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Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
3 Jan, 2026

To resolve the street dogs issue, use reason and compassion, not fear and cruelty, Pg11

Supreme Court's intervention in street dog management raises constitutional questions regarding separation of powers and animal welfare board's authority.

Women and Women's OrganizationsVulnerable SectionsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
3 Jan, 2026

Grok's use against women: Govt seeks X response in 3 days, Pg1

Government demands X (formerly Twitter) to respond within 72 hours over Grok AI misuse, potentially violating IT rules and women's dignity.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
2 Jan, 2026

What transgender men face when they access healthcare, PgII

Transgender men face healthcare hurdles despite progressive policies, including discrimination, lack of medical understanding, and unsupervised hormonal therapy, reveals report.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
2 Jan, 2026

24 athletes added to TOPS; archery receives extra push, Pg17

Government expands Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), inducting 24 new athletes, including 8 compound archers, for enhanced 2028 Olympics preparation.

Inclusive GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
2 Jan, 2026

Banking correspondent outlets down 2.3 lakh in FY25: RBI data, Pg12

RBI data reveals sharp decline in banking correspondent outlets, threatening financial inclusion and DBT ecosystem in rural India due to policy shortcomings.

Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
1 Jan, 2026

Centre pre-publishes draft Rules for four Labour Codes, Pg16

Centre's draft Labour Codes mandate 48-hour work week, address women's night shift safety, and redefine wage/social security norms.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
1 Jan, 2026

Behind gig workers' strike on New Year's eve: A call for ban on 10-minute deliveries, Pg4

Gig workers strike against 10-minute deliveries, demanding fair wages, safety, and regulation under labour codes.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
1 Jan, 2026

New year of hope for disabled military cadets: A new health cover that cuts costs, Pg5

Supreme Court extends ECHS benefits to disabled military cadets, offering free treatment and reducing financial burden, disability pension consideration is underway.

Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
1 Jan, 2026

Night shift for women to safety net: Rules are out, Pg5

New labour codes mandate 48-hour workweek, allow women's night shifts with safety measures, and ensure gratuity for fixed-term employees.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
31 Dec, 2025

Gig workers to go on strike today against ‘exploitation’, Pg1

Gig workers strike against exploitation, demand labour rights and end to '10-20 minute delivery' mandates, seeking government intervention.

Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
31 Dec, 2025

Law on ‘suspension of sentence’, Pg10

Supreme Court stays High Court's order suspending life sentence of MLA Kuldeep Sengar in Unnao rape case, raising concerns over justice.

Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
31 Dec, 2025

Prioritising cleft care as a health issue, Pg9

India faces 7,000 annual cleft surgery backlog despite NGOs performing 30,000 surgeries; calls for prioritizing cleft care.

Women and Women's OrganizationsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismVulnerable Sections
31 Dec, 2025

Deaths most dishonourable, Pg9

Karnataka rocked by brutal 'honour killing' of pregnant woman for inter-caste marriage, sparking outrage and calls for stricter laws.

Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
30 Dec, 2025

SC stays suspension of sentence of former BJP MLA in Unnao rape case, Pg1

Supreme Court halts bail for ex-BJP MLA Kuldeep Sengar in Unnao rape case, prioritizes justice for minor survivor.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
30 Dec, 2025

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.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
30 Dec, 2025

SC stays HC order on suspension of Sengar’s life term, Pg1

Supreme Court stays High Court order suspending Kuldeep Sengar's life term, raises questions on definition of 'public servant'.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
29 Dec, 2025

​The lost message, Pg6

PM Modi's Christmas service visit signals tolerance amid rising violence against Christians, yet concrete action remains absent.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsEducation Sector
28 Dec, 2025

Centre deliberates on suggestions by states, UTs on PM-POSHAN, Pg9

Centre considers states' proposals to include breakfast and extend PM-POSHAN scheme up to Class 12 for enhanced student nutrition.

Inclusive GrowthPost Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationPoverty and Developmental IssuesVulnerable Sections
28 Dec, 2025

The forgotten history of a job scheme, much before NREGS, Pg10

Uncover the historical roots of employment guarantee schemes in India, tracing back to pre-colonial famine relief efforts.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPoverty and Developmental IssuesVulnerable Sections
27 Dec, 2025

Social scourge, Pg8

Despite progress, child marriage persists in India; poverty, education, and law enforcement gaps hinder complete eradication by 2030 SDG target.

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