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Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

The Phaltan case is also about a victim’s dignity, Pg6

Phaltan case highlights victim's dignity violation; questions raised on administrative failure and societal mindset despite legal safeguards for women.

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

10 Jan, 2026

The Phaltan case is also about a victim’s dignity, Pg6

Phaltan case highlights victim's dignity violation; questions raised on administrative failure and societal mindset despite legal safeguards for women.

10 Jan, 2026

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

High-quality education needs trust between state and institutions, Pg10

NEP 2020 drives higher education reforms: ANRF, RDI scheme, 4-year UG courses, and Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025.

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

10 Jan, 2026

High-quality education needs trust between state and institutions, Pg10

NEP 2020 drives higher education reforms: ANRF, RDI scheme, 4-year UG courses, and Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025.

10 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Why awareness about folic acid is the key to prevent Spina Bifida, PgII

India grapples with high Spina Bifida rates; Experts advocate for national folic acid awareness and food fortification programs.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

9 Jan, 2026

Why awareness about folic acid is the key to prevent Spina Bifida, PgII

India grapples with high Spina Bifida rates; Experts advocate for national folic acid awareness and food fortification programs.

9 Jan, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector

Emerging challenge of childhood hypertension, PgII

Childhood hypertension rates double globally due to urbanization, obesity; experts urge early screening and lifestyle interventions to avert long-term health risks.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Health Sector

9 Jan, 2026

Emerging challenge of childhood hypertension, PgII

Childhood hypertension rates double globally due to urbanization, obesity; experts urge early screening and lifestyle interventions to avert long-term health risks.

9 Jan, 2026

Health Sector

Number of typhoid fever cases in India in 2023, Pg12

India reports 49 lakh typhoid cases in 2023; Delhi, Maharashtra, and Karnataka contribute 30% to the national burden.

Health Sector

9 Jan, 2026

Number of typhoid fever cases in India in 2023, Pg12

India reports 49 lakh typhoid cases in 2023; Delhi, Maharashtra, and Karnataka contribute 30% to the national burden.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Govt. seeks feedback on draft Bill to regulate pesticides, promote ‘safe and effective’ use, Pg14

Government proposes Pesticides Management Bill, 2020 to replace Insecticides Act, 1968, emphasizing safe, effective pesticide use and reduced environmental risk.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

9 Jan, 2026

Govt. seeks feedback on draft Bill to regulate pesticides, promote ‘safe and effective’ use, Pg14

Government proposes Pesticides Management Bill, 2020 to replace Insecticides Act, 1968, emphasizing safe, effective pesticide use and reduced environmental risk.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Is the 10-minute delivery model necessary?, Pg11

Gig workers' unions demand withdrawal of 10-minute delivery for safety; experts debate regulatory framework and social security amid evolving Labour Codes.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

9 Jan, 2026

Is the 10-minute delivery model necessary?, Pg11

Gig workers' unions demand withdrawal of 10-minute delivery for safety; experts debate regulatory framework and social security amid evolving Labour Codes.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

Centre to launch new scheme to aid victims of road accidents soon, Pg1

Centre's new scheme offers ₹1.5 lakh cashless treatment for road accident victims and ₹25,000 award for Good Samaritans.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

9 Jan, 2026

Centre to launch new scheme to aid victims of road accidents soon, Pg1

Centre's new scheme offers ₹1.5 lakh cashless treatment for road accident victims and ₹25,000 award for Good Samaritans.

9 Jan, 2026

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

Conditional ease, Pg10

CDSCO's new guidelines allow compounding minor drug violations, offering firms a chance to pay fines instead of facing prosecution.

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

9 Jan, 2026

Conditional ease, Pg10

CDSCO's new guidelines allow compounding minor drug violations, offering firms a chance to pay fines instead of facing prosecution.

9 Jan, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Ladakh's high-powered panel to reconvene in 'last part of January', Pg12

Ladakh High-Powered Committee reconvenes to address statehood, Sixth Schedule inclusion, and constitutional safeguards for the region.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

9 Jan, 2026

Ladakh's high-powered panel to reconvene in 'last part of January', Pg12

Ladakh High-Powered Committee reconvenes to address statehood, Sixth Schedule inclusion, and constitutional safeguards for the region.

9 Jan, 2026

Inclusive Growth Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

MGNREGA overhaul plugs gaps, keeps up with changing times, Pg11

MGNREGA revamped as VB-GRAM, aiming 125 workdays, productive asset creation, and Gram Panchayat empowerment for Viksit Bharat 2047.

Inclusive Growth Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

9 Jan, 2026

MGNREGA overhaul plugs gaps, keeps up with changing times, Pg11

MGNREGA revamped as VB-GRAM, aiming 125 workdays, productive asset creation, and Gram Panchayat empowerment for Viksit Bharat 2047.

9 Jan, 2026

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Ethics and Human Interface

There are no easy villains or answers, Pg11

Gig workers' strike exposes the dark side of India's booming gig economy, demanding fair wages and social security.

9 Jan, 2026

There are no easy villains or answers, Pg11

Gig workers' strike exposes the dark side of India's booming gig economy, demanding fair wages and social security.

9 Jan, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Exploitation is built into gig work, Pg11

Gig workers' exploitation persists due to classification loopholes; labor laws fail to protect them, demanding government intervention for recognition and rights.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

9 Jan, 2026

Exploitation is built into gig work, Pg11

Gig workers' exploitation persists due to classification loopholes; labor laws fail to protect them, demanding government intervention for recognition and rights.

9 Jan, 2026

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Can private reserves restore wildlife and keep tourism gentle?, PgII

Jabarkhet Nature Reserve exemplifies private conservation efforts, balancing tourism with wildlife preservation in Mussoorie's fragile Himalayan ecosystem through community involvement.

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

8 Jan, 2026

Can private reserves restore wildlife and keep tourism gentle?, PgII

Jabarkhet Nature Reserve exemplifies private conservation efforts, balancing tourism with wildlife preservation in Mussoorie's fragile Himalayan ecosystem through community involvement.

8 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Norms issued to compound minor drug violations, Pg12

CDSCO introduces guidelines for compounding minor drug violations, allowing pharma firms to pay penalties instead of court appearances for certain contraventions.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

8 Jan, 2026

Norms issued to compound minor drug violations, Pg12

CDSCO introduces guidelines for compounding minor drug violations, allowing pharma firms to pay penalties instead of court appearances for certain contraventions.

8 Jan, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

Census first phase to be held from April 1 to Sept. 30 this year, Pg12

India's Census 2027 first phase starts April 1, 2026, featuring digital data collection and caste enumeration for first time.

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

8 Jan, 2026

Census first phase to be held from April 1 to Sept. 30 this year, Pg12

India's Census 2027 first phase starts April 1, 2026, featuring digital data collection and caste enumeration for first time.

8 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Number of public health facilities certified under NQAS, Pg8

Over 50,000 public health facilities nationwide receive certification under National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) by Union Health Ministry.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

8 Jan, 2026

Number of public health facilities certified under NQAS, Pg8

Over 50,000 public health facilities nationwide receive certification under National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) by Union Health Ministry.

8 Jan, 2026

Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

How every ₹100 is spent by Indian households, Pg7

Household Consumption Expenditure Survey reveals shifting consumption patterns: food spending declines, while aspirational expenses rise, reflecting economic transition.

Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

8 Jan, 2026

How every ₹100 is spent by Indian households, Pg7

Household Consumption Expenditure Survey reveals shifting consumption patterns: food spending declines, while aspirational expenses rise, reflecting economic transition.

8 Jan, 2026

Health Sector