Social Issues & Schemes

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Union State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State LegislaturesEducation Sector
16 Jul, 2026

Panel defers final meeting on higher education Bill amid objections from A.P., Pg11

Parliamentary panel defers Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill meeting as Andhra Pradesh objects to centralisation, citing federalism concerns and state legislative competence.

Health SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
16 Jul, 2026

Dementia risk that could be prevented or delayed, Pg8

WHO reveals 45% of dementia risk is preventable, citing tobacco and air pollution as key modifiable factors.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
16 Jul, 2026

How challenging will Delhi’s ambitious EV transition be?, Pg7

Delhi's 2026 EV Policy mandates 2027-28 electrification for two/three-wheelers, facing a 1200% sales jump and charging infrastructure gaps to curb severe air pollution.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsEducation SectorIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
16 Jul, 2026

Empowering India's Skill Ecosystem

India launches comprehensive 'whole-of-life' skill ecosystem, integrating education, employment, and entrepreneurship, empowering a future-ready workforce for Viksit Bharat 2047.

Women and Women's OrganizationsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
16 Jul, 2026

PERIODIC LABOUR FORCE SURVEY (PLFS) MONTHLY BULLETIN - June, 2026

PLFS June 2026 bulletin reveals stable overall LFPR, WPR, and UR; urban areas show marginal improvement in LFPR and WPR.

Vulnerable Sections
16 Jul, 2026

National Helpline for Senior Citizens Elderline 14567

Ministry of Social Justice champions senior citizens' dignity with Elderline 14567 and 'Ageing with Dignity' pledge, securing welfare for over 5.36 lakh citizens.

Education SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
16 Jul, 2026

NCVET and ASQA Sign Letter of Intent to Strengthen Quality Assurance in Vocational Education and Training as Part of the Outcomes of the Prime Minister's Visit to Australia

India's NCVET and Australia's ASQA sign landmark Letter of Intent to bolster vocational education quality, fostering global skill standards and mutual recognition.

Art FormsWomen and Women's OrganizationsPoverty and Developmental IssuesDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders
16 Jul, 2026

Ministry of Rural Development Showcases Women-Led Rural Enterprises at Bharat Tex 2026

MoRD showcases Lakhpati Didis' women-led rural enterprises at Bharat Tex 2026, boosting economic empowerment and market access for 3 crore SHG members.

Inclusive GrowthVulnerable SectionsE GovernanceBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
16 Jul, 2026

Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Holds Bilateral Meetings with BRICS Counterparts; Calls for Stronger Cooperation on Labour, Skills and Digital Public Infrastructure

India chairs 12th BRICS Labour Ministers' Meet, advocating Digital Public Infrastructure and skill development for inclusive global labour markets.

Women and Women's OrganizationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
16 Jul, 2026

Safe Workplace & High Value Jobs characterise India's Chip Ecosystem as we are Emerging as Trusted Global Hub in Electronics & Semiconductor

India's ₹76,000 crore Semicon India Programme propels the nation as a trusted global chip hub, fostering high-value jobs and technological self-reliance across the value chain.

Women and Women's OrganizationsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
16 Jul, 2026

Electronics Revolution: Mobiles Powering Exports & Giving High Value Jobs to the people of India

India's electronics manufacturing surges, driven by PLI scheme, creating 25 lakh jobs, empowering women, and making mobiles the top export product.

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