Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.SHANTI Act liability absurdly low: plea in SC, Pg15SC examines SHANTI Act's liability cap for nuclear operators amid concerns over right to life and private sector involvement.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.20 May, 2026SHANTI Act liability absurdly low: plea in SC, Pg15SC examines SHANTI Act's liability cap for nuclear operators amid concerns over right to life and private sector involvement.20 May, 2026
ArchitectureSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsArchitectureSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsFirst and foremost, Pg10Madhya Pradesh High Court declares Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex a Hindu temple, stirring debate on Places of Worship Act and historical claims.ArchitectureSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsArchitectureSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms20 May, 2026First and foremost, Pg10Madhya Pradesh High Court declares Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex a Hindu temple, stirring debate on Places of Worship Act and historical claims.20 May, 2026
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySC revives 13-yr-old plea challenging govt control of temples, Pg14Supreme Court reopens 13-year-old case challenging government control over Hindu temples in multiple states, scheduling hearings from July 24.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary20 May, 2026SC revives 13-yr-old plea challenging govt control of temples, Pg14Supreme Court reopens 13-year-old case challenging government control over Hindu temples in multiple states, scheduling hearings from July 24.20 May, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureConservation, Pollution and DegradationUnion State Relations and Federal StructureConservation, Pollution and Degradation'Separate free-ranging Asiatic Lion population under consideration, states are being consulted', Pg14Government considers establishing separate Asiatic Lion population amid translocation delays and commits to easing Cheetah enclosure management based on ecological factors.Union State Relations and Federal StructureConservation, Pollution and DegradationUnion State Relations and Federal StructureConservation, Pollution and Degradation20 May, 2026'Separate free-ranging Asiatic Lion population under consideration, states are being consulted', Pg14Government considers establishing separate Asiatic Lion population amid translocation delays and commits to easing Cheetah enclosure management based on ecological factors.20 May, 2026
Urbanization, Problems and RemediesSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsUrbanization, Problems and RemediesSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSC cites citizen's right to move freely, allows euthanasia of 'rabid, dangerous' stray dogs, Pg1Supreme Court upholds citizen's right to move freely, allows euthanasia for 'rabid, dangerous' stray dogs under existing laws.Urbanization, Problems and RemediesSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsUrbanization, Problems and RemediesSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors20 May, 2026SC cites citizen's right to move freely, allows euthanasia of 'rabid, dangerous' stray dogs, Pg1Supreme Court upholds citizen's right to move freely, allows euthanasia for 'rabid, dangerous' stray dogs under existing laws.20 May, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSC voices ‘reservations’ on its own bail decision, Pg1Supreme Court questions its Umar Khalid bail rejection, emphasizing personal liberty over UAPA's stringent bail conditions after prolonged incarceration.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas19 May, 2026SC voices ‘reservations’ on its own bail decision, Pg1Supreme Court questions its Umar Khalid bail rejection, emphasizing personal liberty over UAPA's stringent bail conditions after prolonged incarceration.19 May, 2026
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCAA applicants must declare passport status, surrender foreign passports: Ministry, Pg10CAA applicants must declare passport status and surrender foreign passports, as per Home Ministry's amended citizenship rules.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors19 May, 2026CAA applicants must declare passport status, surrender foreign passports: Ministry, Pg10CAA applicants must declare passport status and surrender foreign passports, as per Home Ministry's amended citizenship rules.19 May, 2026
Women and Women's OrganizationsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorWomen and Women's OrganizationsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorGender, caregiving, the law in Indian research funding, Pg6Indian research funding policies need reforms to address gender disparities and caregiving responsibilities, ensuring substantive equality for women researchers.Women and Women's OrganizationsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorWomen and Women's OrganizationsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector19 May, 2026Gender, caregiving, the law in Indian research funding, Pg6Indian research funding policies need reforms to address gender disparities and caregiving responsibilities, ensuring substantive equality for women researchers.19 May, 2026
Population and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsPopulation and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsIn federalism challenges, consensus is the solution, Pg9Authors highlight growing democratic deficit and fiscal transfer imbalances challenging Indian federalism, urging consensus-based solutions for nation-building amidst political divisiveness.Population and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsPopulation and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels19 May, 2026In federalism challenges, consensus is the solution, Pg9Authors highlight growing democratic deficit and fiscal transfer imbalances challenging Indian federalism, urging consensus-based solutions for nation-building amidst political divisiveness.19 May, 2026
Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRegistrar General of HC cannot suo motu initiate disciplinary action: SC, Pg8Supreme Court quashes disciplinary action against Uttarakhand judicial officer, citing procedural lapses and abuse of power by Registrar General.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary19 May, 2026Registrar General of HC cannot suo motu initiate disciplinary action: SC, Pg8Supreme Court quashes disciplinary action against Uttarakhand judicial officer, citing procedural lapses and abuse of power by Registrar General.19 May, 2026
