Social Issues & Schemes

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Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

For public-health reform, fix urban governance, Pg13

Urban Challenge Fund of ₹4 lakh crore aims to improve urban governance, climate resilience, and disaster management through competitive selection and market finance.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

23 Mar, 2026

For public-health reform, fix urban governance, Pg13

Urban Challenge Fund of ₹4 lakh crore aims to improve urban governance, climate resilience, and disaster management through competitive selection and market finance.

23 Mar, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Health Sector Ethics and Human Interface

Youth suicides tell a grim story that society, policy must heed, Pg12

Youth suicides in India highlight societal pressures, oppressive norms, and the urgent need for social transformation and policy reforms.

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Health Sector Ethics and Human Interface

23 Mar, 2026

Youth suicides tell a grim story that society, policy must heed, Pg12

Youth suicides in India highlight societal pressures, oppressive norms, and the urgent need for social transformation and policy reforms.

23 Mar, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Disaster and Disaster Management

To prevent fire tragedies, address systemic failures, Pg12

India grapples with fire safety lapses: Odisha and Delhi tragedies expose systemic failures, demanding urgent reforms and strict enforcement.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Disaster and Disaster Management

23 Mar, 2026

To prevent fire tragedies, address systemic failures, Pg12

India grapples with fire safety lapses: Odisha and Delhi tragedies expose systemic failures, demanding urgent reforms and strict enforcement.

23 Mar, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

What did the SC say about paid maternity leave?, Pg12

Supreme Court strikes down discriminatory clause, grants 12 weeks paid maternity leave to all adoptive mothers, regardless of child's age.

Women and Women's Organizations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

22 Mar, 2026

What did the SC say about paid maternity leave?, Pg12

Supreme Court strikes down discriminatory clause, grants 12 weeks paid maternity leave to all adoptive mothers, regardless of child's age.

22 Mar, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Vulnerable Sections

State cannot place ‘arbitrary ceiling’ on disability limits: SC, Pg9

Supreme Court rules states cannot set arbitrary disability ceilings for jobs, upholding rights of persons with disabilities.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Vulnerable Sections

22 Mar, 2026

State cannot place ‘arbitrary ceiling’ on disability limits: SC, Pg9

Supreme Court rules states cannot set arbitrary disability ceilings for jobs, upholding rights of persons with disabilities.

22 Mar, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Vulnerable Sections

Activists reject ‘inhumane’ transgender Act changes, Pg7

Activists denounce Transgender Act Amendment Bill 2024 as 'inhumane' and 'unconstitutional,' citing violation of self-perceived gender identity.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Vulnerable Sections

22 Mar, 2026

Activists reject ‘inhumane’ transgender Act changes, Pg7

Activists denounce Transgender Act Amendment Bill 2024 as 'inhumane' and 'unconstitutional,' citing violation of self-perceived gender identity.

22 Mar, 2026

Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life Biotechnology

India study maps antibiotic resistance in four cities, finds bacteria using similar survival strategies, Pg2

Indian study reveals alarming antibiotic resistance patterns in urban wastewater, highlighting similar bacterial survival strategies across four major cities.

Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life Biotechnology

22 Mar, 2026

India study maps antibiotic resistance in four cities, finds bacteria using similar survival strategies, Pg2

Indian study reveals alarming antibiotic resistance patterns in urban wastewater, highlighting similar bacterial survival strategies across four major cities.

22 Mar, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Govt to scrutinise all Jal Jeevan projects costing Rs 100-cr plus, Pg1

Jal Jeevan Mission faces scrutiny: Centre to rationalize costs for projects exceeding Rs 100 crore amid corruption concerns.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

22 Mar, 2026

Govt to scrutinise all Jal Jeevan projects costing Rs 100-cr plus, Pg1

Jal Jeevan Mission faces scrutiny: Centre to rationalize costs for projects exceeding Rs 100 crore amid corruption concerns.

22 Mar, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

Delhi HC restores plea on absence of IPC Section 377-like provision in BNS, Pg1

Delhi HC revives plea seeking IPC Section 377-like provision in Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita to protect LGBTQ+ community from sexual assault.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

21 Mar, 2026

Delhi HC restores plea on absence of IPC Section 377-like provision in BNS, Pg1

Delhi HC revives plea seeking IPC Section 377-like provision in Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita to protect LGBTQ+ community from sexual assault.

21 Mar, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact Assessment

‘Undemocratic’ politics in Great Nicobar over land, Pg8

Great Nicobar settlers demand fair compensation amid mega-project, even as tribal land alienation raises concerns about justice.

