Population and Associated Issues

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Population and Associated IssuesSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment 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.

Population and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
27 Jan, 2026

Mind the time, Pg6

RBI report highlights uneven demographic transition across Indian states, raising concerns about fiscal management, social security, and equitable development.

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.

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

Delimitation after 2027, redrawing power in India, Pg6

Delimitation exercise after 2027 census to redraw political power, impacting state representation and federal balance significantly.

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.

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.

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.

Population and Associated IssuesVulnerable SectionsEducation Sector
22 Jan, 2026

Nation's future starts with child's early learning, Pg13

India prioritizes early childhood education and foundational literacy through anganwadis, balvatikas, and NIPUN Bharat mission for enhanced human capital.

Population and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State Legislatures
12 Jan, 2026

Reimagining delimitation, Pg7

Southern states face political disadvantage as delimitation may reduce Lok Sabha seats due to population control measures.

Population and Associated IssuesEducation SectorIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
12 Jan, 2026

'Govt good at implementation, so new welfarism, infra took off. (Pvt investment) needs rule of law, not to weaponise state to target or favour' (Arvind Subramanian, former Chief Economic Advisor, and Devesh Kapur, Professor of South Asian Studies..., Pg18

Arvind Subramanian and Devesh Kapur analyze India's economic precociousness, welfare schemes, and the impact of political and cultural factors.

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

Census first phase to be held from April 1 to Sept. 30 this year, Pg12

India's Census 2027 first phase starts April 1, 2026, featuring digital data collection and caste enumeration for first time.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Diaspora
8 Jan, 2026

Youth leadership is key to Viksit Bharat, Pg7

Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue empowers youth to shape India's future, engaging 50 lakh in nationwide discussions for Viksit Bharat 2047.

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

Census house-listing from April 1 with option for self-enumeration, Pg5

India's Census 2027 house-listing starts April 2026 with digital self-enumeration for the first time since 1931.

Population and Associated IssuesParliament and State LegislaturesRepresentation of the People's ActLinkages between Development and Spread of Extremism
26 Dec, 2025

A year of deepening political divides sets stage for another, Pg13

India braces for intense political activity in 2026 with crucial state elections, delimitation debates, and leadership changes.

Population and Associated IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth Sector
19 Dec, 2025

‘900 million people will have diabetes by 2050, strong steps needed to slow progression’, Pg14

Diabetes cases to surge to 900 million by 2050 globally; India and China to remain hotspots.

Population and Associated IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesRepresentation of the People's ActIndian Diaspora
18 Dec, 2025

The story of ‘We, the moving people’, Pg6

Migration trends reshape citizenship concepts globally, impacting voter rolls, political representation, and domicile laws in India and the US.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Governance
13 Dec, 2025

Census 2027 to cost ₹11,718 crore, no separate budget earmarked for NPR, Pg10

Cabinet approves ₹11,718 crore for Census 2027, India's first digital and caste-based enumeration, excluding separate NPR budget.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Governance
13 Dec, 2025

Rs 11,718 CR for Census 2027, Pg1

Government approves ₹11,718 Cr for Census 2027, India's first digital census including caste enumeration, set to begin April 2026.

Inclusive GrowthWomen and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesVulnerable Sections
11 Dec, 2025

Childcare, the growth lever that can't be ignored, Pg11

Investing in childcare infrastructure can unlock women's workforce potential, boost economic growth, and avert demographic deficit, says report.

Population and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE Governance
8 Dec, 2025

The evolution of pension reforms in India, Pg7

India's pension system evolves: From IGNOAPS to e-SHRAM, aiming for financial inclusion and dignity for the elderly, especially in the informal sector.

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