Social Issues & Schemes

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Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
11 Nov, 2025

Dealing with a dogged problem, Pg7

Supreme Court mandates stray dog relocation, posing compliance challenges for Kerala amidst infrastructure deficits and public resistance.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationPoverty and Developmental IssuesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
11 Nov, 2025

In free fall, Pg6

RSF's El-Fasher atrocities spark global outcry; Sudan faces potential state collapse amid ongoing civil war and humanitarian crisis.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
11 Nov, 2025

Do Indians feel safe walking alone at night in their neighbourhoods? Depends on how you ask or calculate, Pg17.

Indian safety perception varies: 90% feel safe via phone surveys, but only 51% using UN's calculation method.

Women and Women's OrganizationsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
11 Nov, 2025

Unemployment rate in July-Sept falls to 5.2%, share of urban salaried jobs rises, Pg17.

India's unemployment rate dips to 5.2% in July-Sept 2025, urban salaried jobs rise, and agriculture dominates rural employment.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
11 Nov, 2025

Enforce global standards by Jan, launch inspections: DCGI to states, Pg14.

DCGI mandates global GMP standards for drug manufacturing, orders inspections post cough syrup tragedy, ensuring quality and preventing future contaminations.

Inclusive GrowthUrbanization, Problems and RemediesE Governance
11 Nov, 2025

Shah sets target of 1 co-op bank per city, launches 2 apps, Pg12.

Amit Shah launches Sahakar Digi Pay & Loan apps, targeting one cooperative bank per city to boost financial inclusion.

Indian Society and Diversity of IndiaSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
11 Nov, 2025

We need to move from a caste census with a capital C to one with a small c, Pg11.

Experts advocate for comprehensive caste data collection beyond traditional census to expose inequality and inform policy, cautioning against pitfalls.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismAccountability and Ethical Governance
10 Nov, 2025

Transparency must in issues of religious oppression: SC judge, Pg 12.

Article discusses Supreme Court observations on ensuring fairness and secularism while handling cases involving religious oppression, arising from review proceedings related to the Akola riots (2023).

Health SectorPoverty and HungerFood Processing and Related IndustriesBiotechnology
10 Nov, 2025

Does India need nutritional transformation?, Pg8

India poised for nutritional transformation via functional foods and smart proteins, demanding regulatory clarity and public-private partnerships for sustainable growth.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryEducation Sector
10 Nov, 2025

How should law schools change attendance norms?, Pg8

Delhi HC mandates fair attendance enforcement in law schools, emphasizing student welfare and constitutional values, following a suicide case.

Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismPoverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and Remedies
10 Nov, 2025

Why a socialist won in the world’s financial capital, Pg7

Socialist Zohran Mamdani elected NYC Mayor, promising welfare policies amid rising costs and shifting demographics, defeating wealthier candidates.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
10 Nov, 2025

Air quality beyond AQI: The case for measuring indoor pollutants, Pg14.

Indian scientists develop novel indoor air quality scale, revealing alarming pollution levels and health risks from common household activities.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
10 Nov, 2025

Drug combo reduces death risk for aggressive prostate cancer, Pg12.

Drug combo slashes death risk for aggressive prostate cancer by 40% in trials, offering new hope for high-risk patients.

Women and Women's OrganizationsHealth Sector
10 Nov, 2025

Why men need to exercise more than women every week, Pg12.

Study reveals gender-specific exercise needs: Women benefit from 250 minutes weekly, while men require 530 for heart health.

Women and Women's OrganizationsUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
10 Nov, 2025

Assam Cabinet nod to anti-polygamy Bill, Pg8.

Assam Cabinet approves anti-polygamy Bill with 7-year jail term, excluding tribal communities and Sixth Schedule areas.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Basics of Cyber Security
10 Nov, 2025

How gangs use 'Brahmos', 'Tesla' & 'Avengers' to scoop up train tickets, Pg1.

Railways combat ticket touts using 'Brahmos' software; RPF arrests 50, introduces Aadhaar verification to curb illegal bookings.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
9 Nov, 2025

What’s the plan to relocate forest tribes?, Pg13

Tribal Affairs Ministry proposes relocation policy prioritizing tribal rights and conservation in tiger reserves, addressing FRA implementation concerns and NTCA directives.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
9 Nov, 2025

What does new study show on diabetes risks?, Pg13

New study reveals metabolites in blood as early warning signals for diabetes and kidney disease, offering potential for proactive prevention.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
9 Nov, 2025

SC underscores lapses in extending compensation to victims of crime, Pg10

Supreme Court highlights lapses in victim compensation, directs trial courts to ensure financial aid for rehabilitation of crime victims.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
9 Nov, 2025

‘Training first responders can help organ donation after road accident’, Pg10

NOTTO urges states to train first responders for identifying potential organ donors from road accident fatalities, addressing critical organ shortage.

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