Indian Polity Current Affairs for UPSC

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Row Around Who Gets To Prescribe Modern Drugs, Pg11

Maharashtra doctors strike against allowing homeopaths to prescribe allopathic drugs after bridge course, sparking debate on medical system integration and regulatory challenges.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

10 Aug, 2026

Row Around Who Gets To Prescribe Modern Drugs, Pg11

Maharashtra doctors strike against allowing homeopaths to prescribe allopathic drugs after bridge course, sparking debate on medical system integration and regulatory challenges.

10 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers

Bill on financial evidence: Critical overhaul, but concerns remain, Pg11

Lok Sabha clears Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill 2026, modernizing colonial-era law for digital banking, but experts raise data privacy and digital safeguard concerns.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers

10 Aug, 2026

Bill on financial evidence: Critical overhaul, but concerns remain, Pg11

Lok Sabha clears Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill 2026, modernizing colonial-era law for digital banking, but experts raise data privacy and digital safeguard concerns.

10 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC Collegium Names Chief Justices for Four High Courts, Pg12

Supreme Court Collegium recommends new Chief Justices for Patna, Calcutta, Bombay, and Punjab & Haryana High Courts, impacting judicial leadership.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

10 Aug, 2026

SC Collegium Names Chief Justices for Four High Courts, Pg12

Supreme Court Collegium recommends new Chief Justices for Patna, Calcutta, Bombay, and Punjab & Haryana High Courts, impacting judicial leadership.

10 Aug, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

BJP MP Lists Bill on Restriction of Social Media for Children, Pg11

BJP MP introduces 'Shield Bill, 2025' to restrict social media access for minors under 13 without parental consent, imposing hefty penalties on non-compliant platforms.

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

10 Aug, 2026

BJP MP Lists Bill on Restriction of Social Media for Children, Pg11

BJP MP introduces 'Shield Bill, 2025' to restrict social media access for minors under 13 without parental consent, imposing hefty penalties on non-compliant platforms.

10 Aug, 2026

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Mediating Telangana’s Inter-State Issues, Pg7

Telangana prepares to present Krishna river water disputes against Karnataka at the Southern Zonal Council meeting, seeking Centre's intervention.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

10 Aug, 2026

Mediating Telangana’s Inter-State Issues, Pg7

Telangana prepares to present Krishna river water disputes against Karnataka at the Southern Zonal Council meeting, seeking Centre's intervention.

10 Aug, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

On Rural Jobs, The 60:40 Dilemma, Pg11

Centre's new 60:40 funding rule for rural jobs scheme (VB-GRAM-G) sparks fiscal dilemma and strong opposition from states.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

9 Aug, 2026

On Rural Jobs, The 60:40 Dilemma, Pg11

Centre's new 60:40 funding rule for rural jobs scheme (VB-GRAM-G) sparks fiscal dilemma and strong opposition from states.

9 Aug, 2026

Representation of the People's Act Constitutional Bodies Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Over 1.5 cr. names off poll rolls in latest phase of SIR, Pg1

Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision deletes over 1.5 crore names from voter rolls across 12 states and UTs, with Supreme Court upholding its constitutional validity.

Representation of the People's Act Constitutional Bodies Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

9 Aug, 2026

Over 1.5 cr. names off poll rolls in latest phase of SIR, Pg1

Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision deletes over 1.5 crore names from voter rolls across 12 states and UTs, with Supreme Court upholding its constitutional validity.

9 Aug, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

How does the SC handbook rethink gender sensitivity?, Pg14

Supreme Court's new handbook redefines gender sensitivity in judgments and courtroom practices, emphasizing practical, trauma-informed approaches for sexual offence cases.

Women and Women's Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

9 Aug, 2026

How does the SC handbook rethink gender sensitivity?, Pg14

Supreme Court's new handbook redefines gender sensitivity in judgments and courtroom practices, emphasizing practical, trauma-informed approaches for sexual offence cases.

9 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

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

Assam needs ‘national solution’ to floods: CM, Pg10

Assam CM advocates for a scientific 'national solution' to annual floods, rejecting mere 'national problem' declaration, seeking central funds and expert interventions.

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

9 Aug, 2026

Assam needs ‘national solution’ to floods: CM, Pg10

Assam CM advocates for a scientific 'national solution' to annual floods, rejecting mere 'national problem' declaration, seeking central funds and expert interventions.

9 Aug, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

LS Passes MSME Bill by Voice Vote, Pg6

Lok Sabha swiftly passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSME) Amendment Bill 2026 by voice vote during Zero Hour, bypassing debate.

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

8 Aug, 2026

LS Passes MSME Bill by Voice Vote, Pg6

Lok Sabha swiftly passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSME) Amendment Bill 2026 by voice vote during Zero Hour, bypassing debate.

8 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Role of External State and Non State Actors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

IAF Officer Arrested For Sharing Defence Information, Booked Under Secrets Act, Pg1

Delhi Police arrests IAF Wing Commander for leaking sensitive defence data, booked under Official Secrets Act, hinting at a larger espionage network.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Role of External State and Non State Actors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

8 Aug, 2026

IAF Officer Arrested For Sharing Defence Information, Booked Under Secrets Act, Pg1

Delhi Police arrests IAF Wing Commander for leaking sensitive defence data, booked under Official Secrets Act, hinting at a larger espionage network.

