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Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Why SC used its 'complete justice' power to fix the highways, Pg11

Supreme Court invokes Article 142, issues 13-point directive to prevent road accidents, emphasizing right to safe environment under Article 21.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

26 Apr, 2026

Why SC used its 'complete justice' power to fix the highways, Pg11

Supreme Court invokes Article 142, issues 13-point directive to prevent road accidents, emphasizing right to safe environment under Article 21.

26 Apr, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

SC allows 15-year-old to end 7-month pregnancy, Pg10

Supreme Court upholds reproductive rights, allowing 15-year-old to terminate 7-month pregnancy, emphasizing bodily autonomy and privacy under Article 21.

Women and Women's Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

25 Apr, 2026

SC allows 15-year-old to end 7-month pregnancy, Pg10

Supreme Court upholds reproductive rights, allowing 15-year-old to terminate 7-month pregnancy, emphasizing bodily autonomy and privacy under Article 21.

25 Apr, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures

In major setback to AAP, seven of its 10 Rajya Sabha MPs cross over to BJP, Pg3

Seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs defect to BJP amidst anti-defection law debates and potential disqualification petitions, altering Upper House dynamics.

Parliament and State Legislatures

25 Apr, 2026

In major setback to AAP, seven of its 10 Rajya Sabha MPs cross over to BJP, Pg3

Seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs defect to BJP amidst anti-defection law debates and potential disqualification petitions, altering Upper House dynamics.

25 Apr, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC questions ED’s claim of rule of law breach in Bengal, Pg1

Supreme Court scrutinizes ED's claims of constitutional breakdown in West Bengal amidst coal smuggling case probe and alleged obstruction.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

24 Apr, 2026

SC questions ED’s claim of rule of law breach in Bengal, Pg1

Supreme Court scrutinizes ED's claims of constitutional breakdown in West Bengal amidst coal smuggling case probe and alleged obstruction.

24 Apr, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections

State support key for tribal welfare, says Social Justice Ministry report, Pg14

Union Social Justice Ministry reveals State apathy in extending welfare to denotified tribes, hindering access to housing and benefits.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections

24 Apr, 2026

State support key for tribal welfare, says Social Justice Ministry report, Pg14

Union Social Justice Ministry reveals State apathy in extending welfare to denotified tribes, hindering access to housing and benefits.

24 Apr, 2026

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

Scaling climate adaptation from policy to grassroots, Pg8

India grapples with $170 billion climate losses; Economic Survey highlights Tamil Nadu's Climate Resilient Villages for nationwide adaptation strategy.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

24 Apr, 2026

Scaling climate adaptation from policy to grassroots, Pg8

India grapples with $170 billion climate losses; Economic Survey highlights Tamil Nadu's Climate Resilient Villages for nationwide adaptation strategy.

24 Apr, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

At heart of row, value of a vote, fiscal imbalance, Pg15

Delimitation row: Southern states fear loss of political power due to frozen constituencies based on 1971 census.

Population and Associated Issues Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

23 Apr, 2026

At heart of row, value of a vote, fiscal imbalance, Pg15

Delimitation row: Southern states fear loss of political power due to frozen constituencies based on 1971 census.

23 Apr, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels

Women win many unreserved panchayat seats, says Centre, Pg12

Centre claims women significantly win unreserved panchayat seats, while data shows quota gaps in several States/UTs.

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels

23 Apr, 2026

Women win many unreserved panchayat seats, says Centre, Pg12

Centre claims women significantly win unreserved panchayat seats, while data shows quota gaps in several States/UTs.

23 Apr, 2026

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

India’s post-LWE future, from red sun to new dawn, Pg6

India overcomes Maoist insurgency by 2026, shifting focus to governance and development in affected regions through community-led initiatives.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

23 Apr, 2026

India’s post-LWE future, from red sun to new dawn, Pg6

India overcomes Maoist insurgency by 2026, shifting focus to governance and development in affected regions through community-led initiatives.

23 Apr, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

SC directs committee to formulate plan for disabled-friendly prisons, Pg12

Supreme Court directs panel to create disabled-friendly prison plan, addressing inhumane conditions highlighted by activists' cases.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

22 Apr, 2026

SC directs committee to formulate plan for disabled-friendly prisons, Pg12

Supreme Court directs panel to create disabled-friendly prison plan, addressing inhumane conditions highlighted by activists' cases.

