Union State Relations and Federal Structure

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

States’ devolution at 41%; South’s share up, Pg1

16th Finance Commission maintains 41% tax devolution to states, tweaks formula increasing Southern states' share; Centre accepts recommendations.

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

2 Feb, 2026

States’ devolution at 41%; South’s share up, Pg1

16th Finance Commission maintains 41% tax devolution to states, tweaks formula increasing Southern states' share; Centre accepts recommendations.

2 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

Pushing welfare towards the States, Pg11

Budget 2026-27 witnesses reduced central allocations for social welfare schemes, shifting burden to states amid fiscal constraints.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

2 Feb, 2026

Pushing welfare towards the States, Pg11

Budget 2026-27 witnesses reduced central allocations for social welfare schemes, shifting burden to states amid fiscal constraints.

2 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Debating Budget 2026 as turning point or tinkering, Pg10

Budget 2026 prioritizes domestic manufacturing, import reduction, and export acceleration amid geopolitical shifts and China's dominance in electronics and rare earth materials.

2 Feb, 2026

Debating Budget 2026 as turning point or tinkering, Pg10

Budget 2026 prioritizes domestic manufacturing, import reduction, and export acceleration amid geopolitical shifts and China's dominance in electronics and rare earth materials.

2 Feb, 2026

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

16th Finance Commission recommends Rs 4.35-lakh cr grant for rural local bodies, Pg15

16th Finance Commission proposes ₹7.91-lakh crore grant for local bodies, doubling rural allocation to ₹4.35-lakh crore for 2026-31.

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

2 Feb, 2026

16th Finance Commission recommends Rs 4.35-lakh cr grant for rural local bodies, Pg15

16th Finance Commission proposes ₹7.91-lakh crore grant for local bodies, doubling rural allocation to ₹4.35-lakh crore for 2026-31.

2 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Constitutional Bodies Government Budgeting

Higher tax share for south states, Hindi heartland states see dip, Pg1

16th Finance Commission's recommendations accepted; Southern states gain higher tax share, Hindi heartland states face decline in allocation.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Constitutional Bodies Government Budgeting

2 Feb, 2026

Higher tax share for south states, Hindi heartland states see dip, Pg1

16th Finance Commission's recommendations accepted; Southern states gain higher tax share, Hindi heartland states face decline in allocation.

2 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

New debt-GDP fiscal anchor will likely open space for higher capex, Pg1

Centre shifts fiscal target to debt-GDP ratio, aiming 55% by FY27, allowing higher capex and gradual consolidation.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

1 Feb, 2026

New debt-GDP fiscal anchor will likely open space for higher capex, Pg1

Centre shifts fiscal target to debt-GDP ratio, aiming 55% by FY27, allowing higher capex and gradual consolidation.

1 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

Norms modified for IPS officers taking up IG posts at Centre, Pg8

MHA mandates two-year central deputation for IPS officers to become eligible for IG posts, impacting 2011 batch onwards.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

31 Jan, 2026

Norms modified for IPS officers taking up IG posts at Centre, Pg8

MHA mandates two-year central deputation for IPS officers to become eligible for IG posts, impacting 2011 batch onwards.

31 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

A job well done, Pg6

Economic Survey 2025-26 emphasizes strategic resilience, fiscal prudence, and addresses emerging risks like rupee depreciation and ethanol's impact.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

31 Jan, 2026

A job well done, Pg6

Economic Survey 2025-26 emphasizes strategic resilience, fiscal prudence, and addresses emerging risks like rupee depreciation and ethanol's impact.

31 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

Survey calls for relaxing FRBM for Centre, but says States’ finances worsening, Pg13

Economic Survey advocates FRBM Act relaxation for Centre amid geopolitical volatility, flags States' worsening finances due to rising expenditure.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

30 Jan, 2026

Survey calls for relaxing FRBM for Centre, but says States’ finances worsening, Pg13

Economic Survey advocates FRBM Act relaxation for Centre amid geopolitical volatility, flags States' worsening finances due to rising expenditure.

30 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Health Sector Government Budgeting

Has health spending by the Centre increased?, Pg10

National Health Policy flounders as Union health spending lags, jeopardizing healthcare access and equity across states.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Health Sector Government Budgeting

30 Jan, 2026

Has health spending by the Centre increased?, Pg10

National Health Policy flounders as Union health spending lags, jeopardizing healthcare access and equity across states.

30 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

Devolution, not debt, Pg8

States increasingly rely on debt over devolution for finances, raising concerns about fiscal autonomy and macroeconomic stability in India.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

30 Jan, 2026

Devolution, not debt, Pg8

States increasingly rely on debt over devolution for finances, raising concerns about fiscal autonomy and macroeconomic stability in India.

30 Jan, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Can the ED file writ petitions before Courts?, Pg10

Supreme Court to examine if ED can file writ petitions; Kerala and Tamil Nadu challenge ED's authority.

29 Jan, 2026

Can the ED file writ petitions before Courts?, Pg10

Supreme Court to examine if ED can file writ petitions; Kerala and Tamil Nadu challenge ED's authority.

29 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Accountability and Ethical Governance

When politics met policy shortcuts, Pg7

AP-Telangana water dispute escalates as political blame game overshadows legal and environmental concerns over Rayalaseema Lift Irrigation Scheme.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Accountability and Ethical Governance

27 Jan, 2026

When politics met policy shortcuts, Pg7

AP-Telangana water dispute escalates as political blame game overshadows legal and environmental concerns over Rayalaseema Lift Irrigation Scheme.

27 Jan, 2026

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure

March of the Republic, Pg6

President Murmu highlights India's self-reliance, economic progress, and constitutional ideals on Republic Day eve, urging reflection on persistent struggles.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure

27 Jan, 2026

March of the Republic, Pg6

President Murmu highlights India's self-reliance, economic progress, and constitutional ideals on Republic Day eve, urging reflection on persistent struggles.

27 Jan, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

Mind the time, Pg6

RBI report highlights uneven demographic transition across Indian states, raising concerns about fiscal management, social security, and equitable development.

Population and Associated Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

27 Jan, 2026

Mind the time, Pg6

RBI report highlights uneven demographic transition across Indian states, raising concerns about fiscal management, social security, and equitable development.

27 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

The issues surrounding Governors’ address, Pg12

Governors' refusal to deliver mandated addresses sparks constitutional crisis, undermining state autonomy and federalism, raising concerns over politicization of gubernatorial roles.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

26 Jan, 2026

The issues surrounding Governors’ address, Pg12

Governors' refusal to deliver mandated addresses sparks constitutional crisis, undermining state autonomy and federalism, raising concerns over politicization of gubernatorial roles.

26 Jan, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Gubernatorial walkouts test constitutional limits, Pg8

Governors' walkouts spark constitutional debate; States consider legal action challenging gubernatorial conduct and discretionary powers within India's parliamentary system.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

24 Jan, 2026

Gubernatorial walkouts test constitutional limits, Pg8

Governors' walkouts spark constitutional debate; States consider legal action challenging gubernatorial conduct and discretionary powers within India's parliamentary system.

24 Jan, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Right to dignity, Pg6

ASHA, Anganwadi workers exploited: Centre's frozen wages and denial of employee status undermine social contract, demand statutory recognition and equitable pay.

Women and Women's Organizations Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

24 Jan, 2026

Right to dignity, Pg6

ASHA, Anganwadi workers exploited: Centre's frozen wages and denial of employee status undermine social contract, demand statutory recognition and equitable pay.

24 Jan, 2026

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