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India's 2027 Census to be digital-first with private tech staff assisting; enumerators to use mobile apps.
New Labour Codes aim to formalize India's workforce, yet youth employment crisis persists with informal work and social security gaps.
SC hears plea challenging UGC's 2026 regulations defining caste bias, alleging 'reverse discrimination' and violation of Article 14.
UGC's new 'equity regulations' face protests over potential misuse and discrimination against general category students, prompting government reassurance and resignations.
UGC's 2026 equity regulations face backlash over caste discrimination definition and alleged bias against general category students.
Caste enumeration methodology for Census 2027 delayed; final questionnaire expected by September amid opposition scrutiny and digital data collection.
Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act (VB – G RAM G Act) faces criticism for potentially undermining MGNREGA's employment guarantee.
SEBI survey reveals only 9.5% of Indian households invest in securities, highlighting under-penetration despite market growth till October 2025.
India aims for larger, better-equipped schools by 2035, mirroring China's success, to enhance education quality and accessibility nationwide.
Deforestation in Brazil forces mosquitoes to feed on humans, increasing disease transmission risk, study reveals, impacting India's malaria burden.
Home Secretary directs states to freeze jurisdictional changes until March 2027 for Census 2027, ensuring data accuracy and administrative stability.
ASHA, Anganwadi workers exploited: Centre's frozen wages and denial of employee status undermine social contract, demand statutory recognition and equitable pay.
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