Governance

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Urbanization, Problems and RemediesDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
13 May, 2026

Last villages set to turn ‘urban’: What will change?, Pg4

Delhi's last 48 villages transition to 'urban' status, promising improved amenities but facing implementation challenges and land-use regulation changes.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
12 May, 2026

Physical activity has stalled for 20 years, hurting health and climate, PgII

Global physical inactivity persists, widening socio-economic health gaps; climate-friendly activity initiatives need equitable, localized strategies for low-income countries.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryE Governance
12 May, 2026

SC launches ‘One Case One Data’ and ‘Su Sahay’ chatbot, Pg12

Supreme Court's 'One Case One Data' initiative integrates judicial administration digitally; 'Su Sahay' AI chatbot launched for litigant assistance.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
12 May, 2026

A decentralised solution for waste crisis, Pg8

Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, centralizes power, undermining federalism and local governance in environmental policy implementation.

E GovernanceInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
12 May, 2026

'Continue driving...': Delhi gets its first barrier-free toll plaza on UER-II, Pg4

Delhi unveils India's second barrier-free toll plaza, revolutionizing highway toll collection with advanced RFID and ANPR technology for seamless, faster commutes.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
12 May, 2026

Second day, PM makes austerity push, invokes Covid-era habits, Pg1

PM urges austerity amidst West Asia conflict, promoting 'Covid-era' habits, local products, and reduced gold/fuel consumption to safeguard forex reserves.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
11 May, 2026

Cost to access, Pg8

Labour Ministry's free health check-up for workers faces access challenges, excluding informal sector and neglecting occupational hazards.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE GovernanceInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
11 May, 2026

Who counts India's road accident deaths, why data see discrepancies, Pg17

Data discrepancies plague India's road accident statistics despite e-DAR initiative, raising concerns over accuracy and policy effectiveness.

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

EVs in India have moved on subsidies. Delhi policy shows clearer path, Pg15

Delhi's EV Policy 2.0 proposes phasing out ICE vehicles; CAFE-3 norms revision faces delays, hindering India's electrification goals.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
11 May, 2026

Plea bargaining, a reform new criminal laws missed, Pg15

Experts call for reforms in India's plea bargaining system to reduce case pendency and ensure fair trials.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
10 May, 2026

Central govt. operationalises Labour Codes, Pg1

Central government fully operationalises four Labour Codes via gazette notifications, ensuring minimum wage and universal social security for all workers.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
10 May, 2026

Central Ridge gets 'reserved forest' tag, Pg5

Delhi's Central Ridge gets 'reserved forest' status after 32 years, enhancing ecological protection and preventing encroachments.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
9 May, 2026

Sebi proposes overhaul of buyback framework, Pg23

SEBI proposes revamped buyback framework, reintroducing open market share buybacks via exchanges with shortened 66-day execution timelines.

Inclusive GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
9 May, 2026

MGNREGS scale, workdays fell in 2025-26, finds study, Pg12

MGNREGS faces sharp contraction in scale and reach in 2025-26, with fewer workdays and income loss.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
9 May, 2026

NITI Aayog flags low student retention, learning outcomes, Pg12

NITI Aayog reveals alarming school dropout rates and learning deficits, advocating for composite schools and infrastructure upgrades to improve education quality.

Parliament and State LegislaturesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE Governance
9 May, 2026

The elephant in India’s data room, Pg8

India's fragmented data system leads to inefficiencies, costing 4-7% of welfare spending annually, hindering policy and economic growth.

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

Little time to adapt, loss of livelihood: Auto industry opposes proposed two-wheeler ban, Pg6

Auto industry opposes Delhi's proposed ban on ICE two-wheelers citing livelihood loss, import dependence, and economic instability concerns.

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

Nicobar gram sabhas signed off on infra project without 50% quorum, Pg1

Andaman & Nicobar administration bypassed FRA quorum norms for ₹92,000-crore Great Nicobar project, raising tribal consent concerns.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
7 May, 2026

Centre mandates local committees to oversee and govern schools, Pg12

Education Ministry mandates School Management Committees (SMCs) nationwide, empowering local bodies with financial and operational control aligning with NEP 2020.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorGovernment Budgeting
7 May, 2026

Fixing structural deficits in India’s health system, Pg6

India's healthcare faces critical specialist shortages in rural areas despite increased medical seats, highlighting structural deficits and flawed budgetary focus.

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