Indian Polity

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

Has an Arbitration Council been constituted?, Pg11

Union government delays Arbitration Council of India constitution, raising concerns about institutional independence and effectiveness of arbitration reforms.

Parliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
17 Jan, 2026

Secretary-General of RS has administrative role only, says court, Pg12

Supreme Court criticizes Rajya Sabha Secretary-General for overstepping administrative role in Justice Varma's removal motion, urging restraint in quasi-adjudicatory functions.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryIndian DiasporaImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
17 Jan, 2026

HC seeks Centre’s reply on Iran’s detention of 16 Indian seafarers, Pg10

Delhi HC directs Centre to respond to plea regarding detention of 16 Indian seafarers by Iranian Revolutionary Guards.

Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations
17 Jan, 2026

The Congress at 140, a crisis of structure, Pg8

Congress grapples with structural issues, contrasting with BJP's cadre-based system, hindering grassroots presence and internal reforms despite decentralization efforts.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
17 Jan, 2026

'Citizens can't be deprived...': HC allows NHAI to end contract of firm 'holding up' Delhi-Mumbai e-way, Pg14

Delhi HC allows NHAI to terminate Delhi-Mumbai Expressway contract, citing public interest, after contractor delays 87-km Gujarat stretch.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
17 Jan, 2026

SC upholds Speaker's inquiry panel move against Justice Varma (NO ILLEGALITY: BENCH), Pg3

Supreme Court upholds Lok Sabha Speaker's power to form inquiry panel against judges, reinforcing judicial accountability mechanisms.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
16 Jan, 2026

Factor in terror act 'hierarchy' defined by SC in 2020 riots case, HC tells litigants, Pg8

Delhi HC directs UAPA case litigants to consider SC's expanded terror definition, impacting Parliament security breach accused's bail pleas.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies
16 Jan, 2026

SC: Tiger Global liable to pay tax for Flipkart stake sale, Pg21

Supreme Court overturns Delhi HC order, holds Tiger Global liable for tax on Flipkart stake sale profits.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies
16 Jan, 2026

Private property disputes cannot be treated as human rights violation: HC, Pg15

Gujarat HC restricts Human Rights Commission's power in private property disputes, emphasizing demonstrable state action for human rights violations.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
16 Jan, 2026

Verified NREGA job card may be allowed during transition to VB-G Ram G, Pg10

Government transitions from MGNREGA to VB-GRAM G Act, allowing verified NREGA job cards during the initial phase.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryMoney Laundering and its Prevention
16 Jan, 2026

'Serious issue': SC notice to Mamata, officers on ED's plea, Pg5

Supreme Court addresses ED's plea regarding obstruction by West Bengal CM and police in I-PAC probe, stays FIRs against ED officers.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryHealth SectorEthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
15 Jan, 2026

SC to decide today on plea for passive euthanasia of man, Pg10

Supreme Court to decide on passive euthanasia plea for man in vegetative state after emotional family appeal.

Salient Features of World's Physical GeographySeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
15 Jan, 2026

Over 77% of Rajasthan’s illegal mining FIRs filed in Aravalli districts, Pg7

Rajasthan's Aravalli range faces illegal mining crisis; flawed reclassification threatens ecological integrity despite Supreme Court intervention and ongoing legal disputes.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryLaws, Rules and Conscience as Sources of Ethical Guidance
15 Jan, 2026

The continued custody in Delhi Riots cases, an injustice, Pg6

Supreme Court's Delhi Riots case order raises concerns over prolonged detentions, UAPA interpretation, and individual liberties, impacting justice.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesPressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
14 Jan, 2026

Delivery platforms to stop 10-minute service after appeal by Labour Minister, Pg1

Delivery platforms halt 10-minute service after Labour Minister's intervention, addressing gig workers' safety concerns and exploitative work conditions.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable SectionsEducation Sector
14 Jan, 2026

Equality in society has to start in school, says Supreme Court, Pg14

Supreme Court emphasizes RTE Act's transformative potential, advocating for inclusive education to bridge socio-economic divides and foster equality from school.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryRepresentation of the People's Act
14 Jan, 2026

SC questions EC on voter roll deletions, citizenship, Pg1

Supreme Court questions Election Commission on deletion of 6.5 crore names from voter rolls based on citizenship verification.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
14 Jan, 2026

Send more IPS officers to Centre, Union Home Secretary tells States despite SC order, Pg12

Centre urges states to increase IPS officer deputation despite SC order to reduce IPS dominance in CAPFs.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
14 Jan, 2026

Are India’s small towns being increasingly urbanised?, Pg10

Small towns emerge as India's new urban frontier due to capitalist stress, offering cheaper land and pliable labour.

Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationRepresentation of the People's Act
14 Jan, 2026

Big mandates, bigger responsibilities: trends in elections, Pg9

Analysis reveals how initial strong electoral mandates for parties like Congress, AAP, and others often fade due to governance issues.

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