Union State Relations and Federal Structure

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Union State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryBasics of Cyber Security
2 Dec, 2025

SC gives CBI free hand to stop ‘digital arrest’ scams, Pg1

Supreme Court directs CBI to investigate ₹3,000 crore 'digital arrest' scams targeting elderly, overriding state consent for pan-India probe.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureEducation Sector
2 Dec, 2025

Number of govt. schools falls, but those with fewer than 10 students see a steady rise, Pg10

Government school numbers decline, while schools with under 10 students rise to 65,000 in 2024-25, raising concerns.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
2 Dec, 2025

The new action plan on AMR needs a shot in the arm, Pg6

NAP-AMR 2.0 launched amidst concerns over state-level implementation, demanding stronger Centre-State coordination and accountability for effective AMR control.

Art FormsUnion State Relations and Federal StructureSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
2 Dec, 2025

Hornbill fest starts as Nagaland opposes travel curbs, Pg9

Nagaland government opposes Protected Area Permit regime, advocating for tourism boost during Hornbill Festival, urging complete withdrawal of PAP.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
2 Dec, 2025

Govt cleared school funds for Kerala after it signed PM-SHRI MoU, show answers in LS, Pg6

Kerala receives Rs 92.41 crore in school funds after signing PM-SHRI MoU, ending Centre-State standoff over education scheme implementation.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment Budgeting
2 Dec, 2025

Give states their fair share, protect their fiscal space, Pg10

Article analyzes the trends in fiscal space of states, Centre-state financial relations, and recommendations for the 16th Finance Commission.

Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal Structure
1 Dec, 2025

The Chandigarh question, Pg9

Centre's attempt to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 sparks controversy, raising concerns over federalism and Punjab's status.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureDisaster and Disaster Management
29 Nov, 2025

India’s disaster response, a slippery slope for federalism, Pg6

Kerala's Wayanad landslides expose Centre-State asymmetry in disaster relief, raising concerns over India's cooperative federalism and disaster-risk finance framework.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
29 Nov, 2025

The ‘impartiality’ of a nominated Governor, Pg6

Article analyzes the constitutional debates surrounding the Governor's role, highlighting Dr. Ambedkar's vision of a non-interfering, constitutional head.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
28 Nov, 2025

Why India struggles to clear its air, Pg10

India's air pollution crisis persists due to fragmented governance, short-term fixes, and disconnect between expert solutions and ground realities.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's Act
28 Nov, 2025

Union Law Ministry defends simultaneous polls proposal, Pg12

Law Ministry defends 'One Nation, One Election' proposal, asserting constitutional validity and adherence to basic structure doctrine before JPC.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State Legislatures
28 Nov, 2025

Basic structure not violated: Law panel firms up view on joint election Bills (Not in favour of statutory backing for Model Code of Conduct), Pg1

Law Commission backs 'One Nation, One Election' Bills, finds no violation of basic structure or need for statutory MCC recognition.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
27 Nov, 2025

Presidential opinion versus the federal structure, Pg6

Supreme Court addresses Presidential reference on Governor's powers, raising concerns over federalism erosion and potential subjugation of states.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies
26 Nov, 2025

What is the row over selecting Head of Police Force in T.N.?, Pg8

Tamil Nadu faces contempt plea for DGP appointment delay; UPSC panel rejected amid SC guidelines violation and state government objections.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
26 Nov, 2025

Losing the plot, Pg6

Delhi government's response to air pollution protests raises concerns over governance approach versus public safety, highlighting North India's persistent air quality crisis.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal Structure
26 Nov, 2025

Day before rollback of Chandigarh Bill, Punjab BJP was sent points in its favour, Pg1

Chandigarh seeks inclusion under Article 240 for legislative flexibility, sparking political concerns amidst upcoming Punjab elections.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
25 Nov, 2025

Justice Surya Kant takes oath as 53rd Chief Justice, Pg10

Justice Surya Kant assumes office as 53rd CJI, poised to address case backlogs and constitutional questions during his tenure.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
25 Nov, 2025

What does the SC’s advisory opinion imply?, Pg8

SC advisory opinion affirms Governor's discretionary power over bills, limits judicial intervention, impacting state legislative autonomy and federal relations.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
25 Nov, 2025

The amplitude of gubernatorial discretion, Pg6

Supreme Court clarifies Governor's discretionary powers under Article 200, sparking debate on timelines and federal relations.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
24 Nov, 2025

The letter has won but the spirit has not lost, Pg8

Analyzing the delicate balance between constitutional powers of President/Governor and judiciary's role in upholding constitutional spirit and preventing 'evasive inaction'.

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