22 Apr, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

On the Yashwant Varma probe’s future, Pg8

Resignation of Justice Yashwant Varma raises questions on the continuation of judicial inquiry post-resignation, impacting judicial accountability.

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

22 Apr, 2026

On the Yashwant Varma probe’s future, Pg8

Resignation of Justice Yashwant Varma raises questions on the continuation of judicial inquiry post-resignation, impacting judicial accountability.

22 Apr, 2026

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Tamil parties in Sri Lanka seek sustained Indian push to fulfil Indo-Lanka Accord, Pg18

Sri Lankan Tamil parties urge India to push for Indo-Lanka Accord implementation amid concerns over devolution and refugee return.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels India and its Neighbourhood Relations

21 Apr, 2026

Tamil parties in Sri Lanka seek sustained Indian push to fulfil Indo-Lanka Accord, Pg18

Sri Lankan Tamil parties urge India to push for Indo-Lanka Accord implementation amid concerns over devolution and refugee return.

21 Apr, 2026

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

Priyadarshini Mattoo case: Can a life convict walk out of jail?, Pg15

Delhi HC questions rejection of premature release for Priyadarshini Mattoo's murderer, highlighting concerns over SRB's reliance on public perception.

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

21 Apr, 2026

Priyadarshini Mattoo case: Can a life convict walk out of jail?, Pg15

Delhi HC questions rejection of premature release for Priyadarshini Mattoo's murderer, highlighting concerns over SRB's reliance on public perception.

21 Apr, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures

Delimitation — a case of to be or not to be, Pg6

Delimitation Bill 2026 proposes Lok Sabha seat readjustment based on 2011 Census, sparking debate over population parity.

Population and Associated Issues Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures

20 Apr, 2026

Delimitation — a case of to be or not to be, Pg6

Delimitation Bill 2026 proposes Lok Sabha seat readjustment based on 2011 Census, sparking debate over population parity.

20 Apr, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels

States' rights, caste factor: What was debated before women's quota in local bodies, Pg17

Analyzing debates surrounding women's quota in local bodies: States' rights, caste dynamics, and historical context of 73rd and 74th Amendment Act.

Women and Women's Organizations Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels

20 Apr, 2026

States' rights, caste factor: What was debated before women's quota in local bodies, Pg17

Analyzing debates surrounding women's quota in local bodies: States' rights, caste dynamics, and historical context of 73rd and 74th Amendment Act.

20 Apr, 2026

Inclusive Growth Women and Women's Organizations Parliament and State Legislatures Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Women participation in economy rising, but presence at top dismal, Pg15

India's female workforce participation rises to 40% in 2025, but senior positions remain dismal across sectors, hindering economic growth.

Inclusive Growth Women and Women's Organizations Parliament and State Legislatures Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

20 Apr, 2026

Women participation in economy rising, but presence at top dismal, Pg15

India's female workforce participation rises to 40% in 2025, but senior positions remain dismal across sectors, hindering economic growth.

20 Apr, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

Why has Punjab introduced a new law on sacrilege?, Pg11

Punjab toughens sacrilege law with life imprisonment for Guru Granth Sahib desecration, sparking legal and ethical debates.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

19 Apr, 2026

Why has Punjab introduced a new law on sacrilege?, Pg11

Punjab toughens sacrilege law with life imprisonment for Guru Granth Sahib desecration, sparking legal and ethical debates.

19 Apr, 2026

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

‘Why delay the 2023 Act?’: women’s reservation comes full circle as govt.’s ‘U-turn’ fails in LS, Pg6

Government's attempt to fast-track women's reservation fails in Lok Sabha; Opposition renews demand for immediate implementation without census and delimitation.

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

19 Apr, 2026

‘Why delay the 2023 Act?’: women’s reservation comes full circle as govt.’s ‘U-turn’ fails in LS, Pg6

Government's attempt to fast-track women's reservation fails in Lok Sabha; Opposition renews demand for immediate implementation without census and delimitation.

19 Apr, 2026

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