Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections24 athletes added to TOPS; archery receives extra push, Pg17Government expands Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), inducting 24 new athletes, including 8 compound archers, for enhanced 2028 Olympics preparation.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections2 Jan, 202624 athletes added to TOPS; archery receives extra push, Pg17Government expands Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), inducting 24 new athletes, including 8 compound archers, for enhanced 2028 Olympics preparation.2 Jan, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingAt Rs 1.79 lakh crore, GST revenue growth back in positive zone in December, Pg12GST collections rebound in December 2025 with 1.3% growth, signaling tax system resilience post rate cuts.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment Budgeting2 Jan, 2026At Rs 1.79 lakh crore, GST revenue growth back in positive zone in December, Pg12GST collections rebound in December 2025 with 1.3% growth, signaling tax system resilience post rate cuts.2 Jan, 2026
Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentPFRDA allows banks to set up pension funds to manage NPS, Pg12PFRDA allows scheduled commercial banks to establish pension funds for NPS management, aiming to boost competition and protect subscriber interests.Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment2 Jan, 2026PFRDA allows banks to set up pension funds to manage NPS, Pg12PFRDA allows scheduled commercial banks to establish pension funds for NPS management, aiming to boost competition and protect subscriber interests.2 Jan, 2026
Inclusive GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsInclusive GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsBanking correspondent outlets down 2.3 lakh in FY25: RBI data, Pg12RBI data reveals sharp decline in banking correspondent outlets, threatening financial inclusion and DBT ecosystem in rural India due to policy shortcomings.Inclusive GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsInclusive GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections2 Jan, 2026Banking correspondent outlets down 2.3 lakh in FY25: RBI data, Pg12RBI data reveals sharp decline in banking correspondent outlets, threatening financial inclusion and DBT ecosystem in rural India due to policy shortcomings.2 Jan, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthRelief package may have set stage for Govt exit from Vodafone Idea, stake sale in works, Pg3Vodafone Idea's revival: Government considers stake sale after relief package, aims for profitable exit amidst financial struggles.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth2 Jan, 2026Relief package may have set stage for Govt exit from Vodafone Idea, stake sale in works, Pg3Vodafone Idea's revival: Government considers stake sale after relief package, aims for profitable exit amidst financial struggles.2 Jan, 2026
Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsWomen and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsCentre pre-publishes draft Rules for four Labour Codes, Pg16Centre's draft Labour Codes mandate 48-hour work week, address women's night shift safety, and redefine wage/social security norms.Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsWomen and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections1 Jan, 2026Centre pre-publishes draft Rules for four Labour Codes, Pg16Centre's draft Labour Codes mandate 48-hour work week, address women's night shift safety, and redefine wage/social security norms.1 Jan, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorBan on oral formulations of nimesulide over 100 mg, Pg16Health Ministry bans oral nimesulide formulations above 100mg due to potential liver toxicity risks, effective immediately under Drugs and Cosmetics Act.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector1 Jan, 2026Ban on oral formulations of nimesulide over 100 mg, Pg16Health Ministry bans oral nimesulide formulations above 100mg due to potential liver toxicity risks, effective immediately under Drugs and Cosmetics Act.1 Jan, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorNational drug survey to examine indigenous substance use patterns, Pg16National Drug Use Survey 2026 to assess indigenous substance use, socio-economic impacts across 20 lakh individuals nationwide.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector1 Jan, 2026National drug survey to examine indigenous substance use patterns, Pg16National Drug Use Survey 2026 to assess indigenous substance use, socio-economic impacts across 20 lakh individuals nationwide.1 Jan, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsE GovernanceRobotics and NanotechnologySeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsE GovernanceRobotics and NanotechnologyOn property registration and title, Pg12Supreme Court pushes for land record reforms, suggests blockchain for secure, transparent property registration amidst 'traumatic' property transactions.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsE GovernanceRobotics and NanotechnologySeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsE GovernanceRobotics and Nanotechnology1 Jan, 2026On property registration and title, Pg12Supreme Court pushes for land record reforms, suggests blockchain for secure, transparent property registration amidst 'traumatic' property transactions.1 Jan, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace TechnologyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace TechnologyIndia’s space programme, a people’s space journey, Pg10India's space program propels forward with ambitious goals: lunar missions, space station, and global collaborations, fostering national pride and technological advancement.