8 Aug, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders

Opposition wants FCRA Bill scrapped or referred to JPC, Pg10

Opposition demands scrapping or JPC referral for controversial FCRA Amendment Bill 2026, citing concerns over NGO assets and beneficiaries.

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders

8 Aug, 2026

Opposition wants FCRA Bill scrapped or referred to JPC, Pg10

Opposition demands scrapping or JPC referral for controversial FCRA Amendment Bill 2026, citing concerns over NGO assets and beneficiaries.

8 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance IT and Computers

The Digital Transformation of the Indian Judiciary

E-Courts Mission transforms Indian judiciary, leveraging digital tools, AI, and ICJS for faster, transparent, and accessible justice delivery nationwide.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance IT and Computers

8 Aug, 2026

The Digital Transformation of the Indian Judiciary

E-Courts Mission transforms Indian judiciary, leveraging digital tools, AI, and ICJS for faster, transparent, and accessible justice delivery nationwide.

8 Aug, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026 passed by Parliament

Parliament passes MSMED Amendment Bill 2026, strengthening MSMEs, easing business, and ensuring timely payments for robust economic growth.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

8 Aug, 2026

The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026 passed by Parliament

Parliament passes MSMED Amendment Bill 2026, strengthening MSMEs, easing business, and ensuring timely payments for robust economic growth.

8 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

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

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Ethics and Human Interface

Despite Rising Road Fatalities, Only 813 Good Samaritans Rewarded In 5 Yrs, Pg6

Only 813 good Samaritans rewarded in five years under Rah-Veer scheme despite rising road fatalities, highlighting implementation challenges and public hesitation.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Ethics and Human Interface

7 Aug, 2026

Despite Rising Road Fatalities, Only 813 Good Samaritans Rewarded In 5 Yrs, Pg6

Only 813 good Samaritans rewarded in five years under Rah-Veer scheme despite rising road fatalities, highlighting implementation challenges and public hesitation.

7 Aug, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

FIRs Cannot Be ‘Withdrawn’, But Protestors Can Get Relief In 3 Ways, Pg17

Supreme Court clarifies FIRs cannot be withdrawn, but protest cases can end via closure reports, prosecution withdrawal, or High Court quashing, citing BNSS provisions.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

7 Aug, 2026

FIRs Cannot Be ‘Withdrawn’, But Protestors Can Get Relief In 3 Ways, Pg17

Supreme Court clarifies FIRs cannot be withdrawn, but protest cases can end via closure reports, prosecution withdrawal, or High Court quashing, citing BNSS provisions.

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

Indian Polity

Row Around Who Gets To Prescribe Modern Drugs, Pg11

Row Around Who Gets To Prescribe Modern Drugs, Pg11

Bill on financial evidence: Critical overhaul, but concerns remain, Pg11

Bill on financial evidence: Critical overhaul, but concerns remain, Pg11

SC Collegium Names Chief Justices for Four High Courts, Pg12

SC Collegium Names Chief Justices for Four High Courts, Pg12

BJP MP Lists Bill on Restriction of Social Media for Children, Pg11

BJP MP Lists Bill on Restriction of Social Media for Children, Pg11

Mediating Telangana’s Inter-State Issues, Pg7

Mediating Telangana’s Inter-State Issues, Pg7

On Rural Jobs, The 60:40 Dilemma, Pg11

On Rural Jobs, The 60:40 Dilemma, Pg11

Over 1.5 cr. names off poll rolls in latest phase of SIR, Pg1

Over 1.5 cr. names off poll rolls in latest phase of SIR, Pg1

How does the SC handbook rethink gender sensitivity?, Pg14

How does the SC handbook rethink gender sensitivity?, Pg14

Why is Jantar Mantar in Delhi facing scrutiny?, Pg14

Why is Jantar Mantar in Delhi facing scrutiny?, Pg14

Assam needs ‘national solution’ to floods: CM, Pg10

Assam needs ‘national solution’ to floods: CM, Pg10

LS Passes MSME Bill by Voice Vote, Pg6

LS Passes MSME Bill by Voice Vote, Pg6

IAF Officer Arrested For Sharing Defence Information, Booked Under Secrets Act, Pg1

IAF Officer Arrested For Sharing Defence Information, Booked Under Secrets Act, Pg1

Opposition wants FCRA Bill scrapped or referred to JPC, Pg10

Opposition wants FCRA Bill scrapped or referred to JPC, Pg10

The Digital Transformation of the Indian Judiciary

The Digital Transformation of the Indian Judiciary

The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026 passed by Parliament

The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026 passed by Parliament

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

Despite Rising Road Fatalities, Only 813 Good Samaritans Rewarded In 5 Yrs, Pg6

Despite Rising Road Fatalities, Only 813 Good Samaritans Rewarded In 5 Yrs, Pg6

FIRs Cannot Be ‘Withdrawn’, But Protestors Can Get Relief In 3 Ways, Pg17

FIRs Cannot Be ‘Withdrawn’, But Protestors Can Get Relief In 3 Ways, Pg17

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

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