Indian Polity

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Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineComparison of Indian Constitution with Other CountriesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryEthics and Human Interface
20 Aug, 2026

Dignity In Death: Debate Over 'Humane' Execution, Pg11

Supreme Court upholds constitutional validity of execution by hanging, dismissing challenge citing Article 21's right to dignified death and BNSS provisions.

Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
20 Aug, 2026

J&K important part of India, will relook at travel warnings: US envoy in Srinagar, Pg1

US Ambassador Sergio Gor affirms J&K as integral to India, signaling a review of travel warnings for American citizens after his maiden visit to Srinagar.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
20 Aug, 2026

Punjab’s decade-long journey towards a formal sacrilege law, Pg9

Punjab's persistent efforts to enact a sacrilege law face constitutional challenges, federal objections, and judicial scrutiny over secularism, equality, and legislative competence.

Women and Women's OrganizationsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
20 Aug, 2026

Why is the Supreme Court examining polygamy again?, Pg8

Supreme Court seeks Centre's response on polygamy challenge, urging legislative steps to abolish the practice for all citizens, irrespective of religion.

Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
20 Aug, 2026

The myth called ‘perfect victim’, Pg8

Goa High Court overturns Tejpal acquittal, condemning the 'perfect victim' myth and judicial bias against sexual assault survivors.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
20 Aug, 2026

Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

New MMDR Act 2026 reforms mining, secures state revenue, attracts investment, and boosts critical mineral production for Viksit Bharat 2047.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
19 Aug, 2026

On Minerals And Mines, Strike Federal Balance, Pg15

Parliament passes Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2026, restricting states' mineral levy powers, sparking fiscal federalism debate and revenue concerns for mineral-rich states.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
19 Aug, 2026

Ready to drop FIRs against student protesters, says SC, Pg1

Supreme Court agrees to quash FIRs against peaceful NEET-UG student protesters using Article 142, distinguishing them from criminals.

Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and IssuesIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineComparison of Indian Constitution with Other CountriesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
19 Aug, 2026

A secular republic’s sacrilege problem: the legal price of criticising holy writ in India, Pg9

Punjab's stringent sacrilege law, imposing life imprisonment for religious criticism, sparks debate on India's secularism, free speech, and colonial legal legacy.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
19 Aug, 2026

Employment Guarantee Has Slipped Into Limbo, Pg6

India's new VB-G RAM G employment guarantee scheme faces severe crisis, witnessing over 40% decline in rural job creation amid chaotic transition from MGNREGA.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
19 Aug, 2026

MMDR Amendment Act, 2026

MMDR Amendment Act, 2026 standardizes mineral taxation, boosting mining viability, energy security, and state revenues, fostering a predictable investment climate.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConservation, Pollution and Degradation
18 Aug, 2026

States can't block elephant corridors fearing crop damage: SC, Pg9

Supreme Court orders Centre to conduct fresh survey of elephant corridors, asserting states cannot block them over crop damage fears, prioritizing wildlife movement.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
18 Aug, 2026

The Centre-states tussle over the Mines and Minerals Bill, Pg12

New Mines and Minerals Bill sparks Centre-state tussle over mineral taxation, threatening state revenues and raising federalism concerns after Supreme Court ruling.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActConstitutional BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
18 Aug, 2026

Black Money In Elections Hampers Democracy, Says SC, Pg10

Supreme Court emphasizes black money's threat to democracy, directing EC and state agencies to ensure timely investigation and reporting of electoral seizures.

Parliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
18 Aug, 2026

Number of MPs Who Have Criminal Cases Against Them, Pg8

Supreme Court report reveals 326 MPs, including 251 Lok Sabha and 75 Rajya Sabha members, face criminal cases, highlighting political criminalization.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management
18 Aug, 2026

Can SHANTI Act override court on compensation for nuclear disasters, asks SC, Pg10

Supreme Court challenges SHANTI Act 2025's liability caps for nuclear disasters, questioning if it can restrict constitutional courts from awarding suitable victim compensation.

Women and Women's OrganizationsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
17 Aug, 2026

Just a housewife: What counts as work, who decides, Pg15

Supreme Court judgment assigns notional value to homemakers' unpaid labor, challenging societal undervaluation of women's caregiving and re-entry into workforce.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryEducation SectorIT and Computers
17 Aug, 2026

IITs go beyond BTech, expand their academic brand: Surge in mid-career courses, Pg5

IITs are significantly expanding mid-career and executive education programs, focusing on emerging technologies like AI and EVs for upskilling working professionals.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
17 Aug, 2026

Panel flags absence of policy to shut mines in Meghalaya, Pg14

High Court panel criticizes Meghalaya's persistent failure to adopt a mine closure policy, leaving thousands of dangerous rat-hole mines open.

Women and Women's OrganizationsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State Legislatures
17 Aug, 2026

The federal dilemma of delimitation, Pg10

Tamil Nadu's resolution to freeze Lok Sabha seats at 543 ignites federalism debate, challenging future delimitation and women's reservation implementation.

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