Governance Current Affairs for UPSC

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Science and Technology in Everyday Life

AI for all, Pg8

India embraces AI democratization amid challenges in infrastructure, global cooperation, and governance, signaling potential to shape AI's orderly growth.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Science and Technology in Everyday Life

24 Feb, 2026

AI for all, Pg8

India embraces AI democratization amid challenges in infrastructure, global cooperation, and governance, signaling potential to shape AI's orderly growth.

24 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Why did the U.S. drop a core radiation safety rule?, Pg8

U.S. scraps ALARA radiation safety rule, diverging from global standards and raising concerns over public health and nuclear safety.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Science and Technology in Everyday Life

23 Feb, 2026

Why did the U.S. drop a core radiation safety rule?, Pg8

U.S. scraps ALARA radiation safety rule, diverging from global standards and raising concerns over public health and nuclear safety.

23 Feb, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Obesity is a chronic disease, not just a lifestyle condition (By 2050, 17.4% of women and 12.1% of men will be living with it, says research diabetologist), Pg14

India's obesity rates to surge by 2050, disproportionately affecting women; experts advocate for chronic disease recognition and policy interventions.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

23 Feb, 2026

Obesity is a chronic disease, not just a lifestyle condition (By 2050, 17.4% of women and 12.1% of men will be living with it, says research diabetologist), Pg14

India's obesity rates to surge by 2050, disproportionately affecting women; experts advocate for chronic disease recognition and policy interventions.

23 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

As AI enters healthcare, doctors grapple with safety and oversight (AI can spot diseases early and cut costs but transparency gaps, data bias and slow clinical trials raise concerns), Pg14

AI integration in healthcare faces hurdles: transparency gaps, data bias, slow trials challenge safety and oversight, impacting trust and adoption.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

23 Feb, 2026

As AI enters healthcare, doctors grapple with safety and oversight (AI can spot diseases early and cut costs but transparency gaps, data bias and slow clinical trials raise concerns), Pg14

AI integration in healthcare faces hurdles: transparency gaps, data bias, slow trials challenge safety and oversight, impacting trust and adoption.

23 Feb, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Evidence, not panic, must shape street dog policy, Pg11

Rising violence against street dog caregivers sparks debate; Supreme Court's directives on dog management create confusion amid calls for humane policies.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

23 Feb, 2026

Evidence, not panic, must shape street dog policy, Pg11

Rising violence against street dog caregivers sparks debate; Supreme Court's directives on dog management create confusion amid calls for humane policies.

23 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Biotechnology

SC ruling on use of stem cells for autism sets a precedent for healthcare regulation, Pg11

Supreme Court bans stem cell 'therapy' for autism, setting precedent for healthcare regulation and protecting vulnerable patients from unproven treatments.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Biotechnology

23 Feb, 2026

SC ruling on use of stem cells for autism sets a precedent for healthcare regulation, Pg11

Supreme Court bans stem cell 'therapy' for autism, setting precedent for healthcare regulation and protecting vulnerable patients from unproven treatments.

23 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

Direct benefit transferred: How a network in Rajasthan diverted cash from govt schemes (PM-Kisan, state pension, crop loss schemes main target; 51 arrested), Pg1

Rajasthan's 'cyber sarkar' siphons crores from PM-Kisan, pension schemes via Aadhaar misuse; 51 arrested in massive fraud investigation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

23 Feb, 2026

Direct benefit transferred: How a network in Rajasthan diverted cash from govt schemes (PM-Kisan, state pension, crop loss schemes main target; 51 arrested), Pg1

Rajasthan's 'cyber sarkar' siphons crores from PM-Kisan, pension schemes via Aadhaar misuse; 51 arrested in massive fraud investigation.

23 Feb, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

French President Macron urged India to 'join the club' and ban social media for kids, Pg13

Macron urges India to ban social media for children under 15 amid growing concerns over mental health impacts.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

22 Feb, 2026

French President Macron urged India to 'join the club' and ban social media for kids, Pg13

Macron urges India to ban social media for children under 15 amid growing concerns over mental health impacts.

22 Feb, 2026

Indian Society and Diversity of India Vulnerable Sections E Governance

Centre asks states to wrap up household survey by April-end, Pg11

Centre directs states to complete PVTG household survey by April-end for targeted welfare delivery and entitlement card issuance.

Indian Society and Diversity of India Vulnerable Sections E Governance

22 Feb, 2026

Centre asks states to wrap up household survey by April-end, Pg11

Centre directs states to complete PVTG household survey by April-end for targeted welfare delivery and entitlement card issuance.

22 Feb, 2026

E Governance Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Railways switches to AI-enabled apps to address grievances, manage crowd better, Pg9

Indian Railways integrates AI into RailMadad, Coach Mitra, and RailOne apps for efficient grievance redressal, housekeeping, and ticket confirmation predictions.

E Governance Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life

21 Feb, 2026

Railways switches to AI-enabled apps to address grievances, manage crowd better, Pg9

Indian Railways integrates AI into RailMadad, Coach Mitra, and RailOne apps for efficient grievance redressal, housekeeping, and ticket confirmation predictions.

21 Feb, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Panel to unclog roads starts work Feb 26, Pg6

Centre reconstitutes high-power committee under Home Secretary to tackle Delhi's crippling traffic congestion through tech and policy interventions.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

21 Feb, 2026

Panel to unclog roads starts work Feb 26, Pg6

Centre reconstitutes high-power committee under Home Secretary to tackle Delhi's crippling traffic congestion through tech and policy interventions.

21 Feb, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Notice to 6 e-commerce firms for wireless devices sale, Pg16

CCPA issues notices to six e-commerce platforms for illegally listing restricted drone and GPS jammers, violating consumer protection laws.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

21 Feb, 2026

Notice to 6 e-commerce firms for wireless devices sale, Pg16

CCPA issues notices to six e-commerce platforms for illegally listing restricted drone and GPS jammers, violating consumer protection laws.

21 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

The world's pharmacy has a challenge — shifting from volume to value, Pg15

India's pharmaceutical industry aims for $350 billion exports by 2047, shifting focus from volume to value-driven innovation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

21 Feb, 2026

The world's pharmacy has a challenge — shifting from volume to value, Pg15

India's pharmaceutical industry aims for $350 billion exports by 2047, shifting focus from volume to value-driven innovation.

21 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Medical AI should be as much about equity as algorithms, Pg14

India's AI healthcare strategy prioritizes equity, interoperability, and continuous oversight to prevent bias and ensure fair access.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

21 Feb, 2026

Medical AI should be as much about equity as algorithms, Pg14

India's AI healthcare strategy prioritizes equity, interoperability, and continuous oversight to prevent bias and ensure fair access.

21 Feb, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Investment Models

New fund allows RWAs to propose and run projects with local bodies, Pg10

RWAs to collaborate with local bodies under ₹1-lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund, fostering citizen-centric urban development through public-private partnerships.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Investment Models

21 Feb, 2026

New fund allows RWAs to propose and run projects with local bodies, Pg10

RWAs to collaborate with local bodies under ₹1-lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund, fostering citizen-centric urban development through public-private partnerships.

21 Feb, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Centre constitutes committee for implementation of CAA in West Bengal, Pg10

Centre forms panel for CAA implementation in West Bengal amid political tensions, aiming to grant citizenship to eligible individuals.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

21 Feb, 2026

Centre constitutes committee for implementation of CAA in West Bengal, Pg10

Centre forms panel for CAA implementation in West Bengal amid political tensions, aiming to grant citizenship to eligible individuals.

21 Feb, 2026

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Close cooperation between Govts & AI firms becoming more important: Altman, Pg3

OpenAI CEO emphasizes government-AI firm cooperation amid techno-nationalism, urging India to develop comprehensive AI infrastructure for economic competitiveness.

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life

21 Feb, 2026

Close cooperation between Govts & AI firms becoming more important: Altman, Pg3

OpenAI CEO emphasizes government-AI firm cooperation amid techno-nationalism, urging India to develop comprehensive AI infrastructure for economic competitiveness.

21 Feb, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

PAC pulls up govt. for slow implementation of SANKALP scheme, Pg12

PAC slams government for slow SANKALP scheme implementation; CAG reveals only 44% of funds disbursed between 2017-2023.

Parliament and State Legislatures Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

21 Feb, 2026

PAC pulls up govt. for slow implementation of SANKALP scheme, Pg12

PAC slams government for slow SANKALP scheme implementation; CAG reveals only 44% of funds disbursed between 2017-2023.

