Social Issues & Schemes

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
18 Jan, 2026

Delhi AQI nears ‘severe’ range, GRAP IV returns, Pg5

Delhi-NCR reimplements GRAP IV as AQI hits 'severe' 428; schools switch to hybrid mode, construction halts, truck entry restricted.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
17 Jan, 2026

Union govt. sets goal to formally recognise one lakh tribal healers as ‘partners in health services’, Pg1

Union Government to recognize one lakh tribal healers, aiming to integrate traditional medicine into mainstream healthcare for tribal communities.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
17 Jan, 2026

CAQM cites Beijing example, says Delhi Metro may need to double operational network (EYE ON REDUCING VEHICULAR POLLUTION), Pg6

Delhi Metro expansion to 900 km proposed by CAQM, inspired by Beijing, to combat vehicular pollution effectively.

Women and Women's OrganizationsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
17 Jan, 2026

Why SC wants govt to consider a ‘Romeo-Juliet’ exception for POCSO Act, Pg19

Supreme Court urges government to consider 'Romeo-Juliet' exception in POCSO Act amid concerns of misuse in consensual adolescent relationships.

Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
17 Jan, 2026

Develop indigenous AI on Indian servers, PM urges Indian talent, Pg18

PM Modi urges startups to develop indigenous AI on Indian servers, boost manufacturing, and aim for global leadership.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
17 Jan, 2026

Food habits are changing. Farms must, too, Pg17

Changing Indian food habits necessitate agricultural diversification beyond rice and wheat, impacting farmer incomes and nutritional security.

Health Sector
17 Jan, 2026

‘Paracetamol use during pregnancy doesn’t increase autism, ADHD risks’, Pg13

Lancet study confirms paracetamol's safety during pregnancy, refuting autism/ADHD link; reassures expectant mothers and obstetricians globally.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
16 Jan, 2026

Most road accidents occur in known zones, solutions lie in focused efforts, Pg4

India's road accident fatalities spotlighted: Nashik Rural tops list, reveals critical engineering flaws and enforcement gaps needing urgent action.

Health SectorIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBiotechnology
16 Jan, 2026

In Gujarat, India's 1st state-funded lab to study most lethal pathogens, Pg4

Gujarat pioneers India's first state-funded BSL-4 lab for deadly pathogens research, enhancing national health security and biotechnology capabilities.

Vulnerable SectionsEducation Sector
16 Jan, 2026

Govt working on raising income limit for SC scholarships to Rs 4.5 lakh from Rs 2.5 lakh, Pg14

Government considers raising SC scholarship income limit to ₹4.5 lakh, potentially benefiting more students from marginalized communities.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth Sector
16 Jan, 2026

Call antimicrobial resistance by its name, Pg13

PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat address puts antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the spotlight, urging collective action and responsible antibiotic use.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
16 Jan, 2026

Verified NREGA job card may be allowed during transition to VB-G Ram G, Pg10

Government transitions from MGNREGA to VB-GRAM G Act, allowing verified NREGA job cards during the initial phase.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismVulnerable SectionsEducation Sector
15 Jan, 2026

UGC brings out new rules against caste discrimination, Pg12

UGC strengthens anti-caste discrimination rules in higher education, mandates equity committees and includes OBCs, addressing previous criticisms.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryHealth SectorEthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
15 Jan, 2026

SC to decide today on plea for passive euthanasia of man, Pg10

Supreme Court to decide on passive euthanasia plea for man in vegetative state after emotional family appeal.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
15 Jan, 2026

NGT issues notice to 3 States over contamination of water, Pg12

NGT addresses critical water contamination in Rajasthan, MP, and UP, citing grave health risks and seeking state responses.

Health SectorEducation Sector
15 Jan, 2026

18,000 seats remain vacant, NEET-PG cut-off lowered after second round of counselling, Pg12

NEET-PG cut-off lowered to zero after 18,000 seats remain vacant, raising concerns about medical education standards.

Women and Women's OrganizationsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersEducation SectorIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
15 Jan, 2026

Why India needs a mentoring movement, Pg7

India poised to launch national mentoring movement, bridging education-employment gap, empowering youth with skills and networks for success.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryLaws, Rules and Conscience as Sources of Ethical Guidance
15 Jan, 2026

The continued custody in Delhi Riots cases, an injustice, Pg6

Supreme Court's Delhi Riots case order raises concerns over prolonged detentions, UAPA interpretation, and individual liberties, impacting justice.

Effects of Globalization on Indian SocietyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
15 Jan, 2026

Trump tariffs cut China's surplus with US, and made it the world's headache, Pