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

'Dominant caste men used sexual violence as tool': After unease, SC reviews handbook, Pg3

Supreme Court reviews handbook to promote sensitivity among judges in sexual offence cases, addressing gender representation and judicial perspective.

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

9 Mar, 2026

'Dominant caste men used sexual violence as tool': After unease, SC reviews handbook, Pg3

Supreme Court reviews handbook to promote sensitivity among judges in sexual offence cases, addressing gender representation and judicial perspective.

9 Mar, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures

LS to debate resolution on removal of Om Birla as Speaker on Monday. Pg1

The Lok Sabha is scheduled to debate a significant Opposition-led resolution seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla on Monday, marking a rare procedural challenge in India's lower house.

Parliament and State Legislatures

7 Mar, 2026

LS to debate resolution on removal of Om Birla as Speaker on Monday. Pg1

The Lok Sabha is scheduled to debate a significant Opposition-led resolution seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla on Monday, marking a rare procedural challenge in India's lower house.

7 Mar, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Health Sector

SC to look into feasibility of NAT for blood transfusion, Pg12

Supreme Court examines mandatory Nucleic Acid Testing (NAT) in blood banks to ensure safer transfusions and protect fundamental right to life.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Health Sector

3 Mar, 2026

SC to look into feasibility of NAT for blood transfusion, Pg12

Supreme Court examines mandatory Nucleic Acid Testing (NAT) in blood banks to ensure safer transfusions and protect fundamental right to life.

3 Mar, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Accountability and Ethical Governance

Rethinking tax searches for the digital age, Pg7

Supreme Court examines the legality of income tax searches in the digital age, balancing state power and informational privacy.

3 Mar, 2026

Rethinking tax searches for the digital age, Pg7

Supreme Court examines the legality of income tax searches in the digital age, balancing state power and informational privacy.

3 Mar, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Science and Technology in Everyday Life Accountability and Ethical Governance

AI 'hallucination' again in a trial court order, SC talks of 'institutional concern', Pg9

Supreme Court flags 'misconduct' over AI-fabricated judgments, raising concerns about judicial process and accountability in Andhra Pradesh case.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Science and Technology in Everyday Life Accountability and Ethical Governance

3 Mar, 2026

AI 'hallucination' again in a trial court order, SC talks of 'institutional concern', Pg9

Supreme Court flags 'misconduct' over AI-fabricated judgments, raising concerns about judicial process and accountability in Andhra Pradesh case.

3 Mar, 2026

Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and Socialism Comparison of Indian Constitution with Other Countries Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Iran's power pyramid, with Supreme Leader at the top, Pg13

Iran grapples with leadership transition after Supreme Leader's assassination, triggering constitutional procedures and power struggles amidst regional tensions.

3 Mar, 2026

Iran's power pyramid, with Supreme Leader at the top, Pg13

Iran grapples with leadership transition after Supreme Leader's assassination, triggering constitutional procedures and power struggles amidst regional tensions.

3 Mar, 2026

Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Government Budgeting

EPFO trustees for 8.25% rate, its investment panel had suggested 8.1%, Pg1

EPFO retains 8.25% interest rate for 2025-26 despite internal panel suggesting 8.1%, projecting a deficit of ₹944.06 crore.

Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Government Budgeting

3 Mar, 2026

EPFO trustees for 8.25% rate, its investment panel had suggested 8.1%, Pg1

EPFO retains 8.25% interest rate for 2025-26 despite internal panel suggesting 8.1%, projecting a deficit of ₹944.06 crore.

3 Mar, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

U.P. receives over 84% of all out-of-State MPLADS funds, Pg7

Analysis reveals U.P. received 84% of out-of-state MPLADS funds, raising questions on fund allocation and utilization by MPs.

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

2 Mar, 2026

U.P. receives over 84% of all out-of-State MPLADS funds, Pg7

Analysis reveals U.P. received 84% of out-of-state MPLADS funds, raising questions on fund allocation and utilization by MPs.

2 Mar, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Constitutional Bodies Government Budgeting

Sixteenth Finance Commission — misses and concerns, Pg6

Sixteenth Finance Commission retains states' share at 41%, recommends 'grand bargain' on cesses, raises concerns about fiscal impact.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Constitutional Bodies Government Budgeting

2 Mar, 2026

Sixteenth Finance Commission — misses and concerns, Pg6

Sixteenth Finance Commission retains states' share at 41%, recommends 'grand bargain' on cesses, raises concerns about fiscal impact.

