Social Issues & Schemes

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Medical AI should be as much about equity as algorithms, Pg14

India's AI healthcare strategy prioritizes equity, interoperability, and continuous oversight to prevent bias and ensure fair access.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

21 Feb, 2026

Medical AI should be as much about equity as algorithms, Pg14

India's AI healthcare strategy prioritizes equity, interoperability, and continuous oversight to prevent bias and ensure fair access.

21 Feb, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Vulnerable Sections

HC verdict in rape case turns the clock back, Pg14

Chhattisgarh HC's acquittal in 2004 rape case sparks outrage, threatens to reverse progress in rape jurisprudence post-2013 amendments.

Women and Women's Organizations Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Vulnerable Sections

21 Feb, 2026

HC verdict in rape case turns the clock back, Pg14

Chhattisgarh HC's acquittal in 2004 rape case sparks outrage, threatens to reverse progress in rape jurisprudence post-2013 amendments.

21 Feb, 2026

Health Sector

94.5% survival in childhood cancer, says study; flags late risks, Pg12

Indian Childhood Cancer Survivorship study reveals 94.5% survival rate, flags late-stage health risks, and emphasizes long-term care.

Health Sector

21 Feb, 2026

94.5% survival in childhood cancer, says study; flags late risks, Pg12

Indian Childhood Cancer Survivorship study reveals 94.5% survival rate, flags late-stage health risks, and emphasizes long-term care.

21 Feb, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Investment Models

New fund allows RWAs to propose and run projects with local bodies, Pg10

RWAs to collaborate with local bodies under ₹1-lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund, fostering citizen-centric urban development through public-private partnerships.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Investment Models

21 Feb, 2026

New fund allows RWAs to propose and run projects with local bodies, Pg10

RWAs to collaborate with local bodies under ₹1-lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund, fostering citizen-centric urban development through public-private partnerships.

21 Feb, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Parental consent provision flies in the face of rights and court rulings, Pg12

Gujarat's parental consent rule for marriage registration faces legal challenge, undermining individual rights and autonomy, violating Article 21.

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

21 Feb, 2026

Parental consent provision flies in the face of rights and court rulings, Pg12

Gujarat's parental consent rule for marriage registration faces legal challenge, undermining individual rights and autonomy, violating Article 21.

21 Feb, 2026

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Close cooperation between Govts & AI firms becoming more important: Altman, Pg3

OpenAI CEO emphasizes government-AI firm cooperation amid techno-nationalism, urging India to develop comprehensive AI infrastructure for economic competitiveness.

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life

21 Feb, 2026

Close cooperation between Govts & AI firms becoming more important: Altman, Pg3

OpenAI CEO emphasizes government-AI firm cooperation amid techno-nationalism, urging India to develop comprehensive AI infrastructure for economic competitiveness.

21 Feb, 2026

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Ethics and Human Interface Role of Family, Society and Educational Institutions in Inculcating Values

Gen Z and the dynamics of democratic engagement, Pg8

Article analyzes Gen Z's unique approach to democratic engagement, highlighting individualism, virtual activism, and impact on protests.

21 Feb, 2026

Gen Z and the dynamics of democratic engagement, Pg8

Article analyzes Gen Z's unique approach to democratic engagement, highlighting individualism, virtual activism, and impact on protests.

21 Feb, 2026

Indian Society and Diversity of India Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

‘Bhasha’ matters in India’s multilingual moment, Pg8

UNESCO's 'Bhasha Matters' report advocates for mother-tongue-based multilingual education, emphasizing its role in equity and learning outcomes in India.

Indian Society and Diversity of India Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

21 Feb, 2026

‘Bhasha’ matters in India’s multilingual moment, Pg8

UNESCO's 'Bhasha Matters' report advocates for mother-tongue-based multilingual education, emphasizing its role in equity and learning outcomes in India.

21 Feb, 2026

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

Safety first, Pg8

Manipur's Deputy CM advocates for buffer zones amid ethnic tensions, prioritizing safety and reconciliation between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

21 Feb, 2026

Safety first, Pg8

Manipur's Deputy CM advocates for buffer zones amid ethnic tensions, prioritizing safety and reconciliation between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities.

21 Feb, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Representation of the People's Act

SIR in 22 States and U.T.s expected from April: EC, Pg1

Election Commission to conduct Special Intensive Revision of voter lists in 22 States/UTs starting April 2026, coordinating with Census 2027.

Population and Associated Issues Representation of the People's Act

20 Feb, 2026

SIR in 22 States and U.T.s expected from April: EC, Pg1

Election Commission to conduct Special Intensive Revision of voter lists in 22 States/UTs starting April 2026, coordinating with Census 2027.

20 Feb, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

SC to hear from May 5 over 250 petitions challenging CAA for discrimination, Pg16

Supreme Court to begin final hearings on May 5 for 250 petitions challenging CAA's discriminatory nature towards religious minorities.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

20 Feb, 2026

SC to hear from May 5 over 250 petitions challenging CAA for discrimination, Pg16

Supreme Court to begin final hearings on May 5 for 250 petitions challenging CAA's discriminatory nature towards religious minorities.

20 Feb, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

SC slams unchecked freebies, questions ‘appeasement’, Pg14

Supreme Court questions unchecked freebies by states, raising concerns over fiscal responsibility and equitable distribution of resources before elections.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

20 Feb, 2026

SC slams unchecked freebies, questions ‘appeasement’, Pg14

Supreme Court questions unchecked freebies by states, raising concerns over fiscal responsibility and equitable distribution of resources before elections.

20 Feb, 2026

Education Sector Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development IT and Computers

Nvidia, OpenAI announce partnerships with Indian firms, educational institutes, Pg1

Nvidia, OpenAI partner with Indian firms and academia to boost AI development; Sarvam AI unveils indigenous language models.

Education Sector Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development IT and Computers

19 Feb, 2026

Nvidia, OpenAI announce partnerships with Indian firms, educational institutes, Pg1

Nvidia, OpenAI partner with Indian firms and academia to boost AI development; Sarvam AI unveils indigenous language models.

19 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Centre to bring 1,954 border villages under development scheme, Pg12

Centre expands Vibrant Village Programme to 1,954 villages bordering Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Myanmar for integrated development.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

19 Feb, 2026

Centre to bring 1,954 border villages under development scheme, Pg12

Centre expands Vibrant Village Programme to 1,954 villages bordering Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Myanmar for integrated development.

19 Feb, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

The need for diversity in the judiciary, Pg10

Private member Bill seeks judicial diversity via constitutional amendment, mandating representation for marginalized groups and regional Supreme Court benches.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

19 Feb, 2026

The need for diversity in the judiciary, Pg10

Private member Bill seeks judicial diversity via constitutional amendment, mandating representation for marginalized groups and regional Supreme Court benches.

19 Feb, 2026

Inclusive Growth Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Science and Technology in Everyday Life