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Vande Mataram Bill Gets President’s Assent, Becomes Law, Pg11

President Droupadi Murmu assents to Vande Mataram Bill, criminalising disruption and elevating its legal status to that of the National Anthem.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

12 Aug, 2026

Vande Mataram Bill Gets President’s Assent, Becomes Law, Pg11

President Droupadi Murmu assents to Vande Mataram Bill, criminalising disruption and elevating its legal status to that of the National Anthem.

12 Aug, 2026

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In Opposing Creamy Layer For SC/STs, What Govt Argued, Pg13

Centre opposes creamy layer for SC/ST reservations in Supreme Court, citing historical disadvantage and Parliament's exclusive domain over policy changes.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

11 Aug, 2026

In Opposing Creamy Layer For SC/STs, What Govt Argued, Pg13

Centre opposes creamy layer for SC/ST reservations in Supreme Court, citing historical disadvantage and Parliament's exclusive domain over policy changes.

11 Aug, 2026

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English in India, a language that has earned its place, Pg6

Supreme Court observation sparks debate on English as an Indian language; article argues for its historical integration, societal role, and literary contribution, advocating multilingualism.

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11 Aug, 2026

English in India, a language that has earned its place, Pg6

Supreme Court observation sparks debate on English as an Indian language; article argues for its historical integration, societal role, and literary contribution, advocating multilingualism.

11 Aug, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Why is Jantar Mantar in Delhi facing scrutiny?, Pg14

Delhi High Court and Supreme Court scrutinize Jantar Mantar's status as a protest site, balancing citizens' right to protest with public order and residents' concerns.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

9 Aug, 2026

Why is Jantar Mantar in Delhi facing scrutiny?, Pg14

Delhi High Court and Supreme Court scrutinize Jantar Mantar's status as a protest site, balancing citizens' right to protest with public order and residents' concerns.

9 Aug, 2026

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As Govt seeks support on delimitation, Cong says ‘convene all-party meeting’, Pg8

Centre pushes for women's reservation and delimitation bill, facing Congress's demand for an all-party meeting to review the constitutional amendment.

Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

7 Aug, 2026

As Govt seeks support on delimitation, Cong says ‘convene all-party meeting’, Pg8

Centre pushes for women's reservation and delimitation bill, facing Congress's demand for an all-party meeting to review the constitutional amendment.

7 Aug, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Extending Creamy Layer to SC, ST Is Parliament's Call: Govt to Top Court, Pg10

Centre informs Supreme Court that extending creamy layer to SC/STs falls under Parliament's legislative domain, emphasizing historical and social criteria for reservation.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

7 Aug, 2026

Extending Creamy Layer to SC, ST Is Parliament's Call: Govt to Top Court, Pg10

Centre informs Supreme Court that extending creamy layer to SC/STs falls under Parliament's legislative domain, emphasizing historical and social criteria for reservation.

7 Aug, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

DMK Lays Down Conditions to Support Delimitation Bill, Pg1

DMK sets three key conditions, including a 25-year freeze extension and 50% seat increase, to support Centre's delimitation constitutional amendment Bill.

Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

7 Aug, 2026

DMK Lays Down Conditions to Support Delimitation Bill, Pg1

DMK sets three key conditions, including a 25-year freeze extension and 50% seat increase, to support Centre's delimitation constitutional amendment Bill.

7 Aug, 2026

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Govt. Opposes Income-Based Creamy Layer In SC/ST Quotas, Pg14

Union government opposes income-based creamy layer exclusion for SC/ST quotas in Supreme Court, citing judicial precedents and existing means tests for welfare schemes.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

7 Aug, 2026

Govt. Opposes Income-Based Creamy Layer In SC/ST Quotas, Pg14

Union government opposes income-based creamy layer exclusion for SC/ST quotas in Supreme Court, citing judicial precedents and existing means tests for welfare schemes.

