Vulnerable Sections

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Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
21 Mar, 2026

Delhi HC restores plea on absence of IPC Section 377-like provision in BNS, Pg1

Delhi HC revives plea seeking IPC Section 377-like provision in Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita to protect LGBTQ+ community from sexual assault.

Women and Women's OrganizationsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
21 Mar, 2026

Restoring rights, Pg8

Supreme Court grants adoptive mothers 12 weeks paid maternity leave, challenging patriarchal norms and promoting gender-neutral parenting paradigm.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismVulnerable Sections
20 Mar, 2026

In name of protection, walking back on hard-won rights, Pg11

Transgender Bill 2026 narrows definition, excludes many, mandates medical verification, and criminalizes gender-affirming procedures, raising concerns about rights and privacy.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
19 Mar, 2026

What is new in transgender rights Bill?, Pg8

Transgender Rights Bill sparks controversy over redefined identity, potentially undermining self-determination and NALSA judgment.

Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorPoverty and Hunger
19 Mar, 2026

India showing steady progress in reducing child deaths amid slowing global gains: report, Pg12

UN Report: India Significantly Reduces Child Mortality Rates Amidst Slowing Global Progress, Driven by Public Health Interventions and Improved Healthcare Access.

Parliament and State LegislaturesVulnerable SectionsEducation Sector
19 Mar, 2026

Provide breakfast too under PM-POSHAN: Panel, Pg7

Parliamentary panel recommends breakfast under PM-POSHAN and scheme extension to Class 12 in five years to improve nutrition.

Women and Women's OrganizationsVulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
19 Mar, 2026

Let's talk about menstrual leave, who bears the cost, Pg13

Supreme Court debates menstrual leave policy amid concerns over potential discrimination and impact on women's employment opportunities, highlighting the need for comprehensive solutions.

Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
18 Mar, 2026

SC allows 12 weeks’ paid leave to all new adoptive mothers, Pg14

Supreme Court mandates 12 weeks paid leave for all adoptive mothers, urges paternity leave recognition for gender equality.

Vulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
18 Mar, 2026

Cost of treatments sanctioned under Ayushman Bharat, Pg10

Ayushman Bharat authorizes ₹1.73 lakh crore for 11.69 crore hospital admissions, enhancing healthcare access for millions of beneficiaries.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismParliament and State LegislaturesVulnerable Sections
18 Mar, 2026

Why Transgender Protection (Amendment) Bill 2026 has attracted criticism, Pg18

Transgender Protection Amendment Bill 2026 sparks outrage for removing self-identification rights and mandating medical certification, raising human rights concerns.

Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
18 Mar, 2026

A case of gender injustice, Pg12

Allahabad HC judge's routine bail grants in dowry death cases raise concerns about gender injustice and judicial scrutiny, signaling systemic failure.

Vulnerable SectionsPublic Distribution SystemBuffer Stocks and Food Security
17 Mar, 2026

Continued reliance on 2011 Census data may lead to exclusion of beneficiaries: Panel, Pg7

Parliamentary panel urges NFSA beneficiary database update, citing 2011 Census data exclusion risks for vulnerable households.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
17 Mar, 2026

For persons with disabilities, doors to theatres now open, Pg10

Cinema halls to implement audio descriptions and same-language captions in all new films, ensuring inclusivity for persons with disabilities.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable Sections
16 Mar, 2026

On the right to die with dignity, Pg7

Supreme Court permits withdrawal of life support for patient in Persistent Vegetative State, affirming right to die with dignity.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesVulnerable SectionsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
16 Mar, 2026

34 cr LPG consumers: Average household use half cylinder per month, Pg1

LPG consumption patterns reveal rural households consume less despite Ujjwala Yojana, impacting energy access and economic equity nationwide.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismVulnerable Sections
14 Mar, 2026

Bill to redefine ‘transgender person’, drop ‘self-perceived’ identity tabled, Pg10

Controversial bill redefines 'transgender person', dropping 'self-perceived' identity, sparking outrage and debate over transgender rights and NALSA judgment.

Vulnerable SectionsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
13 Mar, 2026

​Arbitrary and opaque, Pg8

EPFO's EPS 2026 scheme replacing EPS 1995 raises transparency concerns affecting crores of members and pensioners due to arbitrary changes.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
12 Mar, 2026

New EPS rules leave out clause on higher pension, Pg14

EPS 2026 omits clause for higher pension option, impacting employees seeking benefits on salaries exceeding ₹15,000 monthly.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
11 Mar, 2026

Jal Jeevan mission gets extension up to 2028, Pg10

Jal Jeevan Mission extended to 2028 with increased funding, shifting focus from infrastructure to ensuring reliable water delivery.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
11 Mar, 2026

Frame relief policy for adverse events after Covid shot: SC to Govt, Pg14

Supreme Court directs Centre to formulate compensation policy for serious adverse events following Covid-19 vaccination, emphasizing state's welfare responsibility.

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