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace TechnologyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology1 Jan, 2026India’s space programme, a people’s space journey, Pg10India's space program propels forward with ambitious goals: lunar missions, space station, and global collaborations, fostering national pride and technological advancement.1 Jan, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and DegradationGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and DegradationNeed to tackle all pollution sources, change approach, Pg8Delhi's air pollution crisis demands year-round action, source control, and health-focused strategies to achieve National Clean Air Programme targets.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and DegradationGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation1 Jan, 2026Need to tackle all pollution sources, change approach, Pg8Delhi's air pollution crisis demands year-round action, source control, and health-focused strategies to achieve National Clean Air Programme targets.1 Jan, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationFrom Jan 1, star ratings must for appliances, Pg4Energy efficiency star ratings made mandatory for refrigerators, TVs, LPG stoves, and other appliances starting January 1st, 2025.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation1 Jan, 2026From Jan 1, star ratings must for appliances, Pg4Energy efficiency star ratings made mandatory for refrigerators, TVs, LPG stoves, and other appliances starting January 1st, 2025.1 Jan, 2026
Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsBehind gig workers' strike on New Year's eve: A call for ban on 10-minute deliveries, Pg4Gig workers strike against 10-minute deliveries, demanding fair wages, safety, and regulation under labour codes.Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections1 Jan, 2026Behind gig workers' strike on New Year's eve: A call for ban on 10-minute deliveries, Pg4Gig workers strike against 10-minute deliveries, demanding fair wages, safety, and regulation under labour codes.1 Jan, 2026
Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsWomen and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsNight shift for women to safety net: Rules are out, Pg5New labour codes mandate 48-hour workweek, allow women's night shifts with safety measures, and ensure gratuity for fixed-term employees.Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsWomen and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections1 Jan, 2026Night shift for women to safety net: Rules are out, Pg5New labour codes mandate 48-hour workweek, allow women's night shifts with safety measures, and ensure gratuity for fixed-term employees.1 Jan, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorNimesulide over 100 mg banned, cough syrup counter sale may stop, Pg5Nimesulide dosages over 100mg banned due to health risks; cough syrups may require prescriptions, enhancing drug regulation.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector1 Jan, 2026Nimesulide over 100 mg banned, cough syrup counter sale may stop, Pg5Nimesulide dosages over 100mg banned due to health risks; cough syrups may require prescriptions, enhancing drug regulation.1 Jan, 2026
Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGig workers to go on strike today against ‘exploitation’, Pg1Gig workers strike against exploitation, demand labour rights and end to '10-20 minute delivery' mandates, seeking government intervention.Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections31 Dec, 2025Gig workers to go on strike today against ‘exploitation’, Pg1Gig workers strike against exploitation, demand labour rights and end to '10-20 minute delivery' mandates, seeking government intervention.31 Dec, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesSocial media platforms told to take down ‘obscene’ content, Pg1Government mandates social media platforms to proactively remove obscene content, threatening legal action for non-compliance with IT Rules, 2021.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges31 Dec, 2025Social media platforms told to take down ‘obscene’ content, Pg1Government mandates social media platforms to proactively remove obscene content, threatening legal action for non-compliance with IT Rules, 2021.31 Dec, 2025
Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorPrioritising cleft care as a health issue, Pg9India faces 7,000 annual cleft surgery backlog despite NGOs performing 30,000 surgeries; calls for prioritizing cleft care.Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector31 Dec, 2025Prioritising cleft care as a health issue, Pg9India faces 7,000 annual cleft surgery backlog despite NGOs performing 30,000 surgeries; calls for prioritizing cleft care.31 Dec, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationA third of Delhi's PM2.5 load has a secondary source: ammonium sulfate, Pg18Delhi's air quality crisis deepens as ammonium sulfate, a secondary pollutant, contributes to one-third of PM2.5 pollution.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation31 Dec, 2025A third of Delhi's PM2.5 load has a secondary source: ammonium sulfate, Pg18Delhi's air quality crisis deepens as ammonium sulfate, a secondary pollutant, contributes to one-third of PM2.5 pollution.31 Dec, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRole of Civil Services in a DemocracyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRole of Civil Services in a DemocracyBindra-led panel flags gaps in sports system, presents blueprint for Olympic future, Pg1Bindra panel unveils blueprint to overhaul Indian sports governance, highlighting critical gaps and recommending professionalization for Olympic success by 2036.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRole of Civil Services in a DemocracyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRole of Civil Services in a Democracy31 Dec, 2025Bindra-led panel flags gaps in sports system, presents blueprint for Olympic future, Pg1Bindra panel unveils blueprint to overhaul Indian sports governance, highlighting critical gaps and recommending professionalization for Olympic success by 2036.31 Dec, 2025