21 Mar, 2026

‘Undemocratic’ politics in Great Nicobar over land, Pg8

Great Nicobar settlers demand fair compensation amid mega-project, even as tribal land alienation raises concerns about justice.

21 Mar, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Restoring rights, Pg8

Supreme Court grants adoptive mothers 12 weeks paid maternity leave, challenging patriarchal norms and promoting gender-neutral parenting paradigm.

21 Mar, 2026

Restoring rights, Pg8

Supreme Court grants adoptive mothers 12 weeks paid maternity leave, challenging patriarchal norms and promoting gender-neutral parenting paradigm.

21 Mar, 2026

Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Generics hit shelves today, cheapest weight-loss drug at Rs 1,290/month, Pg8

Generic weight-loss drug semaglutide launched in India at Rs 1,290/month, offering up to 90% discount, boosting market accessibility.

Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

21 Mar, 2026

Generics hit shelves today, cheapest weight-loss drug at Rs 1,290/month, Pg8

Generic weight-loss drug semaglutide launched in India at Rs 1,290/month, offering up to 90% discount, boosting market accessibility.

21 Mar, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

It’s time to bring fathers into fold of parental leave, Pg11

Supreme Court advocates for paternity leave and equal rights for adoptive mothers, challenging traditional gender roles in childcare responsibilities.

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

21 Mar, 2026

It’s time to bring fathers into fold of parental leave, Pg11

Supreme Court advocates for paternity leave and equal rights for adoptive mothers, challenging traditional gender roles in childcare responsibilities.

21 Mar, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Our water challenge is stark. Here are four ways to reimagine the solution, Pg11

India faces stark water challenges; innovative solutions needed for sustainable management, agricultural reforms, and circular economy to ensure water security.

21 Mar, 2026

Our water challenge is stark. Here are four ways to reimagine the solution, Pg11

India faces stark water challenges; innovative solutions needed for sustainable management, agricultural reforms, and circular economy to ensure water security.

21 Mar, 2026

Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

When AI enters law class, the teacher must change, Pg10

AI disrupts law education: Delhi HC ruling impacts attendance, AI tools reshape teaching, prompting role evolution for educators.

Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

21 Mar, 2026

When AI enters law class, the teacher must change, Pg10

AI disrupts law education: Delhi HC ruling impacts attendance, AI tools reshape teaching, prompting role evolution for educators.

21 Mar, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

On GLP-1 drugs, match access with vigilance, Pg10

Generic GLP-1 drugs poised to revolutionize diabetes and obesity treatment in India, demanding vigilant regulation and equitable access.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

21 Mar, 2026

On GLP-1 drugs, match access with vigilance, Pg10

Generic GLP-1 drugs poised to revolutionize diabetes and obesity treatment in India, demanding vigilant regulation and equitable access.

21 Mar, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Health Sector

Women and tuberculosis: a story of deprivation, discrimination and debt, PgII

TB diagnosis brings social stigma, delayed treatment, and economic hardship for Indian women, exacerbating gender inequalities and hindering national disease elimination efforts.

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Health Sector

20 Mar, 2026

Women and tuberculosis: a story of deprivation, discrimination and debt, PgII

TB diagnosis brings social stigma, delayed treatment, and economic hardship for Indian women, exacerbating gender inequalities and hindering national disease elimination efforts.

20 Mar, 2026

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

24 States, U.T.s set aside funds for new rural jobs scheme, Pg18

States allocate ₹31,000 crore for Viksit Bharat Guarantee, awaiting Centre's funding formula; Rajasthan sets aside ₹4,000 crore.

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

20 Mar, 2026

24 States, U.T.s set aside funds for new rural jobs scheme, Pg18

States allocate ₹31,000 crore for Viksit Bharat Guarantee, awaiting Centre's funding formula; Rajasthan sets aside ₹4,000 crore.

20 Mar, 2026

The Freedom Struggle Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Before salt, there was water: why Mahad Satyagraha deserves its centenary, Pg15

Mahad Satyagraha's centenary approaches: Article highlights its significance in India's fight against untouchability and its impact on constitutionalism.

The Freedom Struggle Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

20 Mar, 2026

Before salt, there was water: why Mahad Satyagraha deserves its centenary, Pg15

Mahad Satyagraha's centenary approaches: Article highlights its significance in India's fight against untouchability and its impact on constitutionalism.

20 Mar, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors