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Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Ethics and Human Interface

There are no easy villains or answers, Pg11

Gig workers' strike exposes the dark side of India's booming gig economy, demanding fair wages and social security.

9 Jan, 2026

There are no easy villains or answers, Pg11

Gig workers' strike exposes the dark side of India's booming gig economy, demanding fair wages and social security.

9 Jan, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Exploitation is built into gig work, Pg11

Gig workers' exploitation persists due to classification loopholes; labor laws fail to protect them, demanding government intervention for recognition and rights.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

9 Jan, 2026

Exploitation is built into gig work, Pg11

Gig workers' exploitation persists due to classification loopholes; labor laws fail to protect them, demanding government intervention for recognition and rights.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Scientist, 'people's ecologist', voice of Western Ghats, forests, rivers, communities, Pg1

Madhav Gadgil, renowned ecologist and Western Ghats expert, passes away; his report on protecting the Ghats remains influential.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

9 Jan, 2026

Scientist, 'people's ecologist', voice of Western Ghats, forests, rivers, communities, Pg1

Madhav Gadgil, renowned ecologist and Western Ghats expert, passes away; his report on protecting the Ghats remains influential.

9 Jan, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Stock brokers can now offer services overseen by regulators like RBI, IRDAI, Pg13

SEBI permits stock brokers to offer financial services regulated by RBI, IRDAI, expanding business models under respective regulatory frameworks.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

9 Jan, 2026

Stock brokers can now offer services overseen by regulators like RBI, IRDAI, Pg13

SEBI permits stock brokers to offer financial services regulated by RBI, IRDAI, expanding business models under respective regulatory frameworks.

9 Jan, 2026

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Can private reserves restore wildlife and keep tourism gentle?, PgII

Jabarkhet Nature Reserve exemplifies private conservation efforts, balancing tourism with wildlife preservation in Mussoorie's fragile Himalayan ecosystem through community involvement.

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

8 Jan, 2026

Can private reserves restore wildlife and keep tourism gentle?, PgII

Jabarkhet Nature Reserve exemplifies private conservation efforts, balancing tourism with wildlife preservation in Mussoorie's fragile Himalayan ecosystem through community involvement.

8 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Norms issued to compound minor drug violations, Pg12

CDSCO introduces guidelines for compounding minor drug violations, allowing pharma firms to pay penalties instead of court appearances for certain contraventions.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

8 Jan, 2026

Norms issued to compound minor drug violations, Pg12

CDSCO introduces guidelines for compounding minor drug violations, allowing pharma firms to pay penalties instead of court appearances for certain contraventions.

8 Jan, 2026

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

India’s progress on its climate targets, Pg8

India's climate targets face challenges: rising emissions, coal dependence, and forest governance issues hinder true ecological impact despite progress.

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

8 Jan, 2026

India’s progress on its climate targets, Pg8

India's climate targets face challenges: rising emissions, coal dependence, and forest governance issues hinder true ecological impact despite progress.

8 Jan, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

Census first phase to be held from April 1 to Sept. 30 this year, Pg12

India's Census 2027 first phase starts April 1, 2026, featuring digital data collection and caste enumeration for first time.

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

8 Jan, 2026

Census first phase to be held from April 1 to Sept. 30 this year, Pg12

India's Census 2027 first phase starts April 1, 2026, featuring digital data collection and caste enumeration for first time.

8 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Technology in Aid of Farmers

Centre seeks comments on draft Pesticides Bill, Pg10

Agriculture Ministry releases draft Pesticides Management Bill, 2025, proposing stricter regulations and enhanced penalties for spurious pesticides, feedback invited by February 4, 2026.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Technology in Aid of Farmers

8 Jan, 2026

Centre seeks comments on draft Pesticides Bill, Pg10

Agriculture Ministry releases draft Pesticides Management Bill, 2025, proposing stricter regulations and enhanced penalties for spurious pesticides, feedback invited by February 4, 2026.

