Governance Current Affairs for UPSC

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance

‘Can verify age on Aadhaar app under DPDP Act’, Pg15

UIDAI introduces Aadhaar app enabling age verification under DPDP Act, enhancing data privacy and security for citizens.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance

29 Jan, 2026

‘Can verify age on Aadhaar app under DPDP Act’, Pg15

UIDAI introduces Aadhaar app enabling age verification under DPDP Act, enhancing data privacy and security for citizens.

29 Jan, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

House Panel flagged safety gaps in charter planes months ago, Pg14

Parliamentary panel reveals critical safety oversight gaps in India's rapidly expanding private and charter aviation sector, raising concerns after Baramati air crash.

Parliament and State Legislatures Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

29 Jan, 2026

House Panel flagged safety gaps in charter planes months ago, Pg14

Parliamentary panel reveals critical safety oversight gaps in India's rapidly expanding private and charter aviation sector, raising concerns after Baramati air crash.

29 Jan, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

In a first, private technical staff set to assist officials in digital Census, Pg10

India's 2027 Census to be digital-first with private tech staff assisting; enumerators to use mobile apps.

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

28 Jan, 2026

In a first, private technical staff set to assist officials in digital Census, Pg10

India's 2027 Census to be digital-first with private tech staff assisting; enumerators to use mobile apps.

28 Jan, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Future of work: India’s youth under the new Codes, Pg7

New Labour Codes aim to formalize India's workforce, yet youth employment crisis persists with informal work and social security gaps.

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

28 Jan, 2026

Future of work: India’s youth under the new Codes, Pg7

New Labour Codes aim to formalize India's workforce, yet youth employment crisis persists with informal work and social security gaps.

28 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

A spark to drive India’s e-LCV transition, Pg6

India proposes fuel consumption standards for light commercial vehicles (LCVs) from 2027-2032, aiming to boost electric vehicle adoption.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

28 Jan, 2026

A spark to drive India’s e-LCV transition, Pg6

India proposes fuel consumption standards for light commercial vehicles (LCVs) from 2027-2032, aiming to boost electric vehicle adoption.

28 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

16 languages, 1 portal and 1 reference ID: How Census self-enumeration will work, Pg7

Census 2027 to offer self-enumeration in 16 languages with unique reference ID for streamlined data integration.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

28 Jan, 2026

16 languages, 1 portal and 1 reference ID: How Census self-enumeration will work, Pg7

Census 2027 to offer self-enumeration in 16 languages with unique reference ID for streamlined data integration.

28 Jan, 2026

Health Sector Education Sector E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Meghalaya's AI story is a template for inclusive tech (Leveraging data-driven governance systems, Meghalaya has reduced its maternal mortality rate by nearly 50 per cent, a metric that showcases AI's capacity to save lives when deployed thoughtfu..., Pg12

Meghalaya emerges as AI hub, reduces maternal mortality by 50% using data-driven governance, attracting central support for AI development.

Health Sector Education Sector E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life

28 Jan, 2026

Meghalaya's AI story is a template for inclusive tech (Leveraging data-driven governance systems, Meghalaya has reduced its maternal mortality rate by nearly 50 per cent, a metric that showcases AI's capacity to save lives when deployed thoughtfu..., Pg12

Meghalaya emerges as AI hub, reduces maternal mortality by 50% using data-driven governance, attracting central support for AI development.

28 Jan, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

No discrimination against anybody: Govt after protests on new UGC norms ('EQUITY REGULATIONS'), Pg3

UGC's new 'equity regulations' face protests over potential misuse and discrimination against general category students, prompting government reassurance and resignations.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

28 Jan, 2026

No discrimination against anybody: Govt after protests on new UGC norms ('EQUITY REGULATIONS'), Pg3

UGC's new 'equity regulations' face protests over potential misuse and discrimination against general category students, prompting government reassurance and resignations.