7 Aug, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Money Bill route pending before SC, Govt chooses it to raise strength of judges, Pg1

Government uses controversial Money Bill route to increase Supreme Court judge strength, sparking constitutional challenge pending before a larger bench.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

6 Aug, 2026

Money Bill route pending before SC, Govt chooses it to raise strength of judges, Pg1

Government uses controversial Money Bill route to increase Supreme Court judge strength, sparking constitutional challenge pending before a larger bench.

6 Aug, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Did abrogating special status for J&K make a difference?, Pg7

Analysis reveals limited transformation in J&K's economy, security, and civil liberties post-Article 370 abrogation, with statehood promise unfulfilled.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

6 Aug, 2026

Did abrogating special status for J&K make a difference?, Pg7

Analysis reveals limited transformation in J&K's economy, security, and civil liberties post-Article 370 abrogation, with statehood promise unfulfilled.

6 Aug, 2026

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Why SC expanded scope of domestic cruelty law to women in live-in relationships, Pg16

Supreme Court expands domestic cruelty law (Section 498A/BNS Section 85) to women in live-in relationships, provided there is an “intent to marry”.

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5 Aug, 2026

Why SC expanded scope of domestic cruelty law to women in live-in relationships, Pg16

Supreme Court expands domestic cruelty law (Section 498A/BNS Section 85) to women in live-in relationships, provided there is an “intent to marry”.

5 Aug, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Jammu And Kashmir — The Elusive Quest For Statehood, Pg6

Seven years post Article 370 revocation, J&K grapples with continued direct rule, economic decline, and security challenges, intensifying calls for statehood restoration and democratic accountability.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

5 Aug, 2026

Jammu And Kashmir — The Elusive Quest For Statehood, Pg6

Seven years post Article 370 revocation, J&K grapples with continued direct rule, economic decline, and security challenges, intensifying calls for statehood restoration and democratic accountability.

5 Aug, 2026

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Top court asks govt. to ensure safe footpaths, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates Union government to provide broad, clear footpaths, affirming the right to walk as a fundamental right for all citizens.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

4 Aug, 2026

Top court asks govt. to ensure safe footpaths, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates Union government to provide broad, clear footpaths, affirming the right to walk as a fundamental right for all citizens.

4 Aug, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance

Rethink Welfare — Citizens Are More Than Labharthis, Pg11

Article advocates for a rights-based welfare regime, critiquing direct transfers and digital governance for undermining citizen entitlements and accountability.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance

3 Aug, 2026

Rethink Welfare — Citizens Are More Than Labharthis, Pg11

Article advocates for a rights-based welfare regime, critiquing direct transfers and digital governance for undermining citizen entitlements and accountability.

3 Aug, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Lok Sabha Passes Births And Deaths Bill Amid Protests Over Police Crackdown, Pg1

Lok Sabha passes Births and Deaths Amendment Bill 2026 amidst Opposition protests over police crackdown, also considering a Constitution Amendment Bill.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

1 Aug, 2026

Lok Sabha Passes Births And Deaths Bill Amid Protests Over Police Crackdown, Pg1

Lok Sabha passes Births and Deaths Amendment Bill 2026 amidst Opposition protests over police crackdown, also considering a Constitution Amendment Bill.

1 Aug, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Constitutional Bodies

Centre defends CEC panel without CJI, Pg14

Supreme Court questions Centre's new CEC selection panel, citing executive dominance and potential compromise of Election Commission's independence, reserving judgment.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Constitutional Bodies

31 Jul, 2026

Centre defends CEC panel without CJI, Pg14

Supreme Court questions Centre's new CEC selection panel, citing executive dominance and potential compromise of Election Commission's independence, reserving judgment.

31 Jul, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Have fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice?, Pg11

Fast-track courts struggle with massive backlogs and resource deficits, raising questions about their effectiveness in ensuring speedy justice.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

31 Jul, 2026

Have fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice?, Pg11

Fast-track courts struggle with massive backlogs and resource deficits, raising questions about their effectiveness in ensuring speedy justice.

