Social Issues & Schemes

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Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues Vulnerable Sections

Centre fixes wage; VB-G RAM G to offer minimum ₹300 a day, Pg1

Centre mandates ₹300 daily floor wage under new VB-G RAM G Act, replacing MGNREGA, sparking Congress criticism over 'unjustifiably low' rates.

Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues Vulnerable Sections

2 Jul, 2026

Centre fixes wage; VB-G RAM G to offer minimum ₹300 a day, Pg1

Centre mandates ₹300 daily floor wage under new VB-G RAM G Act, replacing MGNREGA, sparking Congress criticism over 'unjustifiably low' rates.

2 Jul, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

China ethnic unity law comes into force despite overseas criticism, Pg14

China's new ethnic unity law, aiming for "shared identity," sparks international outcry from UN and rights groups over potential threats to minority freedoms.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

2 Jul, 2026

China ethnic unity law comes into force despite overseas criticism, Pg14

China's new ethnic unity law, aiming for "shared identity," sparks international outcry from UN and rights groups over potential threats to minority freedoms.

2 Jul, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Over 99% of births, deaths registered in 2024: report, Pg12

India achieves near-universal birth and death registration (over 99%) in 2024, revealing a national sex ratio at birth of 917, with significant state disparities.

Women and Women's Organizations Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

2 Jul, 2026

Over 99% of births, deaths registered in 2024: report, Pg12

India achieves near-universal birth and death registration (over 99%) in 2024, revealing a national sex ratio at birth of 917, with significant state disparities.

2 Jul, 2026

Literature Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Gaza: a homeland remembered through stories of war and survival, Pg9

Powerful new books expose Gaza's devastating humanitarian crisis, detailing alleged genocide by Israel and the resilience of Palestinian voices amidst war.

Literature Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

2 Jul, 2026

Gaza: a homeland remembered through stories of war and survival, Pg9

Powerful new books expose Gaza's devastating humanitarian crisis, detailing alleged genocide by Israel and the resilience of Palestinian voices amidst war.

2 Jul, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Under VB-G RAM G, States’ expenditure could go up six-fold, Pg7

States face six-fold expenditure hike under new VB-G RAM G, replacing MGNREGA from July 1, shifting significant financial burden.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

2 Jul, 2026

Under VB-G RAM G, States’ expenditure could go up six-fold, Pg7

States face six-fold expenditure hike under new VB-G RAM G, replacing MGNREGA from July 1, shifting significant financial burden.

2 Jul, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

On curbing young adults on social media, Pg7

UK's proposed social media ban for under-16s sparks global debate on efficacy, data privacy, and urgent need for robust platform governance.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

2 Jul, 2026

On curbing young adults on social media, Pg7

UK's proposed social media ban for under-16s sparks global debate on efficacy, data privacy, and urgent need for robust platform governance.

2 Jul, 2026

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

Yes and no, Pg6

New report exposes India's grassroots democracy crisis, revealing Gram Sabhas reduced to clearinghouses and state bypassing PESA rights, fueling rural alienation.

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

2 Jul, 2026

Yes and no, Pg6

New report exposes India's grassroots democracy crisis, revealing Gram Sabhas reduced to clearinghouses and state bypassing PESA rights, fueling rural alienation.

2 Jul, 2026

Vulnerable Sections E Governance

New EPF Scheme notified: Most core provisions retained, Pg16

Centre notifies new EPF Scheme 2026, retaining core provisions, simplifying withdrawals, and aligning with Social Security Code 2020 for enhanced compliance.

Vulnerable Sections E Governance

2 Jul, 2026

New EPF Scheme notified: Most core provisions retained, Pg16

Centre notifies new EPF Scheme 2026, retaining core provisions, simplifying withdrawals, and aligning with Social Security Code 2020 for enhanced compliance.

2 Jul, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Comparison of Indian Constitution with Other Countries

Why US Supreme Court scrapped Trump's birthright citizenship order, Pg15

US Supreme Court delivers major judicial setback to Trump, scrapping his executive order and reaffirming birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, upholding 150-year precedent.

Population and Associated Issues Comparison of Indian Constitution with Other Countries

2 Jul, 2026

Why US Supreme Court scrapped Trump's birthright citizenship order, Pg15

US Supreme Court delivers major judicial setback to Trump, scrapping his executive order and reaffirming birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, upholding 150-year precedent.

