Social Issues & Schemes

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Inclusive GrowthUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
9 Mar, 2026

VB-G RAM G Act: Centre yet to fix parameters before roll-out, Pg1

Centre yet to finalize objective parameters for fund allocation under VB-G RAM G Act, 2025, replacing MGNREGA and increasing guaranteed employment days.

Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorGovernment Budgeting
9 Mar, 2026

How duty cuts in cancer drugs will ease burden for patients, Pg7

Duty cuts on cancer drugs offer financial relief, especially for the poor seeking treatment in public hospitals.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels
9 Mar, 2026

Why are Finance Commission grants to cities still so limited?, Pg8

16th Finance Commission's recommendations emphasize cities increasing revenue, but devolution remains limited, raising federal concerns over urban planning autonomy.

Women and Women's OrganizationsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
9 Mar, 2026

The need to recognise ‘volunteer’ care work, Pg7

India's ASHA and Anganwadi workers, vital to welfare, face exploitation as 'volunteers' despite continuous, indispensable service, demanding fair wages and recognition.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations
9 Mar, 2026

Generational shift, Pg6

Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) secures decisive victory, signaling generational shift and frustration with traditional politics and corruption.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
9 Mar, 2026

Modern implants can last beyond 25 years, says Lancet study, Pg15

Lancet study reveals modern hip implants can last 25+ years due to advanced materials and surgical techniques, improving patient outcomes.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
9 Mar, 2026

GLP-1 drugs aid heart attack recovery, Pg15

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic show promise in heart attack recovery by restoring blood flow, irrespective of weight loss.

Women and Women's OrganizationsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentE Technology in Aid of FarmersScience and Technology in Everyday Life
9 Mar, 2026

AI's impact on labour market: Anthropic's report flags 'high exposure' jobs, Pg12

Anthropic's study reveals AI's potential job disruption in finance, IT, disproportionately affecting women and younger professionals, raising concerns for India's labor market.

Women and Women's OrganizationsEducation SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
9 Mar, 2026

The knowledge economy of the future is powered by nari shakti, Pg11

India's 'Nari Shakti' drives knowledge economy with rising female STEM enrollment; initiatives boost women in research and technology sectors.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
9 Mar, 2026

Obesity complicates the nutrition challenge, Pg10

India grapples with dual nutrition crisis as childhood obesity surges alongside malnutrition, threatening demographic dividend and public health.

Women and Women's OrganizationsStructure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
9 Mar, 2026

'Dominant caste men used sexual violence as tool': After unease, SC reviews handbook, Pg3

Supreme Court reviews handbook to promote sensitivity among judges in sexual offence cases, addressing gender representation and judicial perspective.

Population and Associated IssuesPoverty and Developmental IssuesIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations
9 Mar, 2026

'Poll results sea change in Nepal politics... RSP would be keen to partner with India', Pg14

Nepal's election sees a shift in power as RSP gains prominence, signaling potential for stronger India-Nepal partnership.

Vulnerable SectionsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
8 Mar, 2026

Amid West Asia crisis, cooking gas prices raised, Pg1

LPG prices surge by ₹60 amid West Asia crisis, impacting households and triggering political backlash over inflation concerns.

Poverty and HungerScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
8 Mar, 2026

Turning carrot waste into edible material again, Pg14

Scientists convert carrot waste into edible material using fungi, paving the way for sustainable food production and waste reduction.

Population and Associated IssuesPoverty and Developmental IssuesHealth Sector
8 Mar, 2026

Consider abdominal obesity a vital sign in Asian Indians: study, Pg12

Experts advocate abdominal obesity as vital sign for Asian Indians due to rising metabolic diseases and inadequate BMI assessment.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE Governance
8 Mar, 2026

Auto-settlement okayed by EPFO: What is the status of inoperative accounts?, Pg16

EPFO approves auto-settlement for inoperative accounts up to ₹1,000, benefiting 1.33 lakh members via Aadhaar-linked transfers.

Women and Women's OrganizationsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
8 Mar, 2026

Wage support, night shift for women: Punjab unveils new industrial policy, Pg12

Punjab's new industrial policy 2026 offers wage support, capital subsidy, and night shifts for women with safety measures.

Vulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
8 Mar, 2026

Study: Rs 54K expenses per hospitalisation in pvt facilities under PMJAY, Pg12

NITI Aayog study reveals PMJAY beneficiaries in private hospitals face ₹54K out-of-pocket expenses, double that of public facilities.

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

Govt looks at nuanced, graded age-based restrictions on social media for children, Pg3

Government plans graded social media restrictions for children, rejecting outright bans amid global debate on digital safety and rights.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
7 Mar, 2026

Karnataka, A.P. set to ban social media use by minors, Pg1

The governments of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh have announced plans to ban social media use for minors, aiming to mitigate the psychological and social risks associated with early digital exposure.

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