31 Jul, 2026

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The Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026

New 2026 Bill extends legal protection to the National Song Vande Mataram, making its intentional disruption an offense, similar to the National Anthem.

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31 Jul, 2026

The Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026

New 2026 Bill extends legal protection to the National Song Vande Mataram, making its intentional disruption an offense, similar to the National Anthem.

31 Jul, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Rajya Sabha Passes Bill Making Insult To Vande Mataram A Criminal Offence, Pg1

Rajya Sabha passes controversial bill criminalizing insult to national song Vande Mataram amidst strong protests, sparking significant parliamentary debate.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

30 Jul, 2026

Rajya Sabha Passes Bill Making Insult To Vande Mataram A Criminal Offence, Pg1

Rajya Sabha passes controversial bill criminalizing insult to national song Vande Mataram amidst strong protests, sparking significant parliamentary debate.

30 Jul, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

Delhi court initiates first-ever trial in absentia against absconding gangster Kapil Sangwan under the new Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

30 Jul, 2026

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

Delhi court initiates first-ever trial in absentia against absconding gangster Kapil Sangwan under the new Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

30 Jul, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Vande Mataram Bill Gets President’s Assent, Becomes Law, Pg11

Vande Mataram Bill Gets President’s Assent, Becomes Law, Pg11

In Opposing Creamy Layer For SC/STs, What Govt Argued, Pg13

In Opposing Creamy Layer For SC/STs, What Govt Argued, Pg13

English in India, a language that has earned its place, Pg6

English in India, a language that has earned its place, Pg6

Why is Jantar Mantar in Delhi facing scrutiny?, Pg14

Why is Jantar Mantar in Delhi facing scrutiny?, Pg14

As Govt seeks support on delimitation, Cong says ‘convene all-party meeting’, Pg8

As Govt seeks support on delimitation, Cong says ‘convene all-party meeting’, Pg8

Extending Creamy Layer to SC, ST Is Parliament's Call: Govt to Top Court, Pg10

Extending Creamy Layer to SC, ST Is Parliament's Call: Govt to Top Court, Pg10

DMK Lays Down Conditions to Support Delimitation Bill, Pg1

DMK Lays Down Conditions to Support Delimitation Bill, Pg1

Govt. Opposes Income-Based Creamy Layer In SC/ST Quotas, Pg14

Govt. Opposes Income-Based Creamy Layer In SC/ST Quotas, Pg14

Money Bill route pending before SC, Govt chooses it to raise strength of judges, Pg1

Money Bill route pending before SC, Govt chooses it to raise strength of judges, Pg1

Did abrogating special status for J&K make a difference?, Pg7

Did abrogating special status for J&K make a difference?, Pg7

Why SC expanded scope of domestic cruelty law to women in live-in relationships, Pg16

Why SC expanded scope of domestic cruelty law to women in live-in relationships, Pg16

Jammu And Kashmir — The Elusive Quest For Statehood, Pg6

Jammu And Kashmir — The Elusive Quest For Statehood, Pg6

Top court asks govt. to ensure safe footpaths, Pg12

Top court asks govt. to ensure safe footpaths, Pg12

Rethink Welfare — Citizens Are More Than Labharthis, Pg11

Rethink Welfare — Citizens Are More Than Labharthis, Pg11

Lok Sabha Passes Births And Deaths Bill Amid Protests Over Police Crackdown, Pg1

Lok Sabha Passes Births And Deaths Bill Amid Protests Over Police Crackdown, Pg1

Centre defends CEC panel without CJI, Pg14

Centre defends CEC panel without CJI, Pg14

Have fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice?, Pg11

Have fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice?, Pg11

The Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026

The Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026

Rajya Sabha Passes Bill Making Insult To Vande Mataram A Criminal Offence, Pg1

Rajya Sabha Passes Bill Making Insult To Vande Mataram A Criminal Offence, Pg1

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

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