2 Mar, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC Collegium announces 'advance transfer' policy for incoming HC CJs, Pg6

Supreme Court Collegium mandates advance transfer policy for incoming High Court Chief Justices to ensure seamless transition and efficient administration.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

28 Feb, 2026

SC Collegium announces 'advance transfer' policy for incoming HC CJs, Pg6

Supreme Court Collegium mandates advance transfer policy for incoming High Court Chief Justices to ensure seamless transition and efficient administration.

28 Feb, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Constitutional Bodies

As urbanisation grows, 16th FC provides a boost, Pg4

16th Finance Commission boosts urban local bodies with increased grants amid rising urbanization, addressing financial gaps in urban governance.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Constitutional Bodies

28 Feb, 2026

As urbanisation grows, 16th FC provides a boost, Pg4

16th Finance Commission boosts urban local bodies with increased grants amid rising urbanization, addressing financial gaps in urban governance.

28 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

Centre's fiscal deficit at 63% of full year target at Jan-end, Pg23

India's fiscal deficit reaches ₹9.8 lakh crore by January, 63% of the 2025-26 target, showing improved fiscal management.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

28 Feb, 2026

Centre's fiscal deficit at 63% of full year target at Jan-end, Pg23

India's fiscal deficit reaches ₹9.8 lakh crore by January, 63% of the 2025-26 target, showing improved fiscal management.

28 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Money Laundering and its Prevention

CBI in the dock: Court calls out 'abuse,' says hold officer to account, Pg5

Delhi court acquits Kejriwal, others in excise policy case, slams CBI probe as 'abuse' and recommends action against IO.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Money Laundering and its Prevention

28 Feb, 2026

CBI in the dock: Court calls out 'abuse,' says hold officer to account, Pg5

Delhi court acquits Kejriwal, others in excise policy case, slams CBI probe as 'abuse' and recommends action against IO.

28 Feb, 2026

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Tribal Affairs Ministry set to revamp forest rights cells, form ‘one-stop’ coordinating units, Pg8

Tribal Affairs Ministry overhauls Forest Rights Act Cells into 'one-stop' PMUs for streamlined policy implementation, raising concerns among states.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

28 Feb, 2026

Tribal Affairs Ministry set to revamp forest rights cells, form ‘one-stop’ coordinating units, Pg8

Tribal Affairs Ministry overhauls Forest Rights Act Cells into 'one-stop' PMUs for streamlined policy implementation, raising concerns among states.

28 Feb, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Vulnerable Sections Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Need to strike a balance, says SC on SHANTI Act petition, Pg9

Supreme Court examines SHANTI Act 2025, questioning liability caps for private nuclear operators, balancing development needs with safety concerns.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Vulnerable Sections Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

28 Feb, 2026

Need to strike a balance, says SC on SHANTI Act petition, Pg9

Supreme Court examines SHANTI Act 2025, questioning liability caps for private nuclear operators, balancing development needs with safety concerns.

28 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Education Sector

NCERT asks public to return Class 8 textbook, delete posts, Pg8

NCERT recalls Class 8 textbook after Supreme Court objection to content on judicial corruption; directs deletion of online posts.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Education Sector

28 Feb, 2026

NCERT asks public to return Class 8 textbook, delete posts, Pg8

NCERT recalls Class 8 textbook after Supreme Court objection to content on judicial corruption; directs deletion of online posts.

28 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Education Sector

SC bans Class 8 textbook, orders seizure of copies, Pg1

Supreme Court bans NCERT Class 8 textbook for portraying judiciary negatively, initiates contempt action and orders seizure of copies.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Education Sector

27 Feb, 2026

SC bans Class 8 textbook, orders seizure of copies, Pg1

Supreme Court bans NCERT Class 8 textbook for portraying judiciary negatively, initiates contempt action and orders seizure of copies.

27 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

Chargesheet copies should be given to kin of victims: SC, Pg14

Supreme Court mandates CBI to provide chargesheet copies to victims' families in 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases, ensuring transparency and justice.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

27 Feb, 2026

Chargesheet copies should be given to kin of victims: SC, Pg14

Supreme Court mandates CBI to provide chargesheet copies to victims' families in 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases, ensuring transparency and justice.

27 Feb, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Accountability and Ethical Governance