28 Jan, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

Uproar intensifies against new UGC equity regulations, Pg12

UGC's 2026 equity regulations face backlash over caste discrimination definition and alleged bias against general category students.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

27 Jan, 2026

Uproar intensifies against new UGC equity regulations, Pg12

UGC's 2026 equity regulations face backlash over caste discrimination definition and alleged bias against general category students.

27 Jan, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Method to count caste during Census not yet decided, clarity likely by July: officials, Pg10

Caste enumeration methodology for Census 2027 delayed; final questionnaire expected by September amid opposition scrutiny and digital data collection.

Population and Associated Issues Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

27 Jan, 2026

Method to count caste during Census not yet decided, clarity likely by July: officials, Pg10

Caste enumeration methodology for Census 2027 delayed; final questionnaire expected by September amid opposition scrutiny and digital data collection.

27 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

India’s biggest climate gap could be language, Pg6

India's climate action hindered by language gap; effective communication crucial for translating science into actionable policies and building community resilience.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Disaster and Disaster Management

27 Jan, 2026

India’s biggest climate gap could be language, Pg6

India's climate action hindered by language gap; effective communication crucial for translating science into actionable policies and building community resilience.

27 Jan, 2026

Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Playing hide and seek on employment guarantee, Pg6

Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act (VB – G RAM G Act) faces criticism for potentially undermining MGNREGA's employment guarantee.

Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

27 Jan, 2026

Playing hide and seek on employment guarantee, Pg6

Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act (VB – G RAM G Act) faces criticism for potentially undermining MGNREGA's employment guarantee.

27 Jan, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Age rating to list of don'ts: Draft rules on obscenity online, Pg1

Centre proposes draft IT rules 2026 for age-based classification and regulation of online content to combat obscenity.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

27 Jan, 2026

Age rating to list of don'ts: Draft rules on obscenity online, Pg1

Centre proposes draft IT rules 2026 for age-based classification and regulation of online content to combat obscenity.

27 Jan, 2026

Art Forms Literature Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Nation honours 131 personalities with Padma awards, Pg1

Central Government announces Padma Awards 2026, honouring 131 individuals across diverse fields for their exceptional contributions to the nation.

Art Forms Literature Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

26 Jan, 2026

Nation honours 131 personalities with Padma awards, Pg1

Central Government announces Padma Awards 2026, honouring 131 individuals across diverse fields for their exceptional contributions to the nation.

26 Jan, 2026

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Space Technology

Shubhanshu Shukla, who flew to space, gets Ashok Chakra, Pg14

President approves gallantry awards, including Ashok Chakra to Shubhanshu Shukla for space mission and other military decorations to armed forces personnel.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Space Technology

26 Jan, 2026

Shubhanshu Shukla, who flew to space, gets Ashok Chakra, Pg14

President approves gallantry awards, including Ashok Chakra to Shubhanshu Shukla for space mission and other military decorations to armed forces personnel.

26 Jan, 2026

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

Bigger schools, better futures, Pg11

India aims for larger, better-equipped schools by 2035, mirroring China's success, to enhance education quality and accessibility nationwide.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

26 Jan, 2026

Bigger schools, better futures, Pg11

India aims for larger, better-equipped schools by 2035, mirroring China's success, to enhance education quality and accessibility nationwide.

26 Jan, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Can India eliminate malaria by 2030?, Pg15

India aims to eliminate malaria by 2030 through strategic plans, facing challenges like migration and drug resistance.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

25 Jan, 2026

Can India eliminate malaria by 2030?, Pg15

India aims to eliminate malaria by 2030 through strategic plans, facing challenges like migration and drug resistance.

25 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

Home Ministry’s tableau to showcase new criminal laws, Pg12

Home Ministry's Republic Day tableau to spotlight new criminal laws, emphasizing technology-driven, citizen-centric justice system with e-Sakshya for digital evidence.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

25 Jan, 2026

Home Ministry’s tableau to showcase new criminal laws, Pg12

Home Ministry's Republic Day tableau to spotlight new criminal laws, emphasizing technology-driven, citizen-centric justice system with e-Sakshya for digital evidence.