21 Feb, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Centre notifies panel to clear pending CAA applications in Bengal, Pg10

Centre forms panel to expedite CAA applications in West Bengal amid electoral roll revisions, focusing on Matua community citizenship requests.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

21 Feb, 2026

Centre notifies panel to clear pending CAA applications in Bengal, Pg10

Centre forms panel to expedite CAA applications in West Bengal amid electoral roll revisions, focusing on Matua community citizenship requests.

21 Feb, 2026

Indian Society and Diversity of India Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

‘Bhasha’ matters in India’s multilingual moment, Pg8

UNESCO's 'Bhasha Matters' report advocates for mother-tongue-based multilingual education, emphasizing its role in equity and learning outcomes in India.

Indian Society and Diversity of India Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

21 Feb, 2026

‘Bhasha’ matters in India’s multilingual moment, Pg8

UNESCO's 'Bhasha Matters' report advocates for mother-tongue-based multilingual education, emphasizing its role in equity and learning outcomes in India.

21 Feb, 2026

Governance

AI for all, Pg8

AI for all, Pg8

Why did the U.S. drop a core radiation safety rule?, Pg8

Why did the U.S. drop a core radiation safety rule?, Pg8

Obesity is a chronic disease, not just a lifestyle condition (By 2050, 17.4% of women and 12.1% of men will be living with it, says research diabetologist), Pg14

Obesity is a chronic disease, not just a lifestyle condition (By 2050, 17.4% of women and 12.1% of men will be living with it, says research diabetologist), Pg14

As AI enters healthcare, doctors grapple with safety and oversight (AI can spot diseases early and cut costs but transparency gaps, data bias and slow clinical trials raise concerns), Pg14

As AI enters healthcare, doctors grapple with safety and oversight (AI can spot diseases early and cut costs but transparency gaps, data bias and slow clinical trials raise concerns), Pg14

Evidence, not panic, must shape street dog policy, Pg11

Evidence, not panic, must shape street dog policy, Pg11

SC ruling on use of stem cells for autism sets a precedent for healthcare regulation, Pg11

SC ruling on use of stem cells for autism sets a precedent for healthcare regulation, Pg11

Direct benefit transferred: How a network in Rajasthan diverted cash from govt schemes (PM-Kisan, state pension, crop loss schemes main target; 51 arrested), Pg1

Direct benefit transferred: How a network in Rajasthan diverted cash from govt schemes (PM-Kisan, state pension, crop loss schemes main target; 51 arrested), Pg1

French President Macron urged India to 'join the club' and ban social media for kids, Pg13

French President Macron urged India to 'join the club' and ban social media for kids, Pg13

Centre asks states to wrap up household survey by April-end, Pg11

Centre asks states to wrap up household survey by April-end, Pg11

Railways switches to AI-enabled apps to address grievances, manage crowd better, Pg9

Railways switches to AI-enabled apps to address grievances, manage crowd better, Pg9

Panel to unclog roads starts work Feb 26, Pg6

Panel to unclog roads starts work Feb 26, Pg6

Notice to 6 e-commerce firms for wireless devices sale, Pg16

Notice to 6 e-commerce firms for wireless devices sale, Pg16

The world's pharmacy has a challenge — shifting from volume to value, Pg15

The world's pharmacy has a challenge — shifting from volume to value, Pg15

Medical AI should be as much about equity as algorithms, Pg14

Medical AI should be as much about equity as algorithms, Pg14

New fund allows RWAs to propose and run projects with local bodies, Pg10

New fund allows RWAs to propose and run projects with local bodies, Pg10

Centre constitutes committee for implementation of CAA in West Bengal, Pg10

Centre constitutes committee for implementation of CAA in West Bengal, Pg10

Close cooperation between Govts & AI firms becoming more important: Altman, Pg3

Close cooperation between Govts & AI firms becoming more important: Altman, Pg3

PAC pulls up govt. for slow implementation of SANKALP scheme, Pg12

PAC pulls up govt. for slow implementation of SANKALP scheme, Pg12

Centre notifies panel to clear pending CAA applications in Bengal, Pg10

Centre notifies panel to clear pending CAA applications in Bengal, Pg10

‘Bhasha’ matters in India’s multilingual moment, Pg8

‘Bhasha’ matters in India’s multilingual moment, Pg8

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