Social Issues & Schemes

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Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
20 May, 2026

World isn't prepared for next pandemic, Pg12

WHO warns of global pandemic unpreparedness amid Ebola outbreak, funding cuts, and Global Pandemic Treaty stress, raising health security concerns.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
20 May, 2026

SC cites citizen's right to move freely, allows euthanasia of 'rabid, dangerous' stray dogs, Pg1

Supreme Court upholds citizen's right to move freely, allows euthanasia for 'rabid, dangerous' stray dogs under existing laws.

Health SectorIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBiotechnology
19 May, 2026

India still short on expertise, tools to manage fungal health burden, Pg2

India grapples with fungal disease burden due to expertise gaps, limited diagnostic tools, and antimicrobial resistance, impacting both humans and wildlife.

Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
19 May, 2026

Why has the WHO declared a PHEIC over Ebola outbreak?, Pg8

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda a global health emergency, triggering coordinated response and vaccine deployment.

Women and Women's OrganizationsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
19 May, 2026

Gender, caregiving, the law in Indian research funding, Pg6

Indian research funding policies need reforms to address gender disparities and caregiving responsibilities, ensuring substantive equality for women researchers.

Population and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels
19 May, 2026

In federalism challenges, consensus is the solution, Pg9

Authors highlight growing democratic deficit and fiscal transfer imbalances challenging Indian federalism, urging consensus-based solutions for nation-building amidst political divisiveness.

Health SectorE GovernanceBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace Technology
19 May, 2026

India, Norway elevate bilateral ties to Green Strategic Partnership, Pg7

India and Norway Forge 'Green Strategic Partnership' to Boost Cooperation in Clean Energy, Climate Resilience, and Digital Development.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
19 May, 2026

On Saranda forests, Jharkhand must heed SC, Pg10

Jharkhand government delays declaring Saranda forests as wildlife sanctuary despite SC orders, risking ecological security and increasing human-animal conflict.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
18 May, 2026

India, Netherlands upgrade bilateral ties, sign 17 pacts, Pg10

India and Netherlands elevate ties to Strategic Partnership, sign 17 pacts focusing on water, agriculture, health, and semiconductors.

Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
18 May, 2026

Ebola outbreak in Congo is a global emergency, says WHO, Pg1

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo a global health emergency after 300+ cases and 88 deaths, citing international spread risk.

Indian Society and Diversity of IndiaWomen and Women's Organizations
18 May, 2026

Turns out, women also hunted and went to war, Pg8

Archaeological discoveries challenge traditional gender roles, revealing women's participation in hunting and warfare, reshaping societal perceptions and housework responsibilities.

Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
18 May, 2026

Ebola outbreak in Congo & Uganda an 'emergency' of global concern, says WHO, Pg12

WHO declares Congo & Uganda Ebola outbreak a global health emergency after 80 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo virus.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
17 May, 2026

Focused ultrasound offers new ways to treat eye disease, Pg13

Ultrasound technology offers non-invasive treatments for eye diseases like glaucoma, potentially restoring vision by stimulating retinal and brain cells.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorE Governance
17 May, 2026

Centre to roll out scheme to educate out-of-school teens, Pg11

Centre's pilot program aims to reintegrate 14-18 year-old out-of-school children into education via NIOS distance learning in 10 districts.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEducation SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
17 May, 2026

Make NTA statutory body accountable to Parliament: doctors’ front moves SC, Pg10

Doctors' front petitions SC for NTA's statutory status, citing accountability gaps and systemic failures in NEET-UG exams.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
17 May, 2026

CBSE makes three-language study compulsory for Class 9 students beginning July 1, Pg9

CBSE mandates three languages, including two Indian, for Class 9 from July 1, aligning with NEP 2020.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
17 May, 2026

Centre clears two joint secys, joint directors for NTA, Pg7

Amid NEET controversy, Centre appoints key officials to NTA, signaling reform efforts and enhanced oversight after paper leak allegations.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
16 May, 2026

NEET re-exam will be conducted on June 21, Pg8

NEET-UG 2024 re-exam scheduled for June 21 amidst paper leak concerns; shifts to computer-based format from 2025.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismParliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's Act
16 May, 2026

​Juggernaut rolls on, Pg6

ECI's Special Intensive Revision faces scrutiny over mass deletions, disenfranchisement, and flawed methodology impacting marginalized communities, raising concerns about electoral integrity.

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