Governance

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Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
2 Jul, 2026

Under VB-G RAM G, States’ expenditure could go up six-fold, Pg7

States face six-fold expenditure hike under new VB-G RAM G, replacing MGNREGA from July 1, shifting significant financial burden.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
2 Jul, 2026

Why has the govt. notified a new set of telecom rules?, Pg8

Government notifies new Telecommunications Act 2023 rules, replacing colonial-era laws, granting sweeping powers over messaging apps and infrastructure, impacting operators and users.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
2 Jul, 2026

Put username feature on hold: govt. to WhatsApp, Pg1

Union government orders WhatsApp to halt its new username feature, citing grave concerns over potential spam and impersonation risks.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
2 Jul, 2026

The case for building India’s coal chemistry capability, Pg6

India leverages indigenous R&D to counter energy shocks, approving a ₹37,500 crore coal gasification scheme to produce DME, slashing LPG import dependence.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
2 Jul, 2026

On curbing young adults on social media, Pg7

UK's proposed social media ban for under-16s sparks global debate on efficacy, data privacy, and urgent need for robust platform governance.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
2 Jul, 2026

Yes and no, Pg6

New report exposes India's grassroots democracy crisis, revealing Gram Sabhas reduced to clearinghouses and state bypassing PESA rights, fueling rural alienation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthConservation, Pollution and Degradation
2 Jul, 2026

In EV Policy, electrification roadmap: Cars next after 3- & 2-wheelers, Pg8

Delhi government unveils ambitious EV Policy 2026, mandating electrification for 2-wheelers, 3-wheelers, and future 4-wheelers to combat pollution.

Vulnerable SectionsE Governance
2 Jul, 2026

New EPF Scheme notified: Most core provisions retained, Pg16

Centre notifies new EPF Scheme 2026, retaining core provisions, simplifying withdrawals, and aligning with Social Security Code 2020 for enhanced compliance.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE Governance
2 Jul, 2026

How insurance regulator aims to curb tricky dark patterns, Pg16

IRDAI launches major crackdown on 'dark patterns' and mis-selling in insurance, commissioning a nine-month study to boost consumer trust.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE Governance
1 Jul, 2026

Criminal justice system’s digital push aims for a full roll-out by next year, Pg12

India's criminal justice system targets full digital rollout by 2027, integrating police, courts, and forensics under new criminal laws.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
1 Jul, 2026

Data doubts, Pg8

India's industrial output hits 5.1% in May 2026, but MoSPI's opaque data methodology changes and core sector discrepancies spark serious doubts.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
1 Jul, 2026

Pure EVs over hybrids: Divergence of views in Govt led to change in draft plan, Pg6

Delhi's EV Policy 2026 scraps strong hybrid tax breaks, prioritizing pure EVs after intense government debate on pollution control and charging infrastructure challenges.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
1 Jul, 2026

Semicon Mission 2.0: FinMin panel clears Rs 1.25 lakh crore, Pg20

Expenditure Finance Committee greenlights massive Rs 1.25 lakh crore outlay for India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, aiming to build a robust domestic chip ecosystem.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE Governance
1 Jul, 2026

Year after UMEED, waqf database shows 11% applications rejected, a third from UP, Pg15

UMEED portal rejects 11% of Waqf property applications, leaving 88,571 properties in limbo; Uttar Pradesh leads with 36% of rejections, raising concerns.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRole of Civil Services in a Democracy
1 Jul, 2026

PM takes stock of progress in deregulation, reforms, Pg13

PM Modi reviews deregulation and reforms with Central Secretaries, pushing 'Ease of Doing Business' and 'Ease of Living' through a whole-of-government approach.

E GovernanceInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
1 Jul, 2026

Before AI window closes, build sovereign compute, Pg12

India urged to build sovereign AI compute, leveraging its talent, light-touch regulation, and $160 billion infrastructure investment before the global AI window closes.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentEthics and Human Interface
1 Jul, 2026

A question in wake of Great Nicobar project: Is what can be justified also just?, Pg12

Great Nicobar project ignites fierce debate over tribal displacement and ecological devastation, challenging the state's ethical duty and public trust doctrine.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
1 Jul, 2026

New FCRA rules shrink space for civic action, Pg11

Controversial FCRA Amendment Rules 2026 tighten executive grip on NGOs, demanding granular disclosures and shrinking civic action space.

Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorE Governance
30 Jun, 2026

Govt. launches platform to track maternal, child health, Pg14

Union Minister Amit Shah launches PM-FCT digital platform for real-time tracking of maternal, child health, nutrition, and welfare, piloted in Gujarat.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
30 Jun, 2026

Why are States opposing VB-G RAM G, Pg14

States oppose new VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme replacing MGNREGA, citing 40% financial burden and centralisation of power, sparking federalism concerns.

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