Governance

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
24 Jan, 2026

Ambitious scheme to spur next-generation battery manufacturing in India hits hurdle, Pg10

ACC-PLI scheme faces hurdles: visa delays, local manufacturing mandates, and tech gaps threaten battery production goals by 2026.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
24 Jan, 2026

‘Jurisdictional changes not allowed ahead of Census’, Pg8

Home Secretary directs states to freeze jurisdictional changes until March 2027 for Census 2027, ensuring data accuracy and administrative stability.

Women and Women's OrganizationsUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
24 Jan, 2026

Right to dignity, Pg6

ASHA, Anganwadi workers exploited: Centre's frozen wages and denial of employee status undermine social contract, demand statutory recognition and equitable pay.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Governance
24 Jan, 2026

Coming this year: Foundational Census phase seeking data on internet use & more, Pg18

India's 2026 Census to include digital data collection, self-enumeration, and caste enumeration after a six-year delay.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorBiotechnology
24 Jan, 2026

‘The antibiotic pipeline is running dangerously dry’, Pg18

India faces alarming rise in antimicrobial resistance, with 2.67 lakh deaths in 2021, driven by antibiotic overuse.

Health SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
23 Jan, 2026

167 drug samples flagged for quality lapses in December, Pg16

CDSCO identifies 167 substandard drug samples in December, raising concerns over quality control in pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Governance
23 Jan, 2026

Questionnaire for first phase of Census notified, Pg14

Census 2027: 33 questions notified for first phase focusing on housing, household amenities, and digital data collection.

E GovernanceImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
23 Jan, 2026

ECI launches new app, CEC offers other countries help to develop similar platform, Pg6

ECI launches ECINet app integrating 40+ voter and election official tools; offers platform development assistance to other nations.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
23 Jan, 2026

Usage of LPG, smartphones among details to be sought during census, Pg6

RGI notifies 33 items for Census 2027, including LPG/PNG usage, smartphone access, and housing materials, enhancing data-driven governance.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsPublic Distribution SystemBuffer Stocks and Food Security
23 Jan, 2026

Cabinet nod to new food security policy, Pg3

Delhi's new 'Food Security Rules, 2025' targets fair PDS via district committees, prioritising the neediest and weeding out ineligibles.

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

Draft NEP 2026 bets big on nuclear, tariff tweaks and cross-subsidy rules, Pg13

Draft National Electricity Policy 2026 prioritizes nuclear energy, automatic tariff revisions, and cross-subsidy exemptions to boost power sector.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIT and Computers
23 Jan, 2026

Data protection: Shorter timeline likely for Big Tech compliance, Pg13

MeitY considers shortening Big Tech's compliance timeline for India's Data Protection Act to 12 months amid industry concerns.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
23 Jan, 2026

Sports alarm bells: Toxic outdoors, no weather-proof indoors, IOC takes note, Pg1

Toxic air and extreme heat jeopardize Indian athletes' training, raising concerns for 2036 Olympics bid and performance.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and Computers
22 Jan, 2026

DoT allows use of half of 6GHz band for WiFi, Pg12

DoT permits unlicensed WiFi use in 5,925-6,425 MHz of 6GHz band, boosting connectivity but sparking telecom industry debate.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaScience and Technology in Everyday Life
22 Jan, 2026

Lancet experts call for a ‘citizen-centric’ healthcare delivery and use of technology, Pg12

Lancet commission advocates citizen-centric, integrated healthcare via public financing, technology, and empowered local governance for universal coverage in India.

Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
22 Jan, 2026

‘Freebies’ different from public welfare investment, says SC, Pg10

Supreme Court distinguishes between welfare investments and irrational freebies, emphasizing state's obligation towards developmental Directive Principles of State Policy.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesAccountability and Ethical GovernanceChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
22 Jan, 2026

Should corruption charges need prior sanction?, Pg8

Supreme Court split verdict on Section 17A of Prevention of Corruption Act regarding prior sanction for investigating public servants.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsIT and Computers
22 Jan, 2026

Why AI infrastructure matters more, Pg7

India prioritizes democratized AI infrastructure access via public digital utilities for inclusive growth, competitiveness, and digital sovereignty, challenging global concentration.

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

Lowering the age of juvenility for crimes is a step back, Pg6

Proposed Juvenile Justice Act amendment seeks to lower juvenility age to 14, raising concerns about child rights and rehabilitation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
22 Jan, 2026

MHA asks CAPF, state police officers to spend 50 nights in border villages, Pg9

MHA directs CAPF, state police to spend 50 nights annually in border villages enhancing security and intelligence.

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