Social Issues & Schemes

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Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsLinkages between Development and Spread of Extremism
16 May, 2026

State’s duty is to ensure living wages for workers, not label them as ‘terrorists’, says SC, Pg8

Supreme Court rebukes UP government for invoking NSA against workers demanding living wages, emphasizes state's constitutional duty under Article 43.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
16 May, 2026

Bengal signs pact with Centre to implement PM-SHRI scheme, Pg5

West Bengal joins PM-SHRI scheme after Centre links funds, while Tamil Nadu and Kerala still resist NEP implementation.

Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
16 May, 2026

Hantavirus as a warning: Why outbreaks like this may become more common, Pg11

Zoonotic disease outbreaks are becoming more frequent due to deforestation, industrial farming, and climate change, posing global health security threats.

Education SectorE GovernanceBasics of Cyber Security
16 May, 2026

Behind the long wait for NEET-UG exam to go online, Pg11

NEET-UG to transition to computer-based testing (CBT) following paper leak concerns and committee recommendations for enhanced security.

Women and Women's OrganizationsHealth Sector
15 May, 2026

From PCOS to PMOS: understanding the reasons for name change, Pg2

PCOS Rebranded as PMOS: Aims to broaden diagnostic criteria, reduce stigma, and improve women's healthcare by 2028.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEducation SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
15 May, 2026

NTA ignored SC directions to overhaul system after 2024 leak: medical body petition, Pg15

Medical body urges Supreme Court intervention in NEET-UG exam irregularities due to NTA's systemic failures and digital breaches.

Inclusive GrowthWomen and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
15 May, 2026

India’s labour market shows gains, but challenges persist, Pg12

PLFS 2025 reveals India's Labour Force Participation Rate at 59% with declining youth unemployment, improved female participation, and wage growth.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth SectorDisaster and Disaster Management
15 May, 2026

​Cooling doctrine, Pg10

India needs a national cooling doctrine ensuring safe indoor temperatures as a public health entitlement, focusing on sustainable solutions.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
15 May, 2026

Custodial killings 'worst kind of crime': Fresh probe ordered in over 260 cases, Pg9

Jharkhand HC orders fresh probe into 260 custodial deaths, slams state for bypassing mandatory judicial inquiries, terming it 'administrative lawlessness'.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesRepresentation of the People's Act
15 May, 2026

EC announces schedule for Phase 3 of SIR in 16 states, 3 UTs; process begins on May 30, Pg6

Election Commission announces Phase 3 of Special Summary Revision (SIR) in 16 states, 3 UTs starting May 30.

Women and Women's OrganizationsHealth Sector
15 May, 2026

What is PCOS and why does renaming it to PMOS matter?, Pg13

PCOS renamed to PMOS globally, reflecting its complex nature beyond ovaries, impacting diagnosis and treatment approaches.

Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryHealth Sector
15 May, 2026

Court shows the way, law must follow, Pg11

Supreme Court champions women's reproductive rights, urging MTP Act amendment for late-term abortions based on psychological distress and autonomy.

Women and Women's OrganizationsHealth Sector
14 May, 2026

PCOS gets a new name; change seeks to aid faster diagnosis and treatment, Pg12

PCOS renamed to PMOS by Endocrine Society to reflect endocrine, metabolic, and ovarian dysfunction for faster diagnosis and reduced stigma.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
14 May, 2026

NTA, govt. did not want to cancel NEET in 2024, cited student welfare in the SC, Pg11

NEET-UG cancellation contrasts Centre's prior SC stance citing student welfare, fairness, and exam sanctity concerns, raising questions on governance.

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

Why did NTA’s ‘Zero Error’ policy fail?, Pg8

NEET-UG 2024 marred by paper leak allegations, NTA's 'zero error' policy fails, raising concerns over exam integrity.

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

Why NEET is more prone to paper leaks than JEE, Pg9

NEET faces higher paper leak risks than JEE due to offline format and logistical vulnerabilities, impacting lakhs of students.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
14 May, 2026

India gets its first Alzheimer's therapy at Rs 1 lakh/dose, Pg7

Eli Lilly launches Lormalzi (donanemab) in India, the first Alzheimer's therapy, costing ₹1 lakh/dose, offering hope to millions.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesRepresentation of the People's Act
14 May, 2026

EC likely to announce next phase of SIR for remaining states, UTs soon, Pg6

Election Commission to launch Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in remaining states/UTs, moving away from annual Special Summary Revisions (SSRs).

Women and Women's OrganizationsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms
14 May, 2026

'Constitution entrusts religious reform to legislature not courts', Pg2

Centre advocates legislative religious reforms, opposing court intervention in Sabarimala case, citing constitutional mandate and democratic consensus for lasting social change.

Poverty and HungerImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
14 May, 2026

UN food agency halves aid to Syria amid fund crunch, no cheap bread, Pg14

WFP halves aid to 650,000 Syrians amid funding crisis, exacerbating food insecurity for 7.2 million people.

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