25 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

Centre revises cadre allocation policy with new group structure, Pg9

Centre overhauls IAS cadre allocation policy, replacing zonal system with alphabetical groups for fair, transparent postings and national integration.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

25 Jan, 2026

Centre revises cadre allocation policy with new group structure, Pg9

Centre overhauls IAS cadre allocation policy, replacing zonal system with alphabetical groups for fair, transparent postings and national integration.

25 Jan, 2026

The Freedom Struggle Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary E Governance

CJI:HC primary sentinel, must be proactive, not wait for knock at door, Pg1

CJI emphasizes High Courts' role as 'primary sentinels' ensuring proactive justice delivery and bridging gaps in rule of law.

The Freedom Struggle Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary E Governance

25 Jan, 2026

CJI:HC primary sentinel, must be proactive, not wait for knock at door, Pg1

CJI emphasizes High Courts' role as 'primary sentinels' ensuring proactive justice delivery and bridging gaps in rule of law.

25 Jan, 2026

Governance

‘Can verify age on Aadhaar app under DPDP Act’, Pg15

‘Can verify age on Aadhaar app under DPDP Act’, Pg15

House Panel flagged safety gaps in charter planes months ago, Pg14

House Panel flagged safety gaps in charter planes months ago, Pg14

In a first, private technical staff set to assist officials in digital Census, Pg10

In a first, private technical staff set to assist officials in digital Census, Pg10

Future of work: India’s youth under the new Codes, Pg7

Future of work: India’s youth under the new Codes, Pg7

A spark to drive India’s e-LCV transition, Pg6

A spark to drive India’s e-LCV transition, Pg6

16 languages, 1 portal and 1 reference ID: How Census self-enumeration will work, Pg7

16 languages, 1 portal and 1 reference ID: How Census self-enumeration will work, Pg7

Meghalaya's AI story is a template for inclusive tech (Leveraging data-driven governance systems, Meghalaya has reduced its maternal mortality rate by nearly 50 per cent, a metric that showcases AI's capacity to save lives when deployed thoughtfu..., Pg12

Meghalaya's AI story is a template for inclusive tech (Leveraging data-driven governance systems, Meghalaya has reduced its maternal mortality rate by nearly 50 per cent, a metric that showcases AI's capacity to save lives when deployed thoughtfu..., Pg12

No discrimination against anybody: Govt after protests on new UGC norms ('EQUITY REGULATIONS'), Pg3

No discrimination against anybody: Govt after protests on new UGC norms ('EQUITY REGULATIONS'), Pg3

Uproar intensifies against new UGC equity regulations, Pg12

Uproar intensifies against new UGC equity regulations, Pg12

Method to count caste during Census not yet decided, clarity likely by July: officials, Pg10

Method to count caste during Census not yet decided, clarity likely by July: officials, Pg10

India’s biggest climate gap could be language, Pg6

India’s biggest climate gap could be language, Pg6

Playing hide and seek on employment guarantee, Pg6

Playing hide and seek on employment guarantee, Pg6

Age rating to list of don'ts: Draft rules on obscenity online, Pg1

Age rating to list of don'ts: Draft rules on obscenity online, Pg1

Nation honours 131 personalities with Padma awards, Pg1

Nation honours 131 personalities with Padma awards, Pg1

Shubhanshu Shukla, who flew to space, gets Ashok Chakra, Pg14

Shubhanshu Shukla, who flew to space, gets Ashok Chakra, Pg14

Bigger schools, better futures, Pg11

Bigger schools, better futures, Pg11

Can India eliminate malaria by 2030?, Pg15

Can India eliminate malaria by 2030?, Pg15

Home Ministry’s tableau to showcase new criminal laws, Pg12

Home Ministry’s tableau to showcase new criminal laws, Pg12

Centre revises cadre allocation policy with new group structure, Pg9

Centre revises cadre allocation policy with new group structure, Pg9

CJI:HC primary sentinel, must be proactive, not wait for knock at door, Pg1

CJI:HC primary sentinel, must be proactive, not wait for knock at door, Pg1

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