Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster ManagementSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster ManagementCan SHANTI Act override court on compensation for nuclear disasters, asks SC, Pg10Supreme Court challenges SHANTI Act 2025's liability caps for nuclear disasters, questioning if it can restrict constitutional courts from awarding suitable victim compensation.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster ManagementSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management18 Aug, 2026Can SHANTI Act override court on compensation for nuclear disasters, asks SC, Pg10Supreme Court challenges SHANTI Act 2025's liability caps for nuclear disasters, questioning if it can restrict constitutional courts from awarding suitable victim compensation.18 Aug, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMassive backlog in fast-track courts an eye-opener: Cong., Pg16Union Law Minister reveals 17.5 lakh pending cases in fast-track courts, raising concerns over their efficacy and low conviction rates in many states.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors14 Aug, 2026Massive backlog in fast-track courts an eye-opener: Cong., Pg16Union Law Minister reveals 17.5 lakh pending cases in fast-track courts, raising concerns over their efficacy and low conviction rates in many states.14 Aug, 2026
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySeven-judge Bench to hear case concerning legislative privileges from October 6, Pg14Supreme Court's seven-judge bench to commence hearing from October 6 on legislative privileges versus citizens' fundamental right to freedom of speech.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary14 Aug, 2026Seven-judge Bench to hear case concerning legislative privileges from October 6, Pg14Supreme Court's seven-judge bench to commence hearing from October 6 on legislative privileges versus citizens' fundamental right to freedom of speech.14 Aug, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsReforming India’s Tribunal SystemTribunals Reforms Bill 2026 establishes judiciary-led National Tribunals Commission, enhancing independence and accountability in tribunal appointments, aligning with Supreme Court directives.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors13 Aug, 2026Reforming India’s Tribunal SystemTribunals Reforms Bill 2026 establishes judiciary-led National Tribunals Commission, enhancing independence and accountability in tribunal appointments, aligning with Supreme Court directives.13 Aug, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesKarnataka Told to Release Water to T.N., Pg1Cauvery Water Management Authority directs Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days amidst severe hydrological distress.Union State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies12 Aug, 2026Karnataka Told to Release Water to T.N., Pg1Cauvery Water Management Authority directs Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days amidst severe hydrological distress.12 Aug, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesTribunals Reforms Bill passed amid din in LS, Pg11Parliament passes Tribunals Reforms Bill 2026, creating National Tribunals Commission to ensure judicial independence and address Supreme Court's previous concerns.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies11 Aug, 2026Tribunals Reforms Bill passed amid din in LS, Pg11Parliament passes Tribunals Reforms Bill 2026, creating National Tribunals Commission to ensure judicial independence and address Supreme Court's previous concerns.11 Aug, 2026
Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesPost Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesMediating Telangana’s Inter-State Issues, Pg7Telangana prepares to present Krishna river water disputes against Karnataka at the Southern Zonal Council meeting, seeking Centre's intervention.Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesPost Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies10 Aug, 2026Mediating Telangana’s Inter-State Issues, Pg7Telangana prepares to present Krishna river water disputes against Karnataka at the Southern Zonal Council meeting, seeking Centre's intervention.10 Aug, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthThe Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026 passed by ParliamentParliament passes MSMED Amendment Bill 2026, strengthening MSMEs, easing business, and ensuring timely payments for robust economic growth.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth8 Aug, 2026The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026 passed by ParliamentParliament passes MSMED Amendment Bill 2026, strengthening MSMEs, easing business, and ensuring timely payments for robust economic growth.8 Aug, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryFIRs Cannot Be ‘Withdrawn’, But Protestors Can Get Relief In 3 Ways, Pg17Supreme Court clarifies FIRs cannot be withdrawn, but protest cases can end via closure reports, prosecution withdrawal, or High Court quashing, citing BNSS provisions.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary7 Aug, 2026FIRs Cannot Be ‘Withdrawn’, But Protestors Can Get Relief In 3 Ways, Pg17Supreme Court clarifies FIRs cannot be withdrawn, but protest cases can end via closure reports, prosecution withdrawal, or High Court quashing, citing BNSS provisions.7 Aug, 2026
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsExtending Creamy Layer to SC, ST Is Parliament's Call: Govt to Top Court, Pg10Centre informs Supreme Court that extending creamy layer to SC/STs falls under Parliament's legislative domain, emphasizing historical and social criteria for reservation.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections7 Aug, 2026Extending Creamy Layer to SC, ST Is Parliament's Call: Govt to Top Court, Pg10Centre informs Supreme Court that extending creamy layer to SC/STs falls under Parliament's legislative domain, emphasizing historical and social criteria for reservation.7 Aug, 2026
