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

DPDP Act does not ‘dilute’ RTI Act, A-G says in opinion, Pg10

Attorney-General asserts DPDP Act doesn't weaken RTI, citing Section 8(2) allowing disclosure when public interest outweighs privacy concerns.

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

10 Jan, 2026

DPDP Act does not ‘dilute’ RTI Act, A-G says in opinion, Pg10

Attorney-General asserts DPDP Act doesn't weaken RTI, citing Section 8(2) allowing disclosure when public interest outweighs privacy concerns.

10 Jan, 2026

E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Shah launches database on bomb blasts in India, Pg10

Amit Shah launches NIDMS, a national database of bomb blasts since 1999, enhancing terror investigation with AI-driven analysis.

E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

10 Jan, 2026

Shah launches database on bomb blasts in India, Pg10

Amit Shah launches NIDMS, a national database of bomb blasts since 1999, enhancing terror investigation with AI-driven analysis.

10 Jan, 2026

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance

All candidates will have to undergo face authentication at exam venues, says UPSC, Pg8

UPSC mandates face authentication for all candidates using AI, following successful pilot project to enhance exam integrity and security.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance

10 Jan, 2026

All candidates will have to undergo face authentication at exam venues, says UPSC, Pg8

UPSC mandates face authentication for all candidates using AI, following successful pilot project to enhance exam integrity and security.

10 Jan, 2026

Inclusive Growth Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

DD News to air content by digital creators, Pg1

DD News launches 'Creator's Corner' to broadcast digital content, aiming to boost creator economy and promote diverse themes.

Inclusive Growth Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

10 Jan, 2026

DD News to air content by digital creators, Pg1

DD News launches 'Creator's Corner' to broadcast digital content, aiming to boost creator economy and promote diverse themes.

10 Jan, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

The Phaltan case is also about a victim’s dignity, Pg6

Phaltan case highlights victim's dignity violation; questions raised on administrative failure and societal mindset despite legal safeguards for women.

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

10 Jan, 2026

The Phaltan case is also about a victim’s dignity, Pg6

Phaltan case highlights victim's dignity violation; questions raised on administrative failure and societal mindset despite legal safeguards for women.

10 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

Creator's Corner on DD News to air content by digital influencers, Pg7

Prasar Bharati launches 'Creator's Corner' on DD News, offering digital influencers prime time slots and revenue sharing.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

10 Jan, 2026

Creator's Corner on DD News to air content by digital influencers, Pg7

Prasar Bharati launches 'Creator's Corner' on DD News, offering digital influencers prime time slots and revenue sharing.

10 Jan, 2026

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Science and Technology in Everyday Life Basics of Cyber Security

Jointly develop tools to combat digital fraud: RBI Governor, Pg15

RBI urges collaborative development of AI tools to combat rising digital fraud, focusing on mule account detection and pre-emptive measures.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Science and Technology in Everyday Life Basics of Cyber Security

10 Jan, 2026

Jointly develop tools to combat digital fraud: RBI Governor, Pg15

RBI urges collaborative development of AI tools to combat rising digital fraud, focusing on mule account detection and pre-emptive measures.

10 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Sebi proposes to simplify trading framework at stock exchanges, Pg15

SEBI proposes simplified trading framework, easing compliance and boosting flexibility for stock exchanges and commodity derivatives exchanges.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

10 Jan, 2026

Sebi proposes to simplify trading framework at stock exchanges, Pg15

SEBI proposes simplified trading framework, easing compliance and boosting flexibility for stock exchanges and commodity derivatives exchanges.

10 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

High-quality education needs trust between state and institutions, Pg10

NEP 2020 drives higher education reforms: ANRF, RDI scheme, 4-year UG courses, and Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

10 Jan, 2026

High-quality education needs trust between state and institutions, Pg10

NEP 2020 drives higher education reforms: ANRF, RDI scheme, 4-year UG courses, and Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025.

