Governance

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityBasics of Cyber Security
7 Feb, 2026

Digital fraud cases: RBI plans compensation up to Rs 25,000 even if victim shares OTP, Pg1

RBI proposes Rs 25,000 compensation for digital fraud victims, even with OTP sharing, funded by Deposit Education and Awareness Fund.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
7 Feb, 2026

Centre lays down eligibility criteria for ‘deep tech’ start-ups in country, Pg10

Centre defines 'deep tech' start-ups with relaxed norms, paving way for ₹1 lakh crore R&D investments and concessional financing.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
7 Feb, 2026

CPI(M) leader moves Right to Disconnect Bill in Rajya Sabha, Pg9

CPI(M) MP introduces 'Right to Disconnect Bill' in Rajya Sabha, aiming to protect employees' work-life balance and mental health.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityConservation, Pollution and Degradation
7 Feb, 2026

​Distressing regularity, Pg6

Meghalaya mining tragedy exposes governance failures; urgent reforms needed to curb illegal rat-hole mining and protect vulnerable workers.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
7 Feb, 2026

‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance, Pg6

Global climate governance falters as COP30 fails to deliver binding commitments, widening the gap between climate needs and political action.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRole of Civil Services in a Democracy
6 Feb, 2026

SC flags States’ preference for ‘ad-hoc’ DGP appointments, Pg14

Supreme Court criticizes states for bypassing regular DGP appointments, favoring 'Acting' chiefs, violating Prakash Singh case directives on fixed tenures.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
6 Feb, 2026

DISCOMs and the road ahead, Pg10

DISCOMs witness financial turnaround with ₹2,701 crore PAT in FY25, driven by government schemes and improved efficiency.

Role of Civil Services in a Democracy
6 Feb, 2026

UPSC adds more norms for Civil Services aspirants, Pg14

UPSC tightens Civil Services Exam rules from 2026, restricts IPS and Group A service allottees from reappearing without resignation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
6 Feb, 2026

Rethinking battery strategy in India: the case for sodium-ion technology, Pg11

India urged to prioritize sodium-ion battery technology amidst lithium constraints, aiming for resilient energy storage and reduced import dependence.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEconomics of Animal RearingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
6 Feb, 2026

For drivers, by drivers: How Bharat Taxi app hopes to be a game-changer, Pg4

Bharat Taxi app launched as India's first cooperative ride-hailing platform, promising zero commissions for drivers and reasonable customer pricing.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
6 Feb, 2026

SC upholds NCLAT order entrusting Supertech's 16 projects to NBCC, Pg4

Supreme Court backs NCLAT order, assigns Supertech's 16 stalled projects to NBCC, prioritizing homebuyers' interests and expediting completion.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryConstitutional BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
6 Feb, 2026

SC directs UPSC to act against those states delaying DGP appointments, Pg2

Supreme Court empowers UPSC to enforce timely DGP appointments, addressing state delays and upholding Prakash Singh case directives.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesRole of Civil Services in a Democracy
6 Feb, 2026

Submit cadre review proposals for Group-A officers: MHA reminds paramilitary forces, Pg2

MHA urges CAPFs to expedite Group-A cadre review proposals following SC directive to address career stagnation and structural imbalances.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
6 Feb, 2026

Govt expands criteria to define startups, Pg17

Government doubles startup turnover limit to ₹200 crore and introduces 'Deep Tech Startup' recognition for cutting-edge technology firms.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday Life
6 Feb, 2026

Flush car door handles: China's ban, and the safety concerns, Pg15

China bans flush car door handles from 2027 due to safety concerns after crashes and power failures.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
6 Feb, 2026

The Budget has delivered a googly—the retrospective tax (Excluding the retrospective tax, Budget 2026 is a very good example of good policy-making. Major policies were announced before the Budget. Income tax reform was announced last year, GST re..., Pg12

Budget 2026 marred by retrospective tax on SGBs, raising concerns about investor confidence and policy consistency despite positive reforms.

Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
5 Feb, 2026

Cooperative cab service Bharat Taxi’s launch today, Pg12

Amit Shah launches Bharat Taxi, India's first cooperative ride-hailing platform, empowering drivers and aiming nationwide expansion in two years.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors
5 Feb, 2026

Number of Himalayan peaks opened up for mountaineering, Pg8

India opens 83 Himalayan peaks for mountaineering, waiving expedition fees to boost tourism and adventure sports in the region.

Indian Society and Diversity of IndiaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
5 Feb, 2026

Will notify questions on caste for Census as per norms: govt., Pg11

Government to include caste-based questions in Census 2027's second phase, addressing demands from states like Tamil Nadu.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and Computers
5 Feb, 2026

Why are Meta and WhatsApp facing a judicial ultimatum?, Pg8

Supreme Court questions Meta's data practices, hinting at potential restrictions on WhatsApp data sharing due to privacy concerns.

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