Governance

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E GovernanceIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
12 Feb, 2026

Taxpayer base more than doubled in the last decade, Pg9

India's taxpayer base doubles in a decade, fueled by individual taxpayers and improved tax administration efficiency, reveals Income Tax Department data.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityCitizens Charters and Institutional Measures for Transparency
12 Feb, 2026

Refund customers in case of mis-selling: RBI, Pg15

RBI mandates explicit consent and refunds for mis-sold financial products, bans 'dark patterns' to protect consumers, effective July 2026.

E GovernanceInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
12 Feb, 2026

Led by Rajasthan, UP and Maharashtra, toll collection set for record high in FY26, Pg15

National highway toll collection surges to record Rs 50,345 crore in FY26, driven by Rajasthan, UP, and Maharashtra.

E GovernanceEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsScience and Technology in Everyday Life
12 Feb, 2026

In an AI world, Global South must assume leadership, Pg11

India emerges as AI leader, leveraging digital infrastructure and talent pool, poised to influence global AI standards and governance frameworks.

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

MNS officers to be eligible for re-employment benefits, Pg10

MNS officers get ex-servicemen status: Amendment to Article 309 ensures re-employment benefits in civil services for military nurses.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
11 Feb, 2026

Centre mandates label for photorealistic AI content, Pg1

Government mandates labeling of photorealistic AI content and reduces takedown time for illegal online material under IT Act amendments.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
11 Feb, 2026

A reckoning for India’s aviation sector, Pg8

Indian aviation sector faces turbulence due to pilot shortages, duopoly dominance, and regulatory gaps, threatening passenger services and connectivity.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRight to Information and Transparency in Government
11 Feb, 2026

Human rights body could function as RTI panel, moots SC, Pg10

Supreme Court proposes merging State Human Rights Commissions with RTI panels in states with low RTI appeals to reduce burden.

Inclusive GrowthVulnerable SectionsE Governance
11 Feb, 2026

Entrepreneurs provided with loans through PM-SURAJ, Pg8

₹1,389.61 crore in loans disbursed to 1.39 lakh entrepreneurs via PM-SURAJ portal in FY25, exceeding target of one lakh.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
11 Feb, 2026

Fighter push — HAL’s experience with private enterprise, Pg6

Analysis of involving private sector in India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project, highlighting challenges and suggesting HAL's infrastructure utilization.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
11 Feb, 2026

Rethinking UGC’s new equity regulations, Pg7

Supreme Court stays UGC's equity regulations amid concerns over vagueness, potential misuse, and procedural flaws in grievance redressal mechanisms.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeEthics and Human Interface
11 Feb, 2026

'AI was trained to imitate humans. It learnt survival', Pg19

AI expert warns unchecked AI development poses existential threat, citing safety concerns and ethical breaches, urging global regulation and public awareness.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism
10 Feb, 2026

Meghalaya govt. announces judicial probe into mine blast, Pg12

Meghalaya initiates judicial inquiry into illegal rat-hole mine blast that killed 27 miners amid ongoing illegal coal trade.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBasics of Cyber Security
10 Feb, 2026

SC tells RBI to bring in stricter checks to stop online frauds, Pg12

Supreme Court directs RBI to implement stringent fraud checks after ₹52,000 crore siphoned via online scams between 2021-2025.

Art FormsIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
10 Feb, 2026

Stifling ideas, Pg6

UP CM's FIR against film 'Ghooskhor Pandat' stifles free speech, raising concerns over state overreach and artistic expression.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
10 Feb, 2026

A chance for India to polish the Kimberley Process, Pg6

India assumes Kimberley Process chair for 2026, aiming to broaden scope to include human rights and digital certification.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
10 Feb, 2026

With 6 more AQI monitoring stations, Delhi tops all cities, but experts wary, Pg4

Delhi enhances air quality monitoring with 6 new stations, experts flag uneven distribution and data accuracy concerns.

Parliament and State LegislaturesImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityRight to Information and Transparency in Government
10 Feb, 2026

PMO directive on PM CARES: What questions can Lok Sabha ask?, Pg16

PMO's directive barring questions on PM CARES in Lok Sabha raises concerns over parliamentary oversight and government accountability.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
10 Feb, 2026

Meanwhile, flux in agency behind PMKVY: CEO exit, police complaint, Pg15

PMKVY faces turbulence: CEO ousted, police complaint filed over misappropriation, and CAG indicts scheme's functioning, raising governance concerns.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBasics of Cyber SecurityMoney Laundering and its Prevention
10 Feb, 2026

Rs 54,000 cr lost in digital arrests, this is dacoity: SC, Pg14

Supreme Court slams RBI, banks over ₹54,000 crore lost in digital arrests, demands AI-driven fraud detection and victim compensation.

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