Social Issues & Schemes
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Health SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityScience and Technology in Everyday Life
'AI debate has moved from use to accountability... that is progress', Pg9
AI's healthcare potential in developing nations hinges on accountability, data ownership, and addressing biases for equitable access and improved health literacy.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
Refurbished medical devices: a new global vs domestic debate, Pg9
India's medical device industry divided over refurbished equipment imports amidst safety concerns and domestic manufacturing impact, regulatory clarity sought.
Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Garbage City (Large, open structures on the road, with trash spilling onto the streets — these are Delhi’s infamous dhalaos or garbage collection points. They were to be removed from the city by 2024, but at least 500 continue to remain operationa..., Pg4
Delhi's Dhalaos: 500+ mini-dumpyards persist despite 2024 removal deadline, exposing governance gaps and environmental hazards amidst rising waste generation.
Education SectorIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
Whether it's Nvidia, Anthropic, OpenAI or Google, companies are looking at India to hire AI engineers, Pg15
India aims to become global AI hub, focusing on talent, infrastructure, and ethical AI governance amid concerns of job displacement.
Vulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
‘OPS unsustainable for states; concept of funded pension account absolutely essential’, Pg12
PFRDA warns Old Pension Scheme is unsustainable; advocates for continued NPS contributions and funded pension accounts by state governments.
Inclusive GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
The labour codes redefine wages, empower the worker, Pg8
Labour codes redefine wages, mandate 50% basic pay, expand social security, and empower workers financially, boosting consumption and inclusive growth.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
Seva Teerth, the new PMO, Pg1
PM Modi inaugurates 'Seva Teerth' PMO, shifting from colonial-era South Block, launches schemes worth ₹10,000 crore for citizen welfare.
The Freedom StruggleSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms
Vande Mataram, its six stanzas and a settled question, Pg10
Controversy erupts over mandatory singing of all six stanzas of Vande Mataram, raising constitutional and religious freedom concerns.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorEducation SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
AI applications stack — what India can bring to the table, Pg17
Indian innovators are deploying AI applications in healthcare, agriculture, and education to solve social and economic problems, improving quality of life.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorEducation SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
A vishwaguru in AI impact, Pg11
India poised to lead AI's societal impact, hosting global summit focused on ethical AI implementation and evaluation for social good.
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