Governance

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Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
18 Nov, 2025

Time for a re-look at road engineering, Pg9

Telangana road accidents spark urgent call for road engineering overhaul, pedestrian safety measures, and stricter enforcement to meet global targets.

Population and Associated IssuesRepresentation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
18 Nov, 2025

The need for a social audit for SIR 2.0, Pg9

Editorial highlights concerns over electoral roll revisions, potential disenfranchisement, and advocates for mandatory social audits to ensure inclusivity and integrity.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE Governance
17 Nov, 2025

27 lakh MGNREGS workers out of list amid e-KYC rollout, Pg1

MGNREGS database shrinks by 27 lakh workers amid e-KYC drive, raising concerns about beneficiary exclusion and scheme effectiveness.

Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
17 Nov, 2025

Decoding the NDA’s landslide win in Bihar, Pg7

NDA secures Bihar victory through strategic campaigning, women voter mobilization, and effective welfare schemes, overcoming anti-incumbency sentiments.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE GovernanceRight to Information and Transparency in Government
17 Nov, 2025

What are Digital Personal Data Protection Rules?, Pg8

Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 notified, Data Protection Board of India formation begins; RTI Act amended amidst controversy.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
17 Nov, 2025

The legal hoodwinking of Adivasis, Pg7

Chhattisgarh HC undermines Adivasi rights by upholding cancellation of community forest rights for coal mining in Hasdeo Arand.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIT and ComputersRight to Information and Transparency in Government
17 Nov, 2025

Too little, much later, Pg6

Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, delays key protections until 2027, undermining transparency and accountability for citizens' data.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
17 Nov, 2025

Delhi’s air, a ‘wicked problem’ in need of bold solutions, Pg6

Delhi's air pollution crisis demands urgent, coordinated action; health risks, economic costs, and potential solutions explored.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
17 Nov, 2025

Swing, but do not miss, Pg6

WHO Report: India witnesses decline in TB incidence but struggles with high burden and drug resistance, missing 2025 elimination target.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
17 Nov, 2025

Study links higher emissions in two-wheelers to mileage, recommends scrappage policy overhaul, Pg5

Study reveals mileage impacts two-wheeler emissions, urging scrappage policy overhaul beyond age-based criteria for effective pollution control.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
17 Nov, 2025

Why buying bhaang is legal but growing cannabis at home isn’t, Pg16

Kerala HC upholds ban on home cannabis cultivation despite bhaang legality, clarifying NDPS Act's distinction between plant and drug.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
17 Nov, 2025

The hurdles in India’s fight to eliminate TB, Pg16

India's TB elimination target by 2025 seems unachievable, with only 21% reduction in new cases between 2015-2024.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
17 Nov, 2025

FDI, trade diversification can boost export competitiveness where QCOs failed, Pg15

Government rethinks quality control orders amid MSME concerns, NITI Aayog report reveals adverse impacts on competitiveness and market concentration.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
17 Nov, 2025

Rethink on quality control orders is timely, Pg12

Government rethinks Quality Control Orders (QCOs) after NITI Aayog report reveals negative impact on exports and competitiveness.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingMoney Laundering and its Prevention
17 Nov, 2025

Regulatory haze: Bank services, govt taxes, but no governing law, Pg11

Cryptocurrency exchanges face regulatory uncertainty as government taxes transactions but lacks comprehensive legislation, pushing businesses offshore and exposing investors to risks.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
16 Nov, 2025

After three-year slump, govt. aims at awarding 10,000 km of National Highway projects, Pg10

Govt aims to award 10,000 km of National Highway projects by FY26 after three-year slump in project allocation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
15 Nov, 2025

Three ISBTs set to be made EV-ready, Pg 8

Delhi to electrify all ISBTs with EV charging units under SASCI scheme, aiming to curb vehicular emissions.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
15 Nov, 2025

Govt revokes QCOs on 7 key minerals after industry pushback, Pg 25

Government scraps QCOs on seven vital minerals like nickel and copper following industry protests over supply chain disruptions and import restrictions.

Inclusive GrowthStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
15 Nov, 2025

Sebi chief: Board to take up panel report on disclosures, conflict of interest next month, Pg 25

Sebi to consider panel report on conflict of interest and disclosures, aiming for enhanced transparency and accountability in securities market.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and Computers
15 Nov, 2025

Centre notifies data protection rules, paves way for India's first privacy law, Pg 25

India's data protection rules notified, setting stage for privacy law implementation with staggered rollout and data localization requirements.

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