Social Issues & Schemes Current Affairs for UPSC

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

SC seeks Centre's report on action taken on its SC/ST sub-classification verdict, Pg14

Supreme Court demands Centre's report on implementing SC sub-classification verdict for equitable reservation distribution and creamy layer exclusion.

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

11 Feb, 2026

SC seeks Centre's report on action taken on its SC/ST sub-classification verdict, Pg14

Supreme Court demands Centre's report on implementing SC sub-classification verdict for equitable reservation distribution and creamy layer exclusion.

11 Feb, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

India-US trade deal seals farmers' slide — provider to poor relative, Pg13

India-US trade deal shifts focus from farmers' welfare, prioritizing market access for US agricultural products over domestic farmer interests.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

11 Feb, 2026

India-US trade deal seals farmers' slide — provider to poor relative, Pg13

India-US trade deal shifts focus from farmers' welfare, prioritizing market access for US agricultural products over domestic farmer interests.

11 Feb, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Bangladesh set to vote, worried Hindus ask: 'Who will protect us?', Pg1

Bangladesh secures zero-tariff deal with US, challenging India's textile exports and trade relations amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

11 Feb, 2026

Bangladesh set to vote, worried Hindus ask: 'Who will protect us?', Pg1

Bangladesh secures zero-tariff deal with US, challenging India's textile exports and trade relations amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.

11 Feb, 2026

Health Sector

Anaemia, blood disorders can distort diabetes test HbA1c results, says study, Pg12

Study reveals anaemia and blood disorders distort HbA1c diabetes test results, especially in South Asia, impacting diagnosis and monitoring.

Health Sector

10 Feb, 2026

Anaemia, blood disorders can distort diabetes test HbA1c results, says study, Pg12

Study reveals anaemia and blood disorders distort HbA1c diabetes test results, especially in South Asia, impacting diagnosis and monitoring.

10 Feb, 2026

Inclusive Growth Population and Associated Issues Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Economics of Animal Rearing

Lessons about job creation from Misty Milk, Pg7

Erode's Misty Milk highlights credit constraints hindering SME growth, job creation despite demand and infrastructure availability.

Inclusive Growth Population and Associated Issues Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Economics of Animal Rearing

10 Feb, 2026

Lessons about job creation from Misty Milk, Pg7

Erode's Misty Milk highlights credit constraints hindering SME growth, job creation despite demand and infrastructure availability.

10 Feb, 2026

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Science and Technology in Everyday Life Ethics and Human Interface

The next big commodity is the mineable self, Pg6

Exploitation of 'self' emerges as new commodity via social media, streaming, and AI, impacting privacy and social connections globally.

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Science and Technology in Everyday Life Ethics and Human Interface

10 Feb, 2026

The next big commodity is the mineable self, Pg6

Exploitation of 'self' emerges as new commodity via social media, streaming, and AI, impacting privacy and social connections globally.

10 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

On flagship skill scheme blacklist: Empty centres, claims, counter-claims, few takers (178 PMKVY centres blacklisted, 41 FIRs filed after multi-layered checks), Pg1

178 skill training centers blacklisted under PMKVY 4.0 due to irregularities, falsified records, and non-adherence to norms, raising concerns about scheme effectiveness.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

10 Feb, 2026

On flagship skill scheme blacklist: Empty centres, claims, counter-claims, few takers (178 PMKVY centres blacklisted, 41 FIRs filed after multi-layered checks), Pg1

178 skill training centers blacklisted under PMKVY 4.0 due to irregularities, falsified records, and non-adherence to norms, raising concerns about scheme effectiveness.

10 Feb, 2026

Indian Society and Diversity of India Population and Associated Issues Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

‘Linguistic, cultural markers can solve caste enumeration riddle’, Pg12

Linguistic, cultural analysis can refine caste enumeration, accounting for variations and shared ancestry, says G.N. Devy, for Census 2026-27.

