Social Issues & Schemes
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Unemployment Rate Dips Slightly To 5% In August, Pg13
India's overall unemployment rate for persons aged 15+ slightly dipped to 5% in August, according to the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey data.
Meta to Report Child Safety Cases to India's Cyber Crime Portal Amid Govt Crackdown, Pg12
Meta becomes first major tech firm to directly report child safety cases to India's I4C cybercrime portal amid government crackdown on online abuse.
Pension Sakhis to Take Retirement Security to the Doorstep of Rural India
DoRD and PFRDA partner to launch 'Pension Sakhis' leveraging SHGs, extending retirement security and financial literacy to rural households across India.
TAPAS Strengthens Capacity Building through Self-Paced Online Certificate Courses
NISD's TAPAS platform offers self-paced online certificate courses on social defence issues, including elderly care and transgender concerns, strengthening capacity building.
Experts Back Warnings for High Level of Each Nutrient — Not Just Fats, Sugar, or Salt Content, Pg8
Experts endorse FSSAI's front-of-pack food labels, urging warnings for single high nutrients and black hexagonal designs for better consumer health.
Hindi Diwas: How the Constituent Assembly resolved India's language question, Pg13
On Hindi Diwas, revisit the Constituent Assembly's historic Munshi-Ayyangar formula designating Hindi as official language, English as associate, resolving contentious language debate.
Our Healthcare Boom Hides a Public-System Deficit, Pg11
Despite healthcare expansion, India's public system faces severe deficits, with government spending at 1.43% of GDP, hindering equitable access and affordability.
From Coconut Husk to Enterprise: How Coir Is Transforming Rural Lives
Coir industry transforms rural India, empowering women and generating ₹35 lakh turnover through eco-friendly products with MSME and PMEGP support.
Houthis Claim New Attacks on Saudi Arabia While Yemeni Forces Prepare To Fight Back, Pg1
Houthi rebels launch fresh missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, threatening global oil supply as Yemeni forces vow counter-offensive.
From Hiding Identity to Pulling People to Safety: Meet the Transwomen Rescue Squad, Pg9
Kolhapur pioneers India's first transwomen disaster management team, fostering social inclusion and challenging discrimination through life-saving efforts.
Members call for cooperation over pathogen research, access, Pg6
New Delhi Declaration urges constructive engagement on WHO's Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing Annex, crucial for global pandemic agreement ratification amidst ongoing disputes.
Should We Be Giving Weight-Loss Drugs To Children?, Pg15
New trial shows semaglutide helps 40% of obese children lose weight, sparking debate on early pharmacological intervention and long-term safety.
Anganwadis shape the future. They are our responsibility, Pg11
Anganwadis are vital for India's future, with Poshan Abhiyaan and community ownership driving child nutrition and maternal health initiatives.
A Blueprint to Create Productive Jobs, A Lesson From Tiruppur, Pg11
Textiles and Apparel sector offers a blueprint for mass job creation, drawing lessons from Tiruppur's success, urging PM's focus for Viksit Bharat.
India World's Largest Vaccine Producer and Global Supplier by Volume: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh highlights India's emergence as the world's largest vaccine producer and global supplier, boosting bioeconomy and epidemic preparedness.
Why has the Census been deferred in Manipur?, Pg14
Centre defers Manipur Census amid demands for NRC with 1951 base year, fueled by Kuki-Meitei ethnic conflicts and illegal migration concerns.
Why India’s Schools Should Take Note Of New York’s AI Ban, Pg13
New York City bans student-facing AI tools and limits screen time in schools, urging India to formulate similar policies amidst rising teen digital addiction.
Why is NCPCR investigating Meta, Instagram?, Pg14
NCPCR summons Meta officials following BBC investigation revealing Instagram's promotion of child sexual exploitation and abuse material ads.
NIMHANS to be nodal body for BRICS Centres of Excellence, Pg9
NIMHANS to lead BRICS mental health Centres of Excellence network, fostering global collaboration on well-being, traditional medicine, and healthy lifestyles.
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