Social Issues & Schemes

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World WarsPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment Budgeting
25 Feb, 2026

How the Russia-Ukraine war is hurting the home front, Pg7

Russia-Ukraine war inflicts heavy economic costs: Ukraine faces $558 billion reconstruction, both nations grapple with inflation, reduced social spending.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
25 Feb, 2026

Attracting talent positioned abroad, Pg7

US H-1B visa changes prompt India to lure back talent through policy reforms and investment in R&D and infrastructure.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
25 Feb, 2026

​Inglorious retreat, Pg6

Supreme Court retreats from monitoring cow vigilantism, deeming 2018 guidelines 'unmanageable' amid concerns over rule of law and state inaction.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorE Governance
24 Feb, 2026

PM Modi's call for organ donation highlights India's deceased donors challenge, Pg13

PM Modi's push for organ donation highlights critical shortage; India's deceased donor rate lags behind neighbours despite high accident fatalities.

The Freedom StruggleEducation Sector
24 Feb, 2026

Congress leaders accepted Partition as only way forward: New NCERT book, Pg12

NCERT textbook revision claims Congress leaders accepted Partition as the only solution, sparking debate on historical narratives and political accountability.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryEducation SectorAccountability and Ethical Governance
24 Feb, 2026

NCERT's new Class 8 book lists 'corruption in judiciary', 'massive backlog' as challenges, Pg1

NCERT's Class 8 book unveils judicial challenges: corruption, backlogs, and accountability mechanisms, alongside discussions on Electoral Bonds and IT Act.

Women and Women's OrganizationsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
24 Feb, 2026

Rethinking tribal women’s inheritance rights, Pg9

Supreme Court reaffirms tribal inheritance laws, denying Hindu Succession Act applicability; sparks debate on tribal women's rights and customary laws.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
24 Feb, 2026

The quiet crisis of adolescent mental health in India, Pg8

India grapples with rising adolescent mental health crisis, exacerbated by digital environment, demanding urgent attention and comprehensive interventions.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
23 Feb, 2026

Prime Minister launches full Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor, Pg11

PM Modi inaugurates Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor, enhancing connectivity and reducing travel time between Delhi-NCR region, boosting economic activity.

Women and Women's OrganizationsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State Legislatures
23 Feb, 2026

Parliament’s historic law, an extended wait for women, Pg6

Women's Reservation Act implementation faces delay until 2034 due to census-delimitation clause, sparking debate over political intent and constitutional amendments.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
23 Feb, 2026

An AI-powered ECG that can prevent silent heart attacks, Pg9

AI-powered ECG device detects silent heart attacks using mobile, enabling timely intervention and preventing recurrence, tested in Tamil Nadu.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
23 Feb, 2026

Obesity is a chronic disease, not just a lifestyle condition (By 2050, 17.4% of women and 12.1% of men will be living with it, says research diabetologist), Pg14

India's obesity rates to surge by 2050, disproportionately affecting women; experts advocate for chronic disease recognition and policy interventions.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
23 Feb, 2026

As AI enters healthcare, doctors grapple with safety and oversight (AI can spot diseases early and cut costs but transparency gaps, data bias and slow clinical trials raise concerns), Pg14

AI integration in healthcare faces hurdles: transparency gaps, data bias, slow trials challenge safety and oversight, impacting trust and adoption.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
23 Feb, 2026

Evidence, not panic, must shape street dog policy, Pg11

Rising violence against street dog caregivers sparks debate; Supreme Court's directives on dog management create confusion amid calls for humane policies.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorBiotechnology
23 Feb, 2026

SC ruling on use of stem cells for autism sets a precedent for healthcare regulation, Pg11

Supreme Court bans stem cell 'therapy' for autism, setting precedent for healthcare regulation and protecting vulnerable patients from unproven treatments.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsBasics of Cyber SecurityChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
23 Feb, 2026

Direct benefit transferred: How a network in Rajasthan diverted cash from govt schemes (PM-Kisan, state pension, crop loss schemes main target; 51 arrested), Pg1

Rajasthan's 'cyber sarkar' siphons crores from PM-Kisan, pension schemes via Aadhaar misuse; 51 arrested in massive fraud investigation.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
22 Feb, 2026

Why has NGT cleared the Nicobar project?, Pg13

NGT greenlights Great Nicobar project amidst environmental concerns, balancing development with ecological safeguards and strategic national interests.

Health SectorIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
22 Feb, 2026

Indigenous tetanus and adult diphtheria vaccine launched; Nadda calls it momentous, Pg10

India strengthens public health with indigenous Td vaccine launch, enhancing Universal Immunization Programme and national health security.

Education SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsScience and Technology in Everyday Life
22 Feb, 2026

AI Impact Summit: 85 countries, 3 bodies sign New Delhi Declaration, Pg9

85 nations adopt New Delhi Declaration at AI Impact Summit, emphasizing equitable AI benefits and knowledge sharing globally.

Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
22 Feb, 2026

Why has eastern Nagaland got autonomy?, Pg13

Centre brokers Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) agreement granting autonomy to eastern Nagaland, addressing developmental disparities and security concerns.

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