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCitizenship rule change: Declare, surrender Pak, Bangladesh and Afghan passports, Pg5Centre amends Citizenship Rules, 2009, mandating declaration and surrender of passports from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh for citizenship applicants.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors19 May, 2026Citizenship rule change: Declare, surrender Pak, Bangladesh and Afghan passports, Pg5Centre amends Citizenship Rules, 2009, mandating declaration and surrender of passports from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh for citizenship applicants.19 May, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and DegradationSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and DegradationOn Saranda forests, Jharkhand must heed SC, Pg10Jharkhand government delays declaring Saranda forests as wildlife sanctuary despite SC orders, risking ecological security and increasing human-animal conflict.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and DegradationSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and Degradation19 May, 2026On Saranda forests, Jharkhand must heed SC, Pg10Jharkhand government delays declaring Saranda forests as wildlife sanctuary despite SC orders, risking ecological security and increasing human-animal conflict.19 May, 2026
Parliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryWith ordinance, SC judge strength up from 33 to 37, Pg1Ordinance increases Supreme Court judge strength to 37 (excluding CJI) to tackle 93,000+ case backlog, amending 1956 Act.Parliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary18 May, 2026With ordinance, SC judge strength up from 33 to 37, Pg1Ordinance increases Supreme Court judge strength to 37 (excluding CJI) to tackle 93,000+ case backlog, amending 1956 Act.18 May, 2026
ArchitectureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryArchitectureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryDisputed Bhojshala complex a temple, says M.P. High Court, Pg10Madhya Pradesh High Court declares Bhojshala complex a temple, permits Hindu worship, dismissing Muslim claim and quashing ASI order.ArchitectureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryArchitectureStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary16 May, 2026Disputed Bhojshala complex a temple, says M.P. High Court, Pg10Madhya Pradesh High Court declares Bhojshala complex a temple, permits Hindu worship, dismissing Muslim claim and quashing ASI order.16 May, 2026
Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityTop court embraces austerity measures to conserve fuel, Pg10Supreme Court adopts austerity measures, limiting physical hearings and promoting carpooling, aligning with government's fuel conservation push.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability16 May, 2026Top court embraces austerity measures to conserve fuel, Pg10Supreme Court adopts austerity measures, limiting physical hearings and promoting carpooling, aligning with government's fuel conservation push.16 May, 2026
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismParliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's ActSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismParliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's ActJuggernaut rolls on, Pg6ECI's Special Intensive Revision faces scrutiny over mass deletions, disenfranchisement, and flawed methodology impacting marginalized communities, raising concerns about electoral integrity.Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismParliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's ActSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismParliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's Act16 May, 2026Juggernaut rolls on, Pg6ECI's Special Intensive Revision faces scrutiny over mass deletions, disenfranchisement, and flawed methodology impacting marginalized communities, raising concerns about electoral integrity.16 May, 2026
Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsLinkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsLinkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismState’s duty is to ensure living wages for workers, not label them as ‘terrorists’, says SC, Pg8Supreme Court rebukes UP government for invoking NSA against workers demanding living wages, emphasizes state's constitutional duty under Article 43.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsLinkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsLinkages between Development and Spread of Extremism16 May, 2026State’s duty is to ensure living wages for workers, not label them as ‘terrorists’, says SC, Pg8Supreme Court rebukes UP government for invoking NSA against workers demanding living wages, emphasizes state's constitutional duty under Article 43.16 May, 2026
Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.There has to be some rationalisation: SC on fluctuating airfares, Pg7Supreme Court urges rationalization of fluctuating airfares, highlighting discrepancies and seeking urgent relief for passengers under Article 21.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.16 May, 2026There has to be some rationalisation: SC on fluctuating airfares, Pg7Supreme Court urges rationalization of fluctuating airfares, highlighting discrepancies and seeking urgent relief for passengers under Article 21.16 May, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorBengal signs pact with Centre to implement PM-SHRI scheme, Pg5West Bengal joins PM-SHRI scheme after Centre links funds, while Tamil Nadu and Kerala still resist NEP implementation.Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector16 May, 2026Bengal signs pact with Centre to implement PM-SHRI scheme, Pg5West Bengal joins PM-SHRI scheme after Centre links funds, while Tamil Nadu and Kerala still resist NEP implementation.16 May, 2026
ArchitectureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryArchitectureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryDisputed Bhojshala site a temple, rules Madhya Pradesh HC, Pg1Madhya Pradesh HC declares disputed Bhojshala site a temple, restricts Muslim prayers, directs ASI oversight and Saraswati idol repatriation efforts.ArchitectureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryArchitectureStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary16 May, 2026Disputed Bhojshala site a temple, rules Madhya Pradesh HC, Pg1Madhya Pradesh HC declares disputed Bhojshala site a temple, restricts Muslim prayers, directs ASI oversight and Saraswati idol repatriation efforts.16 May, 2026