11 crore respondents to I-T's compliance campaign were non-filers), Pg1

Income Tax Department's 'Nudge' campaign boosts tax compliance; 60% of respondents were non-filers, yielding ₹8,800 crore in additional tax.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance Social Influence and Persuasion

10 Feb, 2026

From SMS to graded e-mails, Govt’s tax ‘nudge’ makes a mark (60% of 1.11 crore respondents to I-T's compliance campaign were non-filers), Pg1

Income Tax Department's 'Nudge' campaign boosts tax compliance; 60% of respondents were non-filers, yielding ₹8,800 crore in additional tax.

10 Feb, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Accountability and Ethical Governance

Citing rules, PMO tells LS Sectt: No questions on PM CARES, relief and defence funds, Pg1

PMO cites parliamentary rules to block questions on PM CARES, National Relief, and Defence Funds, raising transparency concerns.

Parliament and State Legislatures Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Accountability and Ethical Governance

9 Feb, 2026

Citing rules, PMO tells LS Sectt: No questions on PM CARES, relief and defence funds, Pg1

PMO cites parliamentary rules to block questions on PM CARES, National Relief, and Defence Funds, raising transparency concerns.

9 Feb, 2026

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

Economic Survey calls for re-examination of RTI Act, Pg6

Economic Survey advocates RTI Act re-examination, proposing exemptions for policy deliberations and ministerial veto to safeguard governance efficiency.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Right to Information and Transparency in Government

30 Jan, 2026

Economic Survey calls for re-examination of RTI Act, Pg6

Economic Survey advocates RTI Act re-examination, proposing exemptions for policy deliberations and ministerial veto to safeguard governance efficiency.

30 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Accountability and Ethical Governance

When politics met policy shortcuts, Pg7

AP-Telangana water dispute escalates as political blame game overshadows legal and environmental concerns over Rayalaseema Lift Irrigation Scheme.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Accountability and Ethical Governance

27 Jan, 2026

When politics met policy shortcuts, Pg7

AP-Telangana water dispute escalates as political blame game overshadows legal and environmental concerns over Rayalaseema Lift Irrigation Scheme.

27 Jan, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Accountability and Ethical Governance Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

Should corruption charges need prior sanction?, Pg8

Supreme Court split verdict on Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act regarding prior sanction for investigating public servants.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Accountability and Ethical Governance Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

22 Jan, 2026

Should corruption charges need prior sanction?, Pg8

Supreme Court split verdict on Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act regarding prior sanction for investigating public servants.

22 Jan, 2026

IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Kill switch, insurance as tools to fight digital arrest, Pg1

MHA panel considers 'kill switch' and insurance to combat digital arrest, aiming to protect users from financial fraud.

IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

21 Jan, 2026

Kill switch, insurance as tools to fight digital arrest, Pg1

MHA panel considers 'kill switch' and insurance to combat digital arrest, aiming to protect users from financial fraud.

21 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Money Laundering and its Prevention Accountability and Ethical Governance

Calling out the ED’s actions, the media trials, Pg6

Article scrutinizes ED's actions, media trials, and alleged misuse of power, raising concerns about fairness, rule of law, and institutional integrity.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Money Laundering and its Prevention Accountability and Ethical Governance

20 Jan, 2026

Calling out the ED’s actions, the media trials, Pg6

Article scrutinizes ED's actions, media trials, and alleged misuse of power, raising concerns about fairness, rule of law, and institutional integrity.

20 Jan, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds