Governance

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Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEducation Sector
30 Jan, 2026

Supreme Court stays new UGC rules on caste bias: 'Will divide society' (Asks govt to set up panel of top jurists to study issue), Pg1

Supreme Court halts UGC's 2026 equity regulations fearing societal division, mandates review panel and reinstates 2012 rules.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
29 Jan, 2026

66% sanitation workers in Central govt. from SC, ST, OBC groups: DoPT report, Pg14

DoPT report reveals 66% of sanitation workers in Central government are from SC, ST, and OBC groups.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies
29 Jan, 2026

Can the ED file writ petitions before Courts?, Pg10

Supreme Court to examine if ED can file writ petitions; Kerala and Tamil Nadu challenge ED's authority.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
29 Jan, 2026

Health Ministry eases drug trial norms; cuts licence requirement, Pg14

Health Ministry eases drug trial norms, replacing test license with intimation for non-commercial manufacture, boosting pharmaceutical research and innovation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
29 Jan, 2026

Govt. streamlines process to get green consent, Pg12

Environment Ministry streamlines green consent process via single application, reduces approval times, and extends validity, easing compliance for industries.

ArchitectureWomen and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
29 Jan, 2026

India, the beautiful — but first, India the functional, Pg8

India's tourism sector lags behind despite rich offerings; revamp needed in image, infrastructure, and visitor experience to boost growth.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDisaster and Disaster Management
29 Jan, 2026

Abysmal failure, Pg8

Kolkata warehouse fire kills 11 migrant workers due to safety lapses and administrative negligence before assembly elections.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
29 Jan, 2026

New Solid Waste Management Rules notified, larger onus on bulk generators, Pg2

New Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 mandate waste segregation at source, placing greater responsibility on bulk waste generators.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE Governance
29 Jan, 2026

‘Can verify age on Aadhaar app under DPDP Act’, Pg15

UIDAI introduces Aadhaar app enabling age verification under DPDP Act, enhancing data privacy and security for citizens.

Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
29 Jan, 2026

House Panel flagged safety gaps in charter planes months ago, Pg14

Parliamentary panel reveals critical safety oversight gaps in India's rapidly expanding private and charter aviation sector, raising concerns after Baramati air crash.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Governance
28 Jan, 2026

In a first, private technical staff set to assist officials in digital Census, Pg10

India's 2027 Census to be digital-first with private tech staff assisting; enumerators to use mobile apps.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
28 Jan, 2026

Future of work: India’s youth under the new Codes, Pg7

New Labour Codes aim to formalize India's workforce, yet youth employment crisis persists with informal work and social security gaps.

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

A spark to drive India’s e-LCV transition, Pg6

India proposes fuel consumption standards for light commercial vehicles (LCVs) from 2027-2032, aiming to boost electric vehicle adoption.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Governance
28 Jan, 2026

16 languages, 1 portal and 1 reference ID: How Census self-enumeration will work, Pg7

Census 2027 to offer self-enumeration in 16 languages with unique reference ID for streamlined data integration.

Health SectorEducation SectorE GovernanceScience and Technology in Everyday Life
28 Jan, 2026

Meghalaya's AI story is a template for inclusive tech (Leveraging data-driven governance systems, Meghalaya has reduced its maternal mortality rate by nearly 50 per cent, a metric that showcases AI's capacity to save lives when deployed thoughtfu..., Pg12

Meghalaya emerges as AI hub, reduces maternal mortality by 50% using data-driven governance, attracting central support for AI development.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
28 Jan, 2026

No discrimination against anybody: Govt after protests on new UGC norms ('EQUITY REGULATIONS'), Pg3

UGC's new 'equity regulations' face protests over potential misuse and discrimination against general category students, prompting government reassurance and resignations.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
27 Jan, 2026

Uproar intensifies against new UGC equity regulations, Pg12

UGC's 2026 equity regulations face backlash over caste discrimination definition and alleged bias against general category students.

Population and Associated IssuesSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
27 Jan, 2026

Method to count caste during Census not yet decided, clarity likely by July: officials, Pg10

Caste enumeration methodology for Census 2027 delayed; final questionnaire expected by September amid opposition scrutiny and digital data collection.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
27 Jan, 2026

India’s biggest climate gap could be language, Pg6

India's climate action hindered by language gap; effective communication crucial for translating science into actionable policies and building community resilience.

Inclusive GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
27 Jan, 2026

Playing hide and seek on employment guarantee, Pg6

Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act (VB – G RAM G Act) faces criticism for potentially undermining MGNREGA's employment guarantee.

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