Union State Relations and Federal Structure Current Affairs for UPSC

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

CWMA Upholds Order Directing Release of Cauvery Water to T.N., Pg1

Cauvery Water Management Authority upholds order for Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs daily to Tamil Nadu, despite Karnataka's distress appeal.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

31 Jul, 2026

CWMA Upholds Order Directing Release of Cauvery Water to T.N., Pg1

Cauvery Water Management Authority upholds order for Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs daily to Tamil Nadu, despite Karnataka's distress appeal.

31 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Why did Cauvery panel order Karnataka to release water?, Pg12

Cauvery Water Management Authority endorsed CWRC's order for Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs to Tamil Nadu amidst distress conditions, sparking state reactions.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

31 Jul, 2026

Why did Cauvery panel order Karnataka to release water?, Pg12

Cauvery Water Management Authority endorsed CWRC's order for Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs to Tamil Nadu amidst distress conditions, sparking state reactions.

31 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Status of Naxalism in the Country

India declares near eradication of Left Wing Extremism, attributing success to the 2015 National Policy and coordinated Centre-State security and development efforts.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

30 Jul, 2026

Status of Naxalism in the Country

India declares near eradication of Left Wing Extremism, attributing success to the 2015 National Policy and coordinated Centre-State security and development efforts.

30 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Strict regulations govern the use of sophisticated arms at protests, Pg16

Bihar Police suspends constable for unauthorized AK-47 firing during protest, igniting debate on police weapon protocols under new BNSS and state manuals.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

29 Jul, 2026

Strict regulations govern the use of sophisticated arms at protests, Pg16

Bihar Police suspends constable for unauthorized AK-47 firing during protest, igniting debate on police weapon protocols under new BNSS and state manuals.

29 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India, Bangladesh must not just renew Ganga Treaty. They should reimagine it, Pg11

India and Bangladesh urged to reimagine the expiring 1996 Ganga Water Treaty, integrating climate change, federal politics, and broader regional cooperation for enduring ties.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

28 Jul, 2026

India, Bangladesh must not just renew Ganga Treaty. They should reimagine it, Pg11

India and Bangladesh urged to reimagine the expiring 1996 Ganga Water Treaty, integrating climate change, federal politics, and broader regional cooperation for enduring ties.

28 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

Government Strengthens Nationwide Implementation of New Criminal Laws Through Training, Technology and Judicial Reforms

India implements new criminal laws (BNS, BNSS, BSA) nationwide from July 1, 2024, bolstering justice system through extensive training, technology integration, and judicial reforms.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

26 Jul, 2026

Government Strengthens Nationwide Implementation of New Criminal Laws Through Training, Technology and Judicial Reforms

India implements new criminal laws (BNS, BNSS, BSA) nationwide from July 1, 2024, bolstering justice system through extensive training, technology integration, and judicial reforms.

26 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Education Sector Government Budgeting

Alongside Centre, states' education expenditure too declined over past 12 years, Pg17

Alarming 12-year decline in Centre and state education spending fuels nationwide youth protests demanding urgent reforms.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Education Sector Government Budgeting

25 Jul, 2026

Alongside Centre, states' education expenditure too declined over past 12 years, Pg17

Alarming 12-year decline in Centre and state education spending fuels nationwide youth protests demanding urgent reforms.

25 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

Measures Taken to Tackle Cyber Frauds

DoT's ASTR AI tool and Sanchar Saathi's Chakshu facility disconnect 1.38 crore fraudulent mobile connections, bolstering India's cybercrime combat efforts.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

24 Jul, 2026

Measures Taken to Tackle Cyber Frauds

DoT's ASTR AI tool and Sanchar Saathi's Chakshu facility disconnect 1.38 crore fraudulent mobile connections, bolstering India's cybercrime combat efforts.