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryMoney Bill route pending before SC, Govt chooses it to raise strength of judges, Pg1Government uses controversial Money Bill route to increase Supreme Court judge strength, sparking constitutional challenge pending before a larger bench.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary6 Aug, 2026Money Bill route pending before SC, Govt chooses it to raise strength of judges, Pg1Government uses controversial Money Bill route to increase Supreme Court judge strength, sparking constitutional challenge pending before a larger bench.6 Aug, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsDistress and dispute, Pg6Monsoon failure exacerbates Cauvery water dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, as states struggle with distress-sharing formula despite CWMA directives.Union State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems3 Aug, 2026Distress and dispute, Pg6Monsoon failure exacerbates Cauvery water dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, as states struggle with distress-sharing formula despite CWMA directives.3 Aug, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRole of Civil Services in a DemocracySecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRole of Civil Services in a DemocracySecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateOver 3,000 serving officers move SC against CAPF Act, Pg13Over 3,000 CAPF officers challenge CAPF Act 2026 in Supreme Court, alleging it negates previous ruling and favors IPS for top leadership roles.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRole of Civil Services in a DemocracySecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRole of Civil Services in a DemocracySecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate2 Aug, 2026Over 3,000 serving officers move SC against CAPF Act, Pg13Over 3,000 CAPF officers challenge CAPF Act 2026 in Supreme Court, alleging it negates previous ruling and favors IPS for top leadership roles.2 Aug, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesCWMA Upholds Order Directing Release of Cauvery Water to T.N., Pg1Cauvery Water Management Authority upholds order for Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs daily to Tamil Nadu, despite Karnataka's distress appeal.Union State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies31 Jul, 2026CWMA Upholds Order Directing Release of Cauvery Water to T.N., Pg1Cauvery Water Management Authority upholds order for Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs daily to Tamil Nadu, despite Karnataka's distress appeal.31 Jul, 2026
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConstitutional BodiesIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConstitutional BodiesCentre defends CEC panel without CJI, Pg14Supreme Court questions Centre's new CEC selection panel, citing executive dominance and potential compromise of Election Commission's independence, reserving judgment.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConstitutional BodiesIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConstitutional Bodies31 Jul, 2026Centre defends CEC panel without CJI, Pg14Supreme Court questions Centre's new CEC selection panel, citing executive dominance and potential compromise of Election Commission's independence, reserving judgment.31 Jul, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsWhy did Cauvery panel order Karnataka to release water?, Pg12Cauvery Water Management Authority endorsed CWRC's order for Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs to Tamil Nadu amidst distress conditions, sparking state reactions.Union State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems31 Jul, 2026Why did Cauvery panel order Karnataka to release water?, Pg12Cauvery Water Management Authority endorsed CWRC's order for Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs to Tamil Nadu amidst distress conditions, sparking state reactions.31 Jul, 2026
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHave fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice?, Pg11Fast-track courts struggle with massive backlogs and resource deficits, raising questions about their effectiveness in ensuring speedy justice.Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors31 Jul, 2026Have fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice?, Pg11Fast-track courts struggle with massive backlogs and resource deficits, raising questions about their effectiveness in ensuring speedy justice.31 Jul, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentRetrospective green nod: SC strikes down Centre's order, opens window for exception, Pg1Supreme Court strikes down Centre's 2021 order on retrospective environmental clearance, affirming government's power to grant exceptions under 1986 Act for public interest.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEnvironmental Impact Assessment30 Jul, 2026Retrospective green nod: SC strikes down Centre's order, opens window for exception, Pg1Supreme Court strikes down Centre's 2021 order on retrospective environmental clearance, affirming government's power to grant exceptions under 1986 Act for public interest.30 Jul, 2026
Women and Women's OrganizationsSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable SectionsWomen and Women's OrganizationsSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable SectionsAcid ingestion included in amended Act: Centre to SC, Pg14Centre amends RPwD Act 2016, expanding 'acid attack victim' definition to include internal injuries from acid ingestion, ensuring retrospective benefits.Women and Women's OrganizationsSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable SectionsWomen and Women's OrganizationsSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable Sections15 Jul, 2026Acid ingestion included in amended Act: Centre to SC, Pg14Centre amends RPwD Act 2016, expanding 'acid attack victim' definition to include internal injuries from acid ingestion, ensuring retrospective benefits.15 Jul, 2026
Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismBishnoi indictment: The long road to extradition, Pg12US DoJ seeks gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's extradition for Nijjar killing, initiating complex legal battle under India-US treaty and Extradition Act.Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism13 Jul, 2026Bishnoi indictment: The long road to extradition, Pg12US DoJ seeks gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's extradition for Nijjar killing, initiating complex legal battle under India-US treaty and Extradition Act.13 Jul, 2026