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Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Food Processing and Related Industries

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories Launches India’s First Accreditation Scheme for Mobile Food Testing Laboratories

NABL launches India's first accreditation scheme for mobile food testing labs, enhancing food safety surveillance and consumer confidence through quality-assured services closer to communities.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Food Processing and Related Industries

11 Aug, 2026

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories Launches India’s First Accreditation Scheme for Mobile Food Testing Laboratories

NABL launches India's first accreditation scheme for mobile food testing labs, enhancing food safety surveillance and consumer confidence through quality-assured services closer to communities.

11 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Invasive species spawns India's first fishermen-driven removal initiative, Pg9

Ujani reservoir battles invasive fish species decimating native biodiversity and livelihoods, prompting India's first community-driven removal and restocking program.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

10 Aug, 2026

Invasive species spawns India's first fishermen-driven removal initiative, Pg9

Ujani reservoir battles invasive fish species decimating native biodiversity and livelihoods, prompting India's first community-driven removal and restocking program.

10 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India achieves 300 GW RE capacity, 60% of 2030 target, Pg15

India crosses 300 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity, achieving 60% of its 2030 target, marking a major milestone in clean energy transition.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

10 Aug, 2026

India achieves 300 GW RE capacity, 60% of 2030 target, Pg15

India crosses 300 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity, achieving 60% of its 2030 target, marking a major milestone in clean energy transition.

10 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

FDI Threshold For CCEA Approval To Be Raised To Rs 15,000 Crore, Pg15

Government considers tripling FDI approval threshold for CCEA to Rs 15,000 crore, aiming to significantly boost foreign investment and enhance ease of doing business.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

10 Aug, 2026

FDI Threshold For CCEA Approval To Be Raised To Rs 15,000 Crore, Pg15

Government considers tripling FDI approval threshold for CCEA to Rs 15,000 crore, aiming to significantly boost foreign investment and enhance ease of doing business.

10 Aug, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Dovish RBI's core inflation views leave economists unconvinced, Pg15

Headline CPI inflation rose to 4.38% in June, but RBI's dovish focus on steady core inflation at 3.9% leaves economists unconvinced.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

10 Aug, 2026

Dovish RBI's core inflation views leave economists unconvinced, Pg15

Headline CPI inflation rose to 4.38% in June, but RBI's dovish focus on steady core inflation at 3.9% leaves economists unconvinced.

10 Aug, 2026

Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Unlocking Rural Enterprise Growth , Pg15

Report highlights 43 million rural enterprises can bridge India's 7-8 million annual job gap, urging integrated policy beyond piecemeal credit.

Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

10 Aug, 2026

Unlocking Rural Enterprise Growth , Pg15

Report highlights 43 million rural enterprises can bridge India's 7-8 million annual job gap, urging integrated policy beyond piecemeal credit.

10 Aug, 2026

Inclusive Growth Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

To Lower Cost of Credit, Track Information Asymmetries, Pg12

RBI's low real rates boost credit but risk NPAs; digital public infrastructure can structurally reduce lending costs by tackling information asymmetry.

Inclusive Growth Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

10 Aug, 2026

To Lower Cost of Credit, Track Information Asymmetries, Pg12

RBI's low real rates boost credit but risk NPAs; digital public infrastructure can structurally reduce lending costs by tackling information asymmetry.

10 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Accountability and Ethical Governance

Trust Is Key, Tech Fund Needs More Guardrails, Pg12

Investigation reveals significant conflict of interest in government's deep-tech R&D fund, raising concerns about transparency and public accountability in fund allocation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Accountability and Ethical Governance

10 Aug, 2026

Trust Is Key, Tech Fund Needs More Guardrails, Pg12

Investigation reveals significant conflict of interest in government's deep-tech R&D fund, raising concerns about transparency and public accountability in fund allocation.

10 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Row Around Who Gets To Prescribe Modern Drugs, Pg11

Maharashtra doctors strike against allowing homeopaths to prescribe allopathic drugs after bridge course, sparking debate on medical system integration and regulatory challenges.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

10 Aug, 2026

Row Around Who Gets To Prescribe Modern Drugs, Pg11

Maharashtra doctors strike against allowing homeopaths to prescribe allopathic drugs after bridge course, sparking debate on medical system integration and regulatory challenges.

10 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers

Bill on financial evidence: Critical overhaul, but concerns remain, Pg11

Lok Sabha clears Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill 2026, modernizing colonial-era law for digital banking, but experts raise data privacy and digital safeguard concerns.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers

10 Aug, 2026

Bill on financial evidence: Critical overhaul, but concerns remain, Pg11

Lok Sabha clears Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill 2026, modernizing colonial-era law for digital banking, but experts raise data privacy and digital safeguard concerns.

10 Aug, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

In its first month, VB-G RAM G sees almost 50% y-o-y dip in rural jobs, Pg3

New VB-GRAM G rural job scheme sees nearly 50% year-on-year decline in employment generation during its first month, impacting rural demand.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

10 Aug, 2026

In its first month, VB-G RAM G sees almost 50% y-o-y dip in rural jobs, Pg3

New VB-GRAM G rural job scheme sees nearly 50% year-on-year decline in employment generation during its first month, impacting rural demand.

10 Aug, 2026

Indian Society and Diversity of India Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Ladakh to lead Independent India’s first caste census, Pg1

Ladakh pioneers Independent India's first caste census from August 17, employing digital and paper schedules amidst border security considerations.

Indian Society and Diversity of India Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

10 Aug, 2026

Ladakh to lead Independent India’s first caste census, Pg1

Ladakh pioneers Independent India's first caste census from August 17, employing digital and paper schedules amidst border security considerations.

10 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Centre Says Report On Theatre Commands Under Consideration, Pg12

Government considers final report on theatre commands, aiming for integrated war-fighting structures under Chief of Defence Staff for enhanced military efficiency.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

10 Aug, 2026

Centre Says Report On Theatre Commands Under Consideration, Pg12

Government considers final report on theatre commands, aiming for integrated war-fighting structures under Chief of Defence Staff for enhanced military efficiency.

10 Aug, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

BJP MP Lists Bill on Restriction of Social Media for Children, Pg11

BJP MP introduces 'Shield Bill, 2025' to restrict social media access for minors under 13 without parental consent, imposing hefty penalties on non-compliant platforms.

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

10 Aug, 2026

BJP MP Lists Bill on Restriction of Social Media for Children, Pg11

BJP MP introduces 'Shield Bill, 2025' to restrict social media access for minors under 13 without parental consent, imposing hefty penalties on non-compliant platforms.

10 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Area of safe haven carved out for lions in Gujarat, Pg8

Gujarat forest department establishes 100-hectare enclosure at Ambardi Safari Park to house Asiatic lions involved in human attacks, mitigating conflict.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

10 Aug, 2026

Area of safe haven carved out for lions in Gujarat, Pg8

Gujarat forest department establishes 100-hectare enclosure at Ambardi Safari Park to house Asiatic lions involved in human attacks, mitigating conflict.

10 Aug, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

The cost of unconditional cash transfers, Pg7

Delhi's Lakshmi Yojana sparks debate on fiscal burden of Unconditional Cash Transfers, potentially diverting funds from critical public services like health and education.

Women and Women's Organizations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

10 Aug, 2026

The cost of unconditional cash transfers, Pg7

Delhi's Lakshmi Yojana sparks debate on fiscal burden of Unconditional Cash Transfers, potentially diverting funds from critical public services like health and education.

10 Aug, 2026

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Mediating Telangana’s Inter-State Issues, Pg7

Telangana prepares to present Krishna river water disputes against Karnataka at the Southern Zonal Council meeting, seeking Centre's intervention.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

10 Aug, 2026

Mediating Telangana’s Inter-State Issues, Pg7

Telangana prepares to present Krishna river water disputes against Karnataka at the Southern Zonal Council meeting, seeking Centre's intervention.

