Union State Relations and Federal Structure

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Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

Revenue-deficit States may face fiscal stress, says Centre, Pg1

Centre warns revenue-deficit states face fiscal stress due to high debt, West Asia crisis, and limited fiscal flexibility.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

1 May, 2026

Revenue-deficit States may face fiscal stress, says Centre, Pg1

Centre warns revenue-deficit states face fiscal stress due to high debt, West Asia crisis, and limited fiscal flexibility.

1 May, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC questions ED’s claim of rule of law breach in Bengal, Pg1

Supreme Court scrutinizes ED's claims of constitutional breakdown in West Bengal amidst coal smuggling case probe and alleged obstruction.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

24 Apr, 2026

SC questions ED’s claim of rule of law breach in Bengal, Pg1

Supreme Court scrutinizes ED's claims of constitutional breakdown in West Bengal amidst coal smuggling case probe and alleged obstruction.

24 Apr, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections

State support key for tribal welfare, says Social Justice Ministry report, Pg14

Union Social Justice Ministry reveals State apathy in extending welfare to denotified tribes, hindering access to housing and benefits.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections

24 Apr, 2026

State support key for tribal welfare, says Social Justice Ministry report, Pg14

Union Social Justice Ministry reveals State apathy in extending welfare to denotified tribes, hindering access to housing and benefits.

24 Apr, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

At heart of row, value of a vote, fiscal imbalance, Pg15

Delimitation row: Southern states fear loss of political power due to frozen constituencies based on 1971 census.

Population and Associated Issues Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

23 Apr, 2026

At heart of row, value of a vote, fiscal imbalance, Pg15

Delimitation row: Southern states fear loss of political power due to frozen constituencies based on 1971 census.

23 Apr, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels

States' rights, caste factor: What was debated before women's quota in local bodies, Pg17

Analyzing debates surrounding women's quota in local bodies: States' rights, caste dynamics, and historical context of 73rd and 74th Amendment Act.

Women and Women's Organizations Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels

20 Apr, 2026

States' rights, caste factor: What was debated before women's quota in local bodies, Pg17

Analyzing debates surrounding women's quota in local bodies: States' rights, caste dynamics, and historical context of 73rd and 74th Amendment Act.

20 Apr, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

Why has Punjab introduced a new law on sacrilege?, Pg11

Punjab toughens sacrilege law with life imprisonment for Guru Granth Sahib desecration, sparking legal and ethical debates.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

19 Apr, 2026

Why has Punjab introduced a new law on sacrilege?, Pg11

Punjab toughens sacrilege law with life imprisonment for Guru Granth Sahib desecration, sparking legal and ethical debates.

19 Apr, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

Why delimitation row is not over, Pg9

Delimitation freeze faces potential lapse post-2026 census, sparking concerns over state representation and constitutional amendments.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

19 Apr, 2026

Why delimitation row is not over, Pg9

Delimitation freeze faces potential lapse post-2026 census, sparking concerns over state representation and constitutional amendments.

19 Apr, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

South’s seat share won’t be cut, say PM and Shah, Pg1

Government assures South states of maintained proportional representation post delimitation and women's reservation implementation by 2029 elections.

Women and Women's Organizations Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

17 Apr, 2026

South’s seat share won’t be cut, say PM and Shah, Pg1

Government assures South states of maintained proportional representation post delimitation and women's reservation implementation by 2029 elections.

17 Apr, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

Centre moots inter-State redistribution of Lok Sabha seats based on 2011 Census, Pg1

Centre proposes inter-state redistribution of Lok Sabha seats based on 2011 Census, potentially altering regional representation and federal dynamics.

Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

15 Apr, 2026

Centre moots inter-State redistribution of Lok Sabha seats based on 2011 Census, Pg1

Centre proposes inter-state redistribution of Lok Sabha seats based on 2011 Census, potentially altering regional representation and federal dynamics.

15 Apr, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

Resisting amendments for delimitation can harm the South, Pg10

Delimitation debate intensifies as BJP pushes for Lok Sabha expansion based on 2011 Census, sparking Southern states' concerns over representation.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

14 Apr, 2026

Resisting amendments for delimitation can harm the South, Pg10

Delimitation debate intensifies as BJP pushes for Lok Sabha expansion based on 2011 Census, sparking Southern states' concerns over representation.

14 Apr, 2026

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

An alternative to Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhisthan Bill, Pg6

VBSA Bill faces scrutiny over centralization, autonomy, and equity concerns; Joint Parliamentary Committee reviews proposed amendments for inclusive higher education governance.

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

11 Apr, 2026

An alternative to Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhisthan Bill, Pg6

VBSA Bill faces scrutiny over centralization, autonomy, and equity concerns; Joint Parliamentary Committee reviews proposed amendments for inclusive higher education governance.

11 Apr, 2026

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

As Puducherry votes, how its status as a Union Territory differs from Delhi, J&K, Pg16

Puducherry elections spotlight UT governance differences: Delhi's power struggles, J&K's limited autonomy, and Puducherry's unique legislative history explained.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

10 Apr, 2026

As Puducherry votes, how its status as a Union Territory differs from Delhi, J&K, Pg16

Puducherry elections spotlight UT governance differences: Delhi's power struggles, J&K's limited autonomy, and Puducherry's unique legislative history explained.

10 Apr, 2026

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

15th Finance Commission period set a record with 94.98% funds release for rural bodies, Pg12

15th Finance Commission achieves record 94.98% fund release for rural local bodies, empowering grassroots governance and development.

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

10 Apr, 2026

15th Finance Commission period set a record with 94.98% funds release for rural bodies, Pg12

15th Finance Commission achieves record 94.98% fund release for rural local bodies, empowering grassroots governance and development.

10 Apr, 2026

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

Delimitation, women’s reservation, political dynamics, Pg8

Government plans delimitation based on 2011 Census, potentially amending Women's Reservation Act and increasing Lok Sabha seats by 50%.

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

8 Apr, 2026

Delimitation, women’s reservation, political dynamics, Pg8

Government plans delimitation based on 2011 Census, potentially amending Women's Reservation Act and increasing Lok Sabha seats by 50%.

8 Apr, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government Budgeting

Finance commission strengthens local bodies, but at the cost of states, Pg11

16th Finance Commission recommendations spark federalism debate; critics allege weakened state autonomy due to altered fund distribution and increased central leverage.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government Budgeting

7 Apr, 2026

Finance commission strengthens local bodies, but at the cost of states, Pg11

16th Finance Commission recommendations spark federalism debate; critics allege weakened state autonomy due to altered fund distribution and increased central leverage.

7 Apr, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Representation of the People's Act Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

ECI transfer controversy, top court’s clarifications, Pg8

Debate erupts over ECI's authority to transfer State officials, raising questions on constitutional powers and federal balance.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Representation of the People's Act Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

3 Apr, 2026

ECI transfer controversy, top court’s clarifications, Pg8

Debate erupts over ECI's authority to transfer State officials, raising questions on constitutional powers and federal balance.

3 Apr, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting Disaster and Disaster Management

Counting people is not counting disaster risk, Pg6

Flawed Finance Commission formula penalizes disaster-prone states like Odisha due to population-based exposure metrics, impacting disaster funding.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting Disaster and Disaster Management

1 Apr, 2026

Counting people is not counting disaster risk, Pg6

Flawed Finance Commission formula penalizes disaster-prone states like Odisha due to population-based exposure metrics, impacting disaster funding.

1 Apr, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

Ensuring federalism within delimitation, Pg7

Delimitation exercise post-2026 census may consider demographic performance alongside population to ensure fair federalism and political representation.

Population and Associated Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

31 Mar, 2026

Ensuring federalism within delimitation, Pg7

Delimitation exercise post-2026 census may consider demographic performance alongside population to ensure fair federalism and political representation.

31 Mar, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Parliament and State Legislatures Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Why is there controversy over the CAPF Bill?, Pg14

CAPF Bill 2026 sparks controversy over IPS officer deputation, challenging Supreme Court ruling and CAPF cadre promotions.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Parliament and State Legislatures Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

29 Mar, 2026

Why is there controversy over the CAPF Bill?, Pg14

CAPF Bill 2026 sparks controversy over IPS officer deputation, challenging Supreme Court ruling and CAPF cadre promotions.

29 Mar, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

Women's quota: Govt to take Opp on board for hike in LS, Assembly seats, Pg9

Government seeks consensus on increasing Lok Sabha and Assembly seats for women's quota implementation post-Assembly elections, requiring constitutional amendments.

Women and Women's Organizations Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

25 Mar, 2026

Women's quota: Govt to take Opp on board for hike in LS, Assembly seats, Pg9

Government seeks consensus on increasing Lok Sabha and Assembly seats for women's quota implementation post-Assembly elections, requiring constitutional amendments.

25 Mar, 2026

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Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Revenue-deficit States may face fiscal stress, says Centre, Pg1

Revenue-deficit States may face fiscal stress, says Centre, Pg1

SC questions ED’s claim of rule of law breach in Bengal, Pg1

SC questions ED’s claim of rule of law breach in Bengal, Pg1

State support key for tribal welfare, says Social Justice Ministry report, Pg14

State support key for tribal welfare, says Social Justice Ministry report, Pg14

At heart of row, value of a vote, fiscal imbalance, Pg15

At heart of row, value of a vote, fiscal imbalance, Pg15

States' rights, caste factor: What was debated before women's quota in local bodies, Pg17

States' rights, caste factor: What was debated before women's quota in local bodies, Pg17

Why has Punjab introduced a new law on sacrilege?, Pg11

Why has Punjab introduced a new law on sacrilege?, Pg11

Why delimitation row is not over, Pg9

Why delimitation row is not over, Pg9

South’s seat share won’t be cut, say PM and Shah, Pg1

South’s seat share won’t be cut, say PM and Shah, Pg1

Centre moots inter-State redistribution of Lok Sabha seats based on 2011 Census, Pg1

Centre moots inter-State redistribution of Lok Sabha seats based on 2011 Census, Pg1

Resisting amendments for delimitation can harm the South, Pg10

Resisting amendments for delimitation can harm the South, Pg10

An alternative to Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhisthan Bill, Pg6

An alternative to Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhisthan Bill, Pg6

As Puducherry votes, how its status as a Union Territory differs from Delhi, J&K, Pg16

As Puducherry votes, how its status as a Union Territory differs from Delhi, J&K, Pg16

15th Finance Commission period set a record with 94.98% funds release for rural bodies, Pg12

15th Finance Commission period set a record with 94.98% funds release for rural bodies, Pg12

Delimitation, women’s reservation, political dynamics, Pg8

Delimitation, women’s reservation, political dynamics, Pg8

Finance commission strengthens local bodies, but at the cost of states, Pg11

Finance commission strengthens local bodies, but at the cost of states, Pg11

ECI transfer controversy, top court’s clarifications, Pg8

ECI transfer controversy, top court’s clarifications, Pg8

Counting people is not counting disaster risk, Pg6

Counting people is not counting disaster risk, Pg6

Ensuring federalism within delimitation, Pg7

Ensuring federalism within delimitation, Pg7

Why is there controversy over the CAPF Bill?, Pg14

Why is there controversy over the CAPF Bill?, Pg14

Women's quota: Govt to take Opp on board for hike in LS, Assembly seats, Pg9

Women's quota: Govt to take Opp on board for hike in LS, Assembly seats, Pg9

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