Social Issues & Schemes

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Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism
12 Dec, 2025

IOC's new female eligibility policy in 2026, Pg21

IOC's new eligibility policy targets early 2026 for female sports, potentially excluding transgender athletes from Olympic Games.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryHealth SectorEthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
12 Dec, 2025

'Have to do something': SC wants board to examine man comatose for 13 years, Pg1

Supreme Court directs AIIMS to examine comatose man, revisiting passive euthanasia legality and 'right to die with dignity'.

Effects of Globalization on Indian SocietyImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaSpace Technology
11 Dec, 2025

Satellites, science, and the new fight for spectrum in space, Pg9

Global race intensifies for satellite spectrum and orbital slots amid megaconstellation boom, raising concerns over equity and sustainability.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
11 Dec, 2025

Australia’s social media ban for under-16s takes effect, Pg14

Australia enforces world-first social media ban for under-16s, tech giants face hefty fines for non-compliance amid safety concerns.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationPoverty and Developmental IssuesPoverty and Hunger
11 Dec, 2025

Sudan civil war: Deepening humanitarian crisis, Pg7

Sudan's civil war triggers a 29% GDP contraction, mass displacement of 9.8 million, and escalating famine conditions amid RSF offensive.

Representation of the People's ActGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsAccountability and Ethical Governance
11 Dec, 2025

SIR and the annihilation of rights, Pg7

Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise threatens disenfranchisement by shifting compliance burden, mirroring exclusion tactics in welfare programs like MGNREGA.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
11 Dec, 2025

Karnataka tables Bill to combat hate speech, Pg1

Karnataka's new Bill proposes strict penalties and imprisonment to curb hate speech and hate crimes, facing opposition in the Assembly.

Indian Society and Diversity of IndiaPoverty and Developmental IssuesPoverty and Hunger
11 Dec, 2025

Idea of poverty among Muslims needs to be corrected: New paper, Pg7

Study reveals India virtually eliminated extreme poverty by 2024; poverty rate among Muslims lower than Hindus.

Women and Women's OrganizationsRole of Civil Services in a Democracy
11 Dec, 2025

Women's share in civil services up 11% in 5 years, Pg6

Women's representation in civil services surges by 11% in five years, reaching 35% in 2023, reveals government data.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
11 Dec, 2025

Far from Delhi, IIT-Madras researchers study how pollutants behave as they 'age', Pg4

IIT-Madras simulates Delhi's air pollution to study toxicity and evolution of pollutants, revealing disproportionate health impacts of particulate matter.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
11 Dec, 2025

In Australia's social media ban, template for the world (The law may set off a global push for young users’ online safety. India’s approach, meanwhile, is focused on parental consent), Pg17

Australia enforces social media age restrictions, setting global precedent; India focuses on parental consent under DPDP Act 2023.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPoverty and Developmental IssuesEffects of Globalization on Indian Society
11 Dec, 2025

Top 10% earners in India get 58% of national income, bottom half 15%, Pg15

World Inequality Report 2026 reveals India's top 10% earn 58% of national income, bottom 50% get only 15%.

Inclusive GrowthWomen and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesVulnerable Sections
11 Dec, 2025

Childcare, the growth lever that can't be ignored, Pg11

Investing in childcare infrastructure can unlock women's workforce potential, boost economic growth, and avert demographic deficit, says report.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
11 Dec, 2025

7-10 yrs jail, collective punishment: Karnataka tables hate speech Bill, Pg1

Karnataka's new hate speech bill proposes up to 10 years jail for repeat offenders, sparking debate on free speech.

The Freedom StruggleParliament and State LegislaturesVulnerable Sections
10 Dec, 2025

House panel tells govt. not to approve Eklavya schools until land is made available, Pg14

Parliamentary panel halts Eklavya Model Residential School approvals, citing land unavailability hindering tribal education and infrastructure development.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
10 Dec, 2025

Value of water: evaluating the pricelessness of clean, potable water, Pg11

Odisha study reveals households highly value clean water when easily accessible, impacting WTP/WTA, challenging previous undervaluation assumptions.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
10 Dec, 2025

SC asks Centre to give nationwide data on missing children, Pg14

Supreme Court directs Centre to provide six-year nationwide data on missing children and appoint nodal officer for Mission Vatsalya.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
10 Dec, 2025

Grappling with the politics of division, Pg9

Karnataka deploys Special Action Force in Mandya amid rising communal tensions linked to political realignments and polarization.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
10 Dec, 2025

Charting an agenda on the right to health, Pg8

National Convention on Health Rights advocates for equitable access, challenges privatization, and demands increased public spending for universal healthcare in India.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
10 Dec, 2025

INDIA bloc MPs move motion to impeach HC judge, Pg1

Opposition MPs initiate impeachment motion against Madras HC judge over alleged ideological bias and misconduct, raising concerns about judicial impartiality.

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