Social Issues & Schemes

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE Governance
3 Jul, 2026

VB-G RAM G scheme rolled out from village in A.P., Pg1

India launches VB-G RAM G scheme replacing MGNREGS from AP, pledging ₹11,700 crore for rural employment, asset creation, and farmer welfare.

Health SectorSpace TechnologyBiotechnology
3 Jul, 2026

Can space oncology revolutionise cancer treatment?, Pg2

Space oncology revolutionizes cancer treatment, leveraging microgravity for accelerated drug discovery and pharmaceutical manufacturing, with a market projected to hit $9.8 billion by 2034.

Health SectorBiotechnology
3 Jul, 2026

Centre amends drug rules to ensure uniform regulations, Pg16

Centre amends Drugs Rules 1945, bringing stem cell, gene therapy, and xenograft products under Centrally License Approving Authority for stricter oversight.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
3 Jul, 2026

A shot at life, Mandsaur’s model for HPV vaccination, Pg10

Mandsaur district pioneers 100% HPV vaccination for vulnerable girls, leveraging data, behavioral nudges, and integrated healthcare to combat cervical cancer.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
3 Jul, 2026

On winter air, Delhi does the right thing, Pg10

Delhi government implements proactive winter pollution strategy, imposing GRAP-like curbs from November 1 to avert public health crisis.

Inclusive GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesVulnerable Sections
2 Jul, 2026

Centre fixes wage; VB-G RAM G to offer minimum ₹300 a day, Pg1

Centre mandates ₹300 daily floor wage under new VB-G RAM G Act, replacing MGNREGA, sparking Congress criticism over 'unjustifiably low' rates.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism
2 Jul, 2026

China ethnic unity law comes into force despite overseas criticism, Pg14

China's new ethnic unity law, aiming for "shared identity," sparks international outcry from UN and rights groups over potential threats to minority freedoms.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
2 Jul, 2026

Over 99% of births, deaths registered in 2024: report, Pg12

India achieves near-universal birth and death registration (over 99%) in 2024, revealing a national sex ratio at birth of 917, with significant state disparities.

LiteratureSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
2 Jul, 2026

Gaza: a homeland remembered through stories of war and survival, Pg9

Powerful new books expose Gaza's devastating humanitarian crisis, detailing alleged genocide by Israel and the resilience of Palestinian voices amidst war.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
2 Jul, 2026

Under VB-G RAM G, States’ expenditure could go up six-fold, Pg7

States face six-fold expenditure hike under new VB-G RAM G, replacing MGNREGA from July 1, shifting significant financial burden.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
2 Jul, 2026

On curbing young adults on social media, Pg7

UK's proposed social media ban for under-16s sparks global debate on efficacy, data privacy, and urgent need for robust platform governance.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
2 Jul, 2026

Yes and no, Pg6

New report exposes India's grassroots democracy crisis, revealing Gram Sabhas reduced to clearinghouses and state bypassing PESA rights, fueling rural alienation.

Vulnerable SectionsE Governance
2 Jul, 2026

New EPF Scheme notified: Most core provisions retained, Pg16

Centre notifies new EPF Scheme 2026, retaining core provisions, simplifying withdrawals, and aligning with Social Security Code 2020 for enhanced compliance.

Population and Associated IssuesComparison of Indian Constitution with Other Countries
2 Jul, 2026

Why US Supreme Court scrapped Trump's birthright citizenship order, Pg15

US Supreme Court delivers major judicial setback to Trump, scrapping his executive order and reaffirming birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, upholding 150-year precedent.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationVulnerable SectionsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
1 Jul, 2026

‘Killing of Palestinian children part of larger plan for genocide’, Pg14

UN Commission alleges Israeli forces systematically target Palestinian children, killing over 20,000 since October 7, as part of a larger genocide plan, demanding international accountability.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE Governance
1 Jul, 2026

Year after UMEED, waqf database shows 11% applications rejected, a third from UP, Pg15

UMEED portal rejects 11% of Waqf property applications, leaving 88,571 properties in limbo; Uttar Pradesh leads with 36% of rejections, raising concerns.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentEthics and Human Interface
1 Jul, 2026

A question in wake of Great Nicobar project: Is what can be justified also just?, Pg12

Great Nicobar project ignites fierce debate over tribal displacement and ecological devastation, challenging the state's ethical duty and public trust doctrine.

Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorE Governance
30 Jun, 2026

Govt. launches platform to track maternal, child health, Pg14

Union Minister Amit Shah launches PM-FCT digital platform for real-time tracking of maternal, child health, nutrition, and welfare, piloted in Gujarat.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
30 Jun, 2026

Why are States opposing VB-G RAM G, Pg14

States oppose new VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme replacing MGNREGA, citing 40% financial burden and centralisation of power, sparking federalism concerns.

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