Indian Society and Diversity of India Population and Associated Issues Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

9 Feb, 2026

‘Linguistic, cultural markers can solve caste enumeration riddle’, Pg12

Linguistic, cultural analysis can refine caste enumeration, accounting for variations and shared ancestry, says G.N. Devy, for Census 2026-27.

9 Feb, 2026

Education Sector E Governance

Biometric updates for school children completed by UIDAI, Pg8

UIDAI completes biometric updates for 1 crore students across 83,000 schools, ensuring seamless authentication for competitive exams.

Education Sector E Governance

9 Feb, 2026

Biometric updates for school children completed by UIDAI, Pg8

UIDAI completes biometric updates for 1 crore students across 83,000 schools, ensuring seamless authentication for competitive exams.

9 Feb, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

A social media ban will not save our children, Pg6

Proposed social media ban for minors sparks debate over digital rights, gender inequality, and practical implementation challenges in India.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

9 Feb, 2026

A social media ban will not save our children, Pg6

Proposed social media ban for minors sparks debate over digital rights, gender inequality, and practical implementation challenges in India.

9 Feb, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

The Centre and the margins, Pg7

Analysis reveals North-South imbalance in Lok Sabha representation, impacting federalism and governance priorities since 1967.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

9 Feb, 2026

The Centre and the margins, Pg7

Analysis reveals North-South imbalance in Lok Sabha representation, impacting federalism and governance priorities since 1967.

9 Feb, 2026

Education Sector

First exam mandatory, attempt second only if improvement required, Pg8

CBSE introduces two-exam system for Class 10 in 2026 aligning with NEP 2020, offering improvement opportunity, but limiting attempts.

Education Sector

9 Feb, 2026

First exam mandatory, attempt second only if improvement required, Pg8

CBSE introduces two-exam system for Class 10 in 2026 aligning with NEP 2020, offering improvement opportunity, but limiting attempts.

9 Feb, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Gig stories: Option & compulsion, Pg5

Gig workers face precarious conditions despite platform promises, struggling with falling incomes, algorithmic control, and lack of social security.

Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

9 Feb, 2026

Gig stories: Option & compulsion, Pg5

Gig workers face precarious conditions despite platform promises, struggling with falling incomes, algorithmic control, and lack of social security.

9 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

Tax cuts are a relief but won't go far, Pg14

Tax cuts on cancer drugs offer limited relief as high costs and insurance gaps hinder access to treatment for many patients.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

9 Feb, 2026

Tax cuts are a relief but won't go far, Pg14

Tax cuts on cancer drugs offer limited relief as high costs and insurance gaps hinder access to treatment for many patients.

9 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Biotechnology

Why biopharma growth is essential, Pg14

Biopharma Shakti initiative aims to boost indigenous biopharmaceutical manufacturing, bridge affordability gap, and foster innovation in India's healthcare sector.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Biotechnology

9 Feb, 2026

Why biopharma growth is essential, Pg14

Biopharma Shakti initiative aims to boost indigenous biopharmaceutical manufacturing, bridge affordability gap, and foster innovation in India's healthcare sector.

9 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Top I-T firms earmark Labour Code costs, less than 3% of payroll, Pg1

Indian IT giants allocate ₹13,000+ crore for Labour Code impact, with provisions varying across sectors and companies.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

9 Feb, 2026

Top I-T firms earmark Labour Code costs, less than 3% of payroll, Pg1

Indian IT giants allocate ₹13,000+ crore for Labour Code impact, with provisions varying across sectors and companies.

9 Feb, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels

Centre readies Kuki-Zo peace deal, on lines of Nagaland pact, Pg1

Centre finalizes Kuki-Zo peace deal, mirroring Nagaland pact, granting autonomy and financial powers to Manipur's hill districts under Article 371C.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels

9 Feb, 2026

Centre readies Kuki-Zo peace deal, on lines of Nagaland pact, Pg1

Centre finalizes Kuki-Zo peace deal, mirroring Nagaland pact, granting autonomy and financial powers to Manipur's hill districts under Article 371C.

9 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

How is India tackling mental health crisis?, Pg13

India grapples with mental health crisis amid budget constraints, infrastructure gaps, and rising digital addiction among youth.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

8 Feb, 2026

How is India tackling mental health crisis?, Pg13

India grapples with mental health crisis amid budget constraints, infrastructure gaps, and rising digital addiction among youth.

8 Feb, 2026

Health Sector

‘Over one-third of cancers worldwide may be preventable’, Pg12

Global study reveals 38% of cancer cases are preventable through lifestyle changes and public health interventions, led by tobacco control.

Health Sector

8 Feb, 2026

‘Over one-third of cancers worldwide may be preventable’, Pg12

Global study reveals 38% of cancer cases are preventable through lifestyle changes and public health interventions, led by tobacco control.

8 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Economics of Animal Rearing

Why has AYUSH got a major push in Budget?, Pg13

Union Budget 2026-27 allocates ₹4,408 crore to AYUSH, promoting traditional medicine and integrating it into national healthcare.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Economics of Animal Rearing

8 Feb, 2026

Why has AYUSH got a major push in Budget?, Pg13

Union Budget 2026-27 allocates ₹4,408 crore to AYUSH, promoting traditional medicine and integrating it into national healthcare.

8 Feb, 2026

Social Issues & Schemes

SC seeks Centre's report on action taken on its SC/ST sub-classification verdict, Pg14

SC seeks Centre's report on action taken on its SC/ST sub-classification verdict, Pg14

India-US trade deal seals farmers' slide — provider to poor relative, Pg13

India-US trade deal seals farmers' slide — provider to poor relative, Pg13

Bangladesh set to vote, worried Hindus ask: 'Who will protect us?', Pg1

Bangladesh set to vote, worried Hindus ask: 'Who will protect us?', Pg1

Anaemia, blood disorders can distort diabetes test HbA1c results, says study, Pg12

Anaemia, blood disorders can distort diabetes test HbA1c results, says study, Pg12

Lessons about job creation from Misty Milk, Pg7

Lessons about job creation from Misty Milk, Pg7

The next big commodity is the mineable self, Pg6

The next big commodity is the mineable self, Pg6

On flagship skill scheme blacklist: Empty centres, claims, counter-claims, few takers (178 PMKVY centres blacklisted, 41 FIRs filed after multi-layered checks), Pg1

On flagship skill scheme blacklist: Empty centres, claims, counter-claims, few takers (178 PMKVY centres blacklisted, 41 FIRs filed after multi-layered checks), Pg1

‘Linguistic, cultural markers can solve caste enumeration riddle’, Pg12

‘Linguistic, cultural markers can solve caste enumeration riddle’, Pg12

Biometric updates for school children completed by UIDAI, Pg8

Biometric updates for school children completed by UIDAI, Pg8

A social media ban will not save our children, Pg6

A social media ban will not save our children, Pg6

The Centre and the margins, Pg7

The Centre and the margins, Pg7

First exam mandatory, attempt second only if improvement required, Pg8

First exam mandatory, attempt second only if improvement required, Pg8

Gig stories: Option & compulsion, Pg5

Gig stories: Option & compulsion, Pg5

Tax cuts are a relief but won't go far, Pg14

Tax cuts are a relief but won't go far, Pg14

Why biopharma growth is essential, Pg14

Why biopharma growth is essential, Pg14

Top I-T firms earmark Labour Code costs, less than 3% of payroll, Pg1

Top I-T firms earmark Labour Code costs, less than 3% of payroll, Pg1

Centre readies Kuki-Zo peace deal, on lines of Nagaland pact, Pg1

Centre readies Kuki-Zo peace deal, on lines of Nagaland pact, Pg1

How is India tackling mental health crisis?, Pg13

How is India tackling mental health crisis?, Pg13

‘Over one-third of cancers worldwide may be preventable’, Pg12

‘Over one-third of cancers worldwide may be preventable’, Pg12

Why has AYUSH got a major push in Budget?, Pg13

Why has AYUSH got a major push in Budget?, Pg13

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