2 Jul, 2026

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Vulnerable Sections Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

‘Killing of Palestinian children part of larger plan for genocide’, Pg14

UN Commission alleges Israeli forces systematically target Palestinian children, killing over 20,000 since October 7, as part of a larger genocide plan, demanding international accountability.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Vulnerable Sections Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

1 Jul, 2026

‘Killing of Palestinian children part of larger plan for genocide’, Pg14

UN Commission alleges Israeli forces systematically target Palestinian children, killing over 20,000 since October 7, as part of a larger genocide plan, demanding international accountability.

1 Jul, 2026

Education Sector

Indian and foreign, Pg8

CBSE's NEP 2020 three-language formula sparks controversy, forcing students to drop foreign languages, impacting Class 10 exams and global mobility.

Education Sector

1 Jul, 2026

Indian and foreign, Pg8

CBSE's NEP 2020 three-language formula sparks controversy, forcing students to drop foreign languages, impacting Class 10 exams and global mobility.

1 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance

Year after UMEED, waqf database shows 11% applications rejected, a third from UP, Pg15

UMEED portal rejects 11% of Waqf property applications, leaving 88,571 properties in limbo; Uttar Pradesh leads with 36% of rejections, raising concerns.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance

1 Jul, 2026

Year after UMEED, waqf database shows 11% applications rejected, a third from UP, Pg15

UMEED portal rejects 11% of Waqf property applications, leaving 88,571 properties in limbo; Uttar Pradesh leads with 36% of rejections, raising concerns.

1 Jul, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Environmental Impact Assessment Ethics and Human Interface

A question in wake of Great Nicobar project: Is what can be justified also just?, Pg12

Great Nicobar project ignites fierce debate over tribal displacement and ecological devastation, challenging the state's ethical duty and public trust doctrine.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Environmental Impact Assessment Ethics and Human Interface

1 Jul, 2026

A question in wake of Great Nicobar project: Is what can be justified also just?, Pg12

Great Nicobar project ignites fierce debate over tribal displacement and ecological devastation, challenging the state's ethical duty and public trust doctrine.

1 Jul, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector E Governance

Govt. launches platform to track maternal, child health, Pg14

Union Minister Amit Shah launches PM-FCT digital platform for real-time tracking of maternal, child health, nutrition, and welfare, piloted in Gujarat.

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector E Governance

30 Jun, 2026

Govt. launches platform to track maternal, child health, Pg14

Union Minister Amit Shah launches PM-FCT digital platform for real-time tracking of maternal, child health, nutrition, and welfare, piloted in Gujarat.

30 Jun, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Why are States opposing VB-G RAM G, Pg14

States oppose new VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme replacing MGNREGA, citing 40% financial burden and centralisation of power, sparking federalism concerns.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

30 Jun, 2026

Why are States opposing VB-G RAM G, Pg14

States oppose new VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme replacing MGNREGA, citing 40% financial burden and centralisation of power, sparking federalism concerns.

30 Jun, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

Has RBI changed the rules for scam compensation?, Pg10

RBI mandates new scam compensation rules, effective 2027, offering victims up to ₹25,000 for digital fraud and cyberattacks, amending 2017 circular.

Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

30 Jun, 2026

Has RBI changed the rules for scam compensation?, Pg10

RBI mandates new scam compensation rules, effective 2027, offering victims up to ₹25,000 for digital fraud and cyberattacks, amending 2017 circular.

30 Jun, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

Caught in the middle, Pg8

India, caught between Golden Crescent and Golden Triangle, battles surging drug trafficking via drones and darknet, demanding urgent policy shift from seizures to rehabilitation.

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

30 Jun, 2026

Caught in the middle, Pg8

India, caught between Golden Crescent and Golden Triangle, battles surging drug trafficking via drones and darknet, demanding urgent policy shift from seizures to rehabilitation.

30 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector E Governance

Why more medicines will now have QR codes on their packets, Pg22

Union government mandates QR codes on vaccines, anti-cancer drugs by 2028, implementing track-and-trace to combat counterfeiting and boost drug safety.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector E Governance

30 Jun, 2026

Why more medicines will now have QR codes on their packets, Pg22

Union government mandates QR codes on vaccines, anti-cancer drugs by 2028, implementing track-and-trace to combat counterfeiting and boost drug safety.

30 Jun, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance

Govt. launches portal for auditing of rural schemes, Pg11

Union Minister launches AI-powered 'Rural Internal Audit Portal' to boost transparency and accountability in rural schemes, addressing past MGNREGA irregularities.

Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance

29 Jun, 2026

Govt. launches portal for auditing of rural schemes, Pg11

Union Minister launches AI-powered 'Rural Internal Audit Portal' to boost transparency and accountability in rural schemes, addressing past MGNREGA irregularities.

29 Jun, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector E Governance