10 Aug, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Competition Commission of India (CCI) hosts BRICS Heads of Competition Authorities 2026 meeting

India's CCI hosted BRICS competition authorities in Udaipur, fostering cooperation on fair competition, digital markets, and sustainable renewable energy sector development.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

10 Aug, 2026

Competition Commission of India (CCI) hosts BRICS Heads of Competition Authorities 2026 meeting

India's CCI hosted BRICS competition authorities in Udaipur, fostering cooperation on fair competition, digital markets, and sustainable renewable energy sector development.

10 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance Citizens Charters and Institutional Measures for Transparency

Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS)

CPGRAMS transforms public grievance redressal through digital innovation, AI, and citizen-centric reforms, ensuring accountability and transparency across government.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance Citizens Charters and Institutional Measures for Transparency

10 Aug, 2026

Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS)

CPGRAMS transforms public grievance redressal through digital innovation, AI, and citizen-centric reforms, ensuring accountability and transparency across government.

10 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India Achieves Landmark 300 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity

India surpasses 300 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity, achieving over 60% of its 2030 target, bolstering clean energy transition and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

10 Aug, 2026

India Achieves Landmark 300 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity

India surpasses 300 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity, achieving over 60% of its 2030 target, bolstering clean energy transition and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

10 Aug, 2026

Governance

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories Launches India’s First Accreditation Scheme for Mobile Food Testing Laboratories

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories Launches India’s First Accreditation Scheme for Mobile Food Testing Laboratories

Invasive species spawns India's first fishermen-driven removal initiative, Pg9

Invasive species spawns India's first fishermen-driven removal initiative, Pg9

India achieves 300 GW RE capacity, 60% of 2030 target, Pg15

India achieves 300 GW RE capacity, 60% of 2030 target, Pg15

FDI Threshold For CCEA Approval To Be Raised To Rs 15,000 Crore, Pg15

FDI Threshold For CCEA Approval To Be Raised To Rs 15,000 Crore, Pg15

Dovish RBI's core inflation views leave economists unconvinced, Pg15

Dovish RBI's core inflation views leave economists unconvinced, Pg15

Unlocking Rural Enterprise Growth , Pg15

Unlocking Rural Enterprise Growth , Pg15

To Lower Cost of Credit, Track Information Asymmetries, Pg12

To Lower Cost of Credit, Track Information Asymmetries, Pg12

Trust Is Key, Tech Fund Needs More Guardrails, Pg12

Trust Is Key, Tech Fund Needs More Guardrails, Pg12

Row Around Who Gets To Prescribe Modern Drugs, Pg11

Row Around Who Gets To Prescribe Modern Drugs, Pg11

Bill on financial evidence: Critical overhaul, but concerns remain, Pg11

Bill on financial evidence: Critical overhaul, but concerns remain, Pg11

In its first month, VB-G RAM G sees almost 50% y-o-y dip in rural jobs, Pg3

In its first month, VB-G RAM G sees almost 50% y-o-y dip in rural jobs, Pg3

Ladakh to lead Independent India’s first caste census, Pg1

Ladakh to lead Independent India’s first caste census, Pg1

Centre Says Report On Theatre Commands Under Consideration, Pg12

Centre Says Report On Theatre Commands Under Consideration, Pg12

BJP MP Lists Bill on Restriction of Social Media for Children, Pg11

BJP MP Lists Bill on Restriction of Social Media for Children, Pg11

Area of safe haven carved out for lions in Gujarat, Pg8

Area of safe haven carved out for lions in Gujarat, Pg8

The cost of unconditional cash transfers, Pg7

The cost of unconditional cash transfers, Pg7

Mediating Telangana’s Inter-State Issues, Pg7

Mediating Telangana’s Inter-State Issues, Pg7

Competition Commission of India (CCI) hosts BRICS Heads of Competition Authorities 2026 meeting

Competition Commission of India (CCI) hosts BRICS Heads of Competition Authorities 2026 meeting

Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS)

Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS)

India Achieves Landmark 300 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity

India Achieves Landmark 300 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity

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