Union State Relations and Federal Structure
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Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
Ladakh's high-powered panel to reconvene in 'last part of January', Pg12
Ladakh High-Powered Committee reconvenes to address statehood, Sixth Schedule inclusion, and constitutional safeguards for the region.
Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment Budgeting
The middle path, Pg6
Tamil Nadu introduces Assured Pension Scheme, balancing electoral promises with fiscal prudence amidst debt concerns and revenue growth challenges.
Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
A 2026 wish for criticism that improves policy, protects reform, Pg9
Minister urges constructive criticism for policy improvement, highlighting India's progress in poverty reduction, financial inclusion, and infrastructure development.
Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable SectionsGovernment Budgeting
To make the new law work, evaluate MGNREGA honestly, Pg12
MGNREGA's impact varies across states due to funding gaps and administrative issues, hindering its effectiveness as a safety net.
Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
For Centre & state finances, a reckoning, Pg10
Rising fiscal deficits and debt levels threaten states' financial stability, potentially crowding out private investment and hindering economic growth by 2026.
Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
Fake demand under MGNREGS won’t be entertained: govt., Pg11
Government assures parliamentary panel of addressing 'fake demand' under MGNREGS during transition to VB – G RAM G Act.
Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
The good news is, lower-income states are catching up, Pg8
Lower-income states like UP, Rajasthan, and Bihar exhibit faster growth post-pandemic due to increased public capital expenditure.
Union State Relations and Federal StructureStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas
What is the Bureau of Port Security and its role?, Pg12
Centre establishes Bureau of Port Security (BoPS) under Merchant Shipping Act 2025 to enhance maritime security and address emerging threats.
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
New labour codes, the threats to informal workers, Pg10
New Labour Codes threaten informal workers' rights, repealing vital protections and welfare funds, impacting over 90% of India's workforce.
Inclusive GrowthUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
The deliberate unmaking of India’s ‘right to work’, Pg10
Government repeals MGNREGA, replacing it with VB-G RAM G Act, 2025, shifting from demand-driven to supply-driven employment framework, raising concerns over rural livelihoods.
Union State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
The VB-G RAM G Act 2025 fixes structural gaps, Pg6
Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, enhances employment guarantee to 125 days, strengthening rural livelihoods.
Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
In MGNREGA shadow, why G RAM G Act may face a bumpy road ahead, Pg9
New VB-G RAM G Act 2025 replaces MGNREGA, introducing 60-day work pause, altered funding, and normative allocation amid opposition protests.
Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
New jobs law reverses gains on rural equality, Pg13
New VB-G RAMG Act raises concerns over diluted rural employment guarantee, potentially increasing inequality and impacting wage dynamics.
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