Governance

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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.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
22 Jan, 2026

Felling of 17,625 trees was cleared for 13 Chardham stretches: Centre to NGT, Pg8

Centre admits to NGT about clearing 17,625 trees for Chardham project amidst environmental concerns and glacial retreat.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday Life
22 Jan, 2026

De-license 500 MHz spectrum in high demand 6-Ghz band: DoT, Pg17

DoT de-licenses 500 MHz spectrum in 6 GHz band, boosting WiFi; Reliance Jio seeks auction of entire band.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Jan, 2026

Water bankruptcy calls for water accounting, Pg12

UN report warns of 'water bankruptcy' due to climate change, urging transparent accounting and sustainable practices globally.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies
21 Jan, 2026

SC to examine query by T.N., Kerala on whether ED is a ‘juristic person’, Pg12

Supreme Court to examine if ED is a 'juristic person' following petitions from Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
21 Jan, 2026

'Unified, data-driven approach essential to tackle pollution': CAQM launches study, Pg4

CAQM launches high-resolution emission mapping study for Delhi-NCR to combat air pollution with data-driven strategies and real-time monitoring.

ArchitectureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
21 Jan, 2026

Bids invited to demolish Krishi Bhawan, Shastri Bhawan, Pg4

Government advances Central Vista project, inviting bids for demolition of Krishi Bhawan, Shastri Bhawan to construct new Central Secretariat buildings.

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

AI-generated content labelling rules in final stages, says IT Secy, Pg13

Government finalizes AI content labelling rules, mandating disclosure by AI tool providers and social media platforms to combat misinformation.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
21 Jan, 2026

The gutkha nation and the welfare state, Pg11

HCES 2023-24 reveals alarming rise in tobacco consumption, especially gutkha, among poorer households, straining public healthcare and social welfare goals.

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

EC to host international conference on election management, democracy, Pg12

India hosts global democracy conference with 70+ nations, focusing on election management, standards, and innovations, launching ECINET digital platform.

Representation of the People's ActImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE Governance
20 Jan, 2026

Why SIR verification needs to be completely digitised, Pg9

Special Intensive Revision 2.0 triggers voter anxiety due to flawed execution and reliance on manual processes, needs complete digitization.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
20 Jan, 2026

Top court flags exorbitant surge in airfares during festivals, calls it ‘exploitative’, Pg12

Supreme Court criticizes airlines for 'exploitative' airfare surges during festivals, considers intervention to regulate pricing and protect passenger rights.

E GovernanceIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
20 Jan, 2026

Amount sanctioned by PSBs for MSMEs under digital credit model, Pg8

Public sector banks sanctioned ₹52,300 crore in MSME loans via digital credit to 3.96 lakh applicants (Apr-Dec 2025).

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

Responsibilities to be assigned to ex-Agniveers yet to be decided: CISF D-G, Pg10

CISF forms panel to decide roles for ex-Agniveers; awaits MHA clarity on reservation policies and assimilation protocols.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment Budgeting
20 Jan, 2026

What is T.N.’s new hybrid pension model?, Pg8

Tamil Nadu introduces TAPS, a hybrid pension scheme effective January 1, 2026, balancing financial strain and employee benefits.

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

Capital misses NCAP's PM10 target, trails behind Noida, Pg3

Delhi lags behind Noida and Alwar in achieving NCAP's PM10 reduction targets, exposing air pollution disparities.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
20 Jan, 2026

CAQM flags 'deficiencies' in implementation of GRAP measures in NCR, Pg3

CAQM reveals critical GRAP implementation failures in Delhi NCR, with up to 99.6% shortfall in key anti-pollution actions.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
20 Jan, 2026

SC backs fee-cap law, says pvt schools fees 'phenomenally high', Pg3

Supreme Court upholds Delhi's fee-cap law for private schools, cautions against hurried implementation affecting school viability.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
20 Jan, 2026

Rules to use funds collected from penalties under green laws notified, Pg2

Environment Ministry notifies rules for Environmental Protection Fund, allocating penalties from green law violations to environmental protection activities.

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