Population and Associated Issues

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Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
2 Jun, 2026

​Joy and pain, Pg6

NFHS-6 data reveals India's progress in child health, TFR stabilization, and rising obesity, highlighting dual public health burden.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesHealth Sector
30 May, 2026

NFHS-6: Maternal And Child Health Indicators Show Improvement,Pg10

NFHS-6 indicates meaningful progress in maternal and child health, but sustaining gains will require addressing both malnutrition and emerging lifestyle-related health challenges.

Population and Associated Issues
30 May, 2026

Japan's Population Decline: A Demographic Crisis Gathering Pace,Pg16

Japan's experience shows that demographic decline is not merely a population issue but a long-term challenge affecting economic growth, welfare systems and national vitality.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
27 May, 2026

Panel set up to study ‘demographic change’, Pg1

Centre forms panel led by Justice Navlekar to study demographic shifts from illegal immigration, recommend population stabilization measures by 2027.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesPoverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal Structure
26 May, 2026

​Baby bait, Pg6

Andhra Pradesh proposes incentives for larger families amid falling fertility rates, raising concerns about socio-economic impacts and ecological sustainability.

Population and Associated IssuesRepresentation of the People's ActE Governance
21 May, 2026

Preparing India for a credible digital Census, Pg8

India gears up for digital 2027 Census amidst challenges of caste enumeration, NRI inclusion, and data accuracy.

Population and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels
19 May, 2026

In federalism challenges, consensus is the solution, Pg9

Authors highlight growing democratic deficit and fiscal transfer imbalances challenging Indian federalism, urging consensus-based solutions for nation-building amidst political divisiveness.

Inclusive GrowthWomen and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
15 May, 2026

India’s labour market shows gains, but challenges persist, Pg12

PLFS 2025 reveals India's Labour Force Participation Rate at 59% with declining youth unemployment, improved female participation, and wage growth.

Population and Associated IssuesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
8 May, 2026

Delhi urges Dhaka to expedite verification of 2,800 illegal immigrants, Pg16

India urges Bangladesh to accelerate verification of 2,862 illegal immigrants for smooth repatriation amid concerns of potential push-ins.

Population and Associated IssuesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
27 Apr, 2026

'Historic': PM on Kalpakkam n-reactor attaining criticality, Pg7

Kalpakkam Fast Breeder Reactor achieves criticality, marking milestone in India's indigenous nuclear energy program and boosting energy sector.

Population and Associated IssuesIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State Legislatures
23 Apr, 2026

At heart of row, value of a vote, fiscal imbalance, Pg15

Delimitation row: Southern states fear loss of political power due to frozen constituencies based on 1971 census.

Population and Associated IssuesIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State Legislatures
20 Apr, 2026

Delimitation — a case of to be or not to be, Pg6

Delimitation Bill 2026 proposes Lok Sabha seat readjustment based on 2011 Census, sparking debate over population parity.

Population and Associated IssuesHealth SectorBiotechnology
15 Apr, 2026

New cell therapy shows promise to treat frailty among elderly, PgII

Stem cell therapy shows promise in treating frailty among elderly, potentially improving endurance and quality of life, finds study.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State Legislatures
15 Apr, 2026

Bill proposes to end mandatory delimitation after every Census, Pg3

Parliamentary Bills propose ending mandatory delimitation after each Census, granting flexibility in seat allocation and constituency adjustments through ordinary legislation.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State Legislatures
8 Apr, 2026

Delimitation, women’s reservation, political dynamics, Pg8

Government plans delimitation based on 2011 Census, potentially amending Women's Reservation Act and increasing Lok Sabha seats by 50%.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesParliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's Act
5 Apr, 2026

All States will benefit from proposed delimitation: PM, Pg1

PM Modi assures no Lok Sabha seat loss for states with stabilised populations, proposes increasing House size with women's reservation before 2029.

Population and Associated IssuesE Governance
2 Apr, 2026

55,000 households utilise Census self-enumeration portal on day one, Pg10

Census 2027: 55,000 households utilize self-enumeration portal in eight states/UTs; door-to-door verification to follow.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Governance
1 Apr, 2026

OUR CENSUS, OUR DEVELOPMENT, Pg7

Indian government introduces self-enumeration option for census via online portal, aiming for time-saving, accurate data collection.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesHealth Sector
1 Apr, 2026

India faces challenge in meeting 2030 maternal mortality goals, shows study, Pg16

Lancet study reveals India's struggle to meet 2030 maternal mortality goals, despite significant improvements since 1990, highlighting regional disparities.

Population and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State Legislatures
31 Mar, 2026

Ensuring federalism within delimitation, Pg7

Delimitation exercise post-2026 census may consider demographic performance alongside population to ensure fair federalism and political representation.

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