8 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Number of public health facilities certified under NQAS, Pg8

Over 50,000 public health facilities nationwide receive certification under National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) by Union Health Ministry.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

8 Jan, 2026

Number of public health facilities certified under NQAS, Pg8

Over 50,000 public health facilities nationwide receive certification under National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) by Union Health Ministry.

8 Jan, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Diaspora

Youth leadership is key to Viksit Bharat, Pg7

Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue empowers youth to shape India's future, engaging 50 lakh in nationwide discussions for Viksit Bharat 2047.

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Diaspora

8 Jan, 2026

Youth leadership is key to Viksit Bharat, Pg7

Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue empowers youth to shape India's future, engaging 50 lakh in nationwide discussions for Viksit Bharat 2047.

8 Jan, 2026

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Basics of Cyber Security Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate Accountability and Ethical Governance

‘Natgrid’, the search engine of digital authoritarianism, Pg6

NATGRID's integration with NPR raises concerns over mass surveillance, lacking statutory framework, and potential for biased algorithmic policing, threatening civil liberties.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Basics of Cyber Security Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate Accountability and Ethical Governance

8 Jan, 2026

‘Natgrid’, the search engine of digital authoritarianism, Pg6

NATGRID's integration with NPR raises concerns over mass surveillance, lacking statutory framework, and potential for biased algorithmic policing, threatening civil liberties.

8 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting

The middle path, Pg6

Tamil Nadu introduces Assured Pension Scheme, balancing electoral promises with fiscal prudence amidst debt concerns and revenue growth challenges.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting

8 Jan, 2026

The middle path, Pg6

Tamil Nadu introduces Assured Pension Scheme, balancing electoral promises with fiscal prudence amidst debt concerns and revenue growth challenges.

8 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

A 2026 wish for criticism that improves policy, protects reform, Pg9

Minister urges constructive criticism for policy improvement, highlighting India's progress in poverty reduction, financial inclusion, and infrastructure development.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

8 Jan, 2026

A 2026 wish for criticism that improves policy, protects reform, Pg9

Minister urges constructive criticism for policy improvement, highlighting India's progress in poverty reduction, financial inclusion, and infrastructure development.

8 Jan, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

Census house-listing from April 1 with option for self-enumeration, Pg5

India's Census 2027 house-listing starts April 2026 with digital self-enumeration for the first time since 1931.

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

8 Jan, 2026

Census house-listing from April 1 with option for self-enumeration, Pg5

India's Census 2027 house-listing starts April 2026 with digital self-enumeration for the first time since 1931.

8 Jan, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

In relaxing Gujarat liquor law, tightrope of foreign investment, local sentiment, Pg10

Gujarat eases liquor laws in GIFT City to attract foreign investment amid social sensitivities and political considerations.

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

8 Jan, 2026

In relaxing Gujarat liquor law, tightrope of foreign investment, local sentiment, Pg10

Gujarat eases liquor laws in GIFT City to attract foreign investment amid social sensitivities and political considerations.

8 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Not just forests: why grasslands also belong in national climate plans, PgII

UN report highlights grasslands' crucial role in climate action, urging inclusion in national climate plans and integrated ecosystem management.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

7 Jan, 2026

Not just forests: why grasslands also belong in national climate plans, PgII

UN report highlights grasslands' crucial role in climate action, urging inclusion in national climate plans and integrated ecosystem management.

7 Jan, 2026

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

Rethinking India’s skilling outcomes, Pg10

India's skilling ecosystem faces accountability crisis despite substantial investment; reforms needed for industry integration and effective skill council functioning.

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

7 Jan, 2026

Rethinking India’s skilling outcomes, Pg10

India's skilling ecosystem faces accountability crisis despite substantial investment; reforms needed for industry integration and effective skill council functioning.

7 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

India’s academic openness under strain, Pg9

Academic freedom in India faces challenges as critical scholars encounter visa issues, impacting intellectual diversity and global research collaboration.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

7 Jan, 2026

India’s academic openness under strain, Pg9

Academic freedom in India faces challenges as critical scholars encounter visa issues, impacting intellectual diversity and global research collaboration.

7 Jan, 2026

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