24 Jul, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Union State Relations and Federal Structure Disaster and Disaster Management

10 more deaths raise Assam flood toll to 41, Pg1

Unprecedented Assam floods claim 41 lives, displace 6.5 lakh, as cloudburst in Nagaland triggers 60-year worst disaster.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Union State Relations and Federal Structure Disaster and Disaster Management

23 Jul, 2026

10 more deaths raise Assam flood toll to 41, Pg1

Unprecedented Assam floods claim 41 lives, displace 6.5 lakh, as cloudburst in Nagaland triggers 60-year worst disaster.

23 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Constitutional Bodies E Governance

FINANCE COMMISSION GRANTS TO PANCHAYATI RAJ INSTITUTIONS

15th Finance Commission disburses ₹2.21 lakh crore to rural local bodies, yet ₹14,922 crore remains unreleased due to non-compliance, emphasizing digital governance and devolution.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Constitutional Bodies E Governance

23 Jul, 2026

FINANCE COMMISSION GRANTS TO PANCHAYATI RAJ INSTITUTIONS

15th Finance Commission disburses ₹2.21 lakh crore to rural local bodies, yet ₹14,922 crore remains unreleased due to non-compliance, emphasizing digital governance and devolution.

23 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

VB-GRAM-G SCHEME

Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, launched nationwide on July 1, 2026, ensuring rural employment and livelihoods.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

22 Jul, 2026

VB-GRAM-G SCHEME

Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, launched nationwide on July 1, 2026, ensuring rural employment and livelihoods.

22 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Basics of Cyber Security Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

NATIONAL CYBER CRIME DATA

India battles surging cybercrime, with cases doubling to 1.01 lakh by 2024; MHA deploys I4C, Samanvaya, and Cyber Commandos to fortify national security.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Basics of Cyber Security Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

22 Jul, 2026

NATIONAL CYBER CRIME DATA

India battles surging cybercrime, with cases doubling to 1.01 lakh by 2024; MHA deploys I4C, Samanvaya, and Cyber Commandos to fortify national security.

22 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Steps Taken to Enhance National Preparedness against Emerging Infectious Diseases

Union Health Ministry strengthens national preparedness against emerging infectious diseases, expanding surveillance networks, diagnostic labs, and launching PM-ABHIM for robust health infrastructure.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

22 Jul, 2026

Steps Taken to Enhance National Preparedness against Emerging Infectious Diseases

Union Health Ministry strengthens national preparedness against emerging infectious diseases, expanding surveillance networks, diagnostic labs, and launching PM-ABHIM for robust health infrastructure.

22 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Ladakh's 7 councils & the decentralisation debate, Pg12

Ladakh's move to establish seven new Autonomous Hill Development Councils sparks fierce debate, as civil society groups fear dilution of Article 371 demands for stronger representative governance.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

16 Jul, 2026

Ladakh's 7 councils & the decentralisation debate, Pg12

Ladakh's move to establish seven new Autonomous Hill Development Councils sparks fierce debate, as civil society groups fear dilution of Article 371 demands for stronger representative governance.

16 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures Education Sector

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.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures Education 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.

16 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Parliament, not fate, must shape road safety, Pg13

India's 1.77 lakh annual road deaths expose constitutional failure; experts demand Parliament enact a GST-like Road Safety Council and Seventh Schedule amendments for accountability.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

14 Jul, 2026

Parliament, not fate, must shape road safety, Pg13

India's 1.77 lakh annual road deaths expose constitutional failure; experts demand Parliament enact a GST-like Road Safety Council and Seventh Schedule amendments for accountability.

14 Jul, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Population and Associated Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Population spectres do harm. Managing demographic change is the challenge, Pg8

Expert debunks India's population spectres, challenging fears of explosion, implosion, and regional imbalances, urging balanced policy amidst fertility and ageing shifts.

Women and Women's Organizations Population and Associated Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure

13 Jul, 2026

Population spectres do harm. Managing demographic change is the challenge, Pg8

Expert debunks India's population spectres, challenging fears of explosion, implosion, and regional imbalances, urging balanced policy amidst fertility and ageing shifts.