10 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Why awareness about folic acid is the key to prevent Spina Bifida, PgII

India grapples with high Spina Bifida rates; Experts advocate for national folic acid awareness and food fortification programs.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

9 Jan, 2026

Why awareness about folic acid is the key to prevent Spina Bifida, PgII

India grapples with high Spina Bifida rates; Experts advocate for national folic acid awareness and food fortification programs.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Govt. seeks feedback on draft Bill to regulate pesticides, promote ‘safe and effective’ use, Pg14

Government proposes Pesticides Management Bill, 2020 to replace Insecticides Act, 1968, emphasizing safe, effective pesticide use and reduced environmental risk.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

9 Jan, 2026

Govt. seeks feedback on draft Bill to regulate pesticides, promote ‘safe and effective’ use, Pg14

Government proposes Pesticides Management Bill, 2020 to replace Insecticides Act, 1968, emphasizing safe, effective pesticide use and reduced environmental risk.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Space Technology

ISRO and the next big challenge, Pg12

ISRO faces challenges in complex missions, governance, and competitiveness amid liberalization; needs comprehensive space law and industrial ecosystem development.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Space Technology

9 Jan, 2026

ISRO and the next big challenge, Pg12

ISRO faces challenges in complex missions, governance, and competitiveness amid liberalization; needs comprehensive space law and industrial ecosystem development.

9 Jan, 2026

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

Is the 10-minute delivery model necessary?, Pg11

Gig workers' unions demand withdrawal of 10-minute delivery for safety; experts debate regulatory framework and social security amid evolving Labour Codes.

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

9 Jan, 2026

Is the 10-minute delivery model necessary?, Pg11

Gig workers' unions demand withdrawal of 10-minute delivery for safety; experts debate regulatory framework and social security amid evolving Labour Codes.

9 Jan, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Top court’s green governance, cause for uncertainty, Pg10

Supreme Court's environmental rulings face scrutiny over regulatory overreach, expertise, and impacts on governance stability, creating uncertainty.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

9 Jan, 2026

Top court’s green governance, cause for uncertainty, Pg10

Supreme Court's environmental rulings face scrutiny over regulatory overreach, expertise, and impacts on governance stability, creating uncertainty.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

Centre to launch new scheme to aid victims of road accidents soon, Pg1

Centre's new scheme offers ₹1.5 lakh cashless treatment for road accident victims and ₹25,000 award for Good Samaritans.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

9 Jan, 2026

Centre to launch new scheme to aid victims of road accidents soon, Pg1

Centre's new scheme offers ₹1.5 lakh cashless treatment for road accident victims and ₹25,000 award for Good Samaritans.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Conditional ease, Pg10

CDSCO's new guidelines allow compounding minor drug violations, offering firms a chance to pay fines instead of facing prosecution.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

9 Jan, 2026

Conditional ease, Pg10

CDSCO's new guidelines allow compounding minor drug violations, offering firms a chance to pay fines instead of facing prosecution.

9 Jan, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Translation to paperwork: How AI is making its case in courts, tribunals & errors, Pg9

AI transforms Indian judiciary: TERES, Adalat AI streamline court processes, enhance accuracy, and reduce workload, improving access to justice.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life

9 Jan, 2026

Translation to paperwork: How AI is making its case in courts, tribunals & errors, Pg9

AI transforms Indian judiciary: TERES, Adalat AI streamline court processes, enhance accuracy, and reduce workload, improving access to justice.

9 Jan, 2026

Architecture Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

As monument conservation opens up to pvt sector, ASI's sole mandate ends, Pg9

Private sector to join monument conservation, ending ASI's sole mandate; 250 monuments listed for corporate adoption.

Architecture Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

9 Jan, 2026

As monument conservation opens up to pvt sector, ASI's sole mandate ends, Pg9

Private sector to join monument conservation, ending ASI's sole mandate; 250 monuments listed for corporate adoption.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

PRAGATI: Of 53 power projects reviewed by PM, 43 commissioned so far, Pg13

PRAGATI initiative accelerates power project commissioning: 43 projects worth ₹3.02 lakh crore completed, enhancing power availability and grid reliability.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

9 Jan, 2026

PRAGATI: Of 53 power projects reviewed by PM, 43 commissioned so far, Pg13

PRAGATI initiative accelerates power project commissioning: 43 projects worth ₹3.02 lakh crore completed, enhancing power availability and grid reliability.

9 Jan, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors