Indian Polity

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Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
29 May, 2026

A revival of sedition tied to consent, Pg10

Supreme Court's sedition ruling sparks debate on constitutional rights, free speech, and judicial delays affecting individual liberties and justice.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineEconomics of Animal Rearing
29 May, 2026

Contradictions within India’s cow protection regime, Pg8

Cow protection laws: Examining efficacy, politics, and impact on farmers' income and cattle population trends across Indian states.

Parliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
29 May, 2026

Will increasing the strength of the SC solve the pendency problem?, Pg9

Supreme Court's sanctioned strength increased to 38; experts debate impact on pendency, SLPs, conflicting rulings, and gender representation.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's ActConstitutional Bodies
28 May, 2026

SC upholds SIR, says it is EC’s constitutional duty, Pg1

Supreme Court validates Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, affirming its constitutional duty for free and fair elections.

Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
28 May, 2026

Supreme Court Collegium recommends four HC judges, woman advocate to top court, Pg12

Supreme Court Collegium proposes five new judges, including a woman advocate, to enhance diversity and fill vacancies in the apex court.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable Sections
28 May, 2026

Centre seeks transfer of Transgender Act cases to SC, Pg14

Centre requests Supreme Court to consolidate challenges against Transgender Persons Act 2026, focusing on self-identity concerns and medical board certification.

Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
28 May, 2026

Betrayal of mandate, Pg8

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) adopts 'Operation Lotus' model, inducing AIADMK legislators' resignation, raising concerns over democratic mandate subversion in Tamil Nadu.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment Budgeting
28 May, 2026

Supreme Court upholds 28% retrospective tax on online gaming, Pg18

Supreme Court validates 28% GST on online gaming, categorizing it as betting and gambling, overturning Karnataka High Court's decision.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
28 May, 2026

VB-G RAM G rules: What changes as scheme set to replace NREGS, Pg17

VB-G RAM G Act, 2025 to replace MGNREGA from July 1st, shifting funding burden to states.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
27 May, 2026

The judiciary’s role in complete justice, Pg8

Supreme Court elevates right to safe travel as fundamental right under Article 21, invoking Article 142 for complete justice.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State Legislatures
27 May, 2026

Rajya Sabha defections, constitutional questions, Pg6

Rajya Sabha defection case triggers constitutional debate over anti-defection law's merger clause and party autonomy.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismParliament and State Legislatures
27 May, 2026

A new brand of politics in Tamil Nadu, Pg7

Actor Vijay's TVK party triggers political shift in Tamil Nadu, challenging Dravidian dominance with inclusive governance and strategic alliances.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityConservation, Pollution and Degradation
27 May, 2026

Rajasthan govt apathetic to illegal mining in Chambal, says Supreme Court, Pg4

Supreme Court slams Rajasthan government for delayed action on illegal Chambal mining, citing 'apathetic' governance requiring judicial intervention.

Women and Women's OrganizationsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
26 May, 2026

Assam UCC Bill tabled; seeks ban on polygamy, Pg10

Assam tables UCC Bill aiming to ban polygamy, mandate marriage registration, and standardize divorce laws, excluding Scheduled Tribes.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
26 May, 2026

Water governance in peri-urban areas, Pg7

India's peri-urban areas face water governance crisis due to institutional gaps, demanding urgent action for sustainable solutions and infrastructure development.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment Budgeting
26 May, 2026

Finance Commission transfers and equity issue, Pg6

16th Finance Commission retains 41% state share, emphasizes equity; Southern states' share rises marginally amid fiscal disparity concerns.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesPoverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal Structure
26 May, 2026

​Baby bait, Pg6

Andhra Pradesh proposes incentives for larger families amid falling fertility rates, raising concerns about socio-economic impacts and ecological sustainability.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryEducation SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
26 May, 2026

So sad that NTA has not learnt its lessons: SC on NEET paper leak, Pg1

Supreme Court expresses disappointment over NEET paper leak, questions NTA's failure to learn from past mistakes and implement reforms.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
25 May, 2026

​Coerced consent, Pg6

Supreme Court's stance on Section 124A raises concerns about coerced consent and prolonged detention for accused individuals, impacting judicial agency.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRole of External State and Non State Actors
24 May, 2026

What did the SC say about bail under UAPA?, Pg14

Supreme Court debates UAPA bail provisions amid concerns over prolonged detentions and conflicting interpretations of fundamental rights, referring the matter to larger bench.

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