Social Issues & Schemes
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Poverty and Developmental IssuesParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
More than 40 crore Indians are caught in a healthcare gap: panel, Pg II
Parliamentary panel highlights 40 crore Indians trapped in healthcare gap, too rich for subsidies but too poor for private care, urging stronger public health.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
Why Accessible Rehabilitation Is The Need Of The Hour In India, Pg II
India's healthcare system fails to provide accessible rehabilitation, leaving many disabled post-treatment, necessitating urgent policy reforms and community-based solutions.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
For newborns, the answer is hospital plus home, Pg8
Rising newborn deaths in overcrowded government hospitals necessitate a 'hospital plus home' strategy, leveraging community health workers for improved care.
Population and Associated IssuesRepresentation of the People's ActGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
Youth Power, An Electoral Force Still In The Making, Pg8
Political parties court India's youth, a demographic powerhouse, but their electoral influence remains fragmented despite government initiatives and recent protests.
Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesVulnerable SectionsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster Management
Keeping Pace With a Succession of Climate Shock Events, Pg9
Nepal's devastating floods underscore South Asia's increasing climate shocks, revealing marginalized communities' extreme vulnerability and the urgent need for regional cooperation.
Urbanization, Problems and RemediesStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesSpace TechnologyConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Air quality panel taps ISRO to improve tracking of Punjab, Haryana farm fires, Pg1
CAQM taps ISRO for advanced satellite tracking and 'ground truthing' of Punjab, Haryana farm fires to mitigate Delhi NCR's winter pollution.
Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyBiotechnology
Tiny Molecular Switch Enables Nature-Inspired Biomaterials For Self-Powered Healthcare
Indian researchers developed peptide-based piezoelectric biomaterials for self-powered implantable medical devices, converting body movements into electricity, offering a sustainable healthcare solution.
Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBiotechnology
Moving Towards a Universal Vaccine Against Pneumonia and Meningitis, Pg II
British scientists develop promising experimental universal vaccine (ZPY-CpG-Ch) against pneumonia and meningitis using reverse vaccinology, showing high efficacy in mice.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
Mental health must anchor public health, Pg7
India must anchor mental health in public policy for Viksit Bharat 2047, addressing the 84.5% treatment gap through community care and financial protection.
Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyBiotechnology
New study on temperature change induced structure recovery patterns could help drug delivery
Raman Research Institute scientists unveil temperature shock technique to liquefy jammed materials, enabling precise drug delivery applications.
Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
Pregnancy, maternity leave cannot be grounds for demotion at work, says HC, Pg6
Delhi High Court rules against demotion post-maternity leave, citing constitutional equality and dignity, directing companies to ensure equivalent roles and support.
Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorDisaster and Disaster Management
Himalayan disaster redraws disease ecology, Pg13
Sikkim disaster highlights critical health system failures, urging a shift to long-term disease ecology, climate-proof hospitals, and extended post-disaster health surveillance.
Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorFood Processing and Related Industries
Red label for salt, sugar and fat is a good start, Pg12
FSSAI proposes red hexagonal warning labels on packaged foods to combat India's alarming obesity rates, following Supreme Court's directive.
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
Top Court Quashes FIRs Against Gen Z Protesters, Pg1
Supreme Court quashes FIRs against Gen Z NEET-UG protesters using Article 142, directs pan-India compensation policy for paper leak victims.
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
Untouchability and the idea of ‘purity’, Pg10
Legal debate erupts over purification ritual after Dalit leader's rally, probing if it constitutes untouchability under Article 17 and related laws.
Inclusive GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE Governance
Majority of India’s gig workers remain out of govt.’s reach, Pg9
Over 80% of India's 1 crore gig workers remain unregistered on e-Shram portal, missing crucial social security benefits despite government initiatives.
Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersConservation, Pollution and Degradation
From Awareness to Ownership
Namami Gange's Jan Ganga initiative empowers communities, fostering ownership and collective action for sustainable river rejuvenation and conservation.
Poverty and Developmental IssuesDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaHuman Values, Lessons from Leaders, Reformers and Administrators
Singapore Diplomat, Myanmar Activist & Bangladeshi Aid Giver Win Magsaysay Awards, Pg2
Singaporean diplomat Tommy Koh, Myanmar activist Bo Kyi, and Bangladeshi aid worker Runa Khan receive prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Awards for selfless service and impactful contributions.
Population and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
Centre Defers Census Exercise In Manipur Amid NRC Demands, Pg10
Centre defers Manipur Census operations following high-level review and intense public demands for NRC update, with High Court also ordering deferral.
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