13 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Education Sector

NDA-ruled States, universities object to centralisation provisions in VBSA, Pg13

NDA-ruled states, universities object to VBSA Bill 2025, warning parliamentary panel of excessive centralisation in higher education and federal overreach.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Education Sector

10 Jul, 2026

NDA-ruled States, universities object to centralisation provisions in VBSA, Pg13

NDA-ruled states, universities object to VBSA Bill 2025, warning parliamentary panel of excessive centralisation in higher education and federal overreach.

10 Jul, 2026

Inclusive Growth Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

States contribute disproportionately more to welfare schemes, Pg7

New analysis reveals states bear disproportionate welfare scheme burden, contributing 6.77% of GDP combined, as Union's fiscal commitment stagnates.

Inclusive Growth Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

9 Jul, 2026

States contribute disproportionately more to welfare schemes, Pg7

New analysis reveals states bear disproportionate welfare scheme burden, contributing 6.77% of GDP combined, as Union's fiscal commitment stagnates.

9 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Four States reach a pact on Narmada project payments, Pg12

Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and MP sign historic Narmada project payment pact, resolving long-standing Sardar Sarovar cost-sharing dispute.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

8 Jul, 2026

Four States reach a pact on Narmada project payments, Pg12

Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and MP sign historic Narmada project payment pact, resolving long-standing Sardar Sarovar cost-sharing dispute.

8 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure

CWMA Upholds Order Directing Release of Cauvery Water to T.N., Pg1

CWMA Upholds Order Directing Release of Cauvery Water to T.N., Pg1

Why did Cauvery panel order Karnataka to release water?, Pg12

Why did Cauvery panel order Karnataka to release water?, Pg12

Status of Naxalism in the Country

Status of Naxalism in the Country

Strict regulations govern the use of sophisticated arms at protests, Pg16

Strict regulations govern the use of sophisticated arms at protests, Pg16

India, Bangladesh must not just renew Ganga Treaty. They should reimagine it, Pg11

India, Bangladesh must not just renew Ganga Treaty. They should reimagine it, Pg11

Government Strengthens Nationwide Implementation of New Criminal Laws Through Training, Technology and Judicial Reforms

Government Strengthens Nationwide Implementation of New Criminal Laws Through Training, Technology and Judicial Reforms

Alongside Centre, states' education expenditure too declined over past 12 years, Pg17

Alongside Centre, states' education expenditure too declined over past 12 years, Pg17

Measures Taken to Tackle Cyber Frauds

Measures Taken to Tackle Cyber Frauds

10 more deaths raise Assam flood toll to 41, Pg1

10 more deaths raise Assam flood toll to 41, Pg1

FINANCE COMMISSION GRANTS TO PANCHAYATI RAJ INSTITUTIONS

FINANCE COMMISSION GRANTS TO PANCHAYATI RAJ INSTITUTIONS

VB-GRAM-G SCHEME

VB-GRAM-G SCHEME

NATIONAL CYBER CRIME DATA

NATIONAL CYBER CRIME DATA

Steps Taken to Enhance National Preparedness against Emerging Infectious Diseases

Steps Taken to Enhance National Preparedness against Emerging Infectious Diseases

Ladakh's 7 councils & the decentralisation debate, Pg12

Ladakh's 7 councils & the decentralisation debate, Pg12

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

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

Parliament, not fate, must shape road safety, Pg13

Parliament, not fate, must shape road safety, Pg13

Population spectres do harm. Managing demographic change is the challenge, Pg8

Population spectres do harm. Managing demographic change is the challenge, Pg8

NDA-ruled States, universities object to centralisation provisions in VBSA, Pg13

NDA-ruled States, universities object to centralisation provisions in VBSA, Pg13

States contribute disproportionately more to welfare schemes, Pg7

States contribute disproportionately more to welfare schemes, Pg7

Four States reach a pact on Narmada project payments, Pg12

Four States reach a pact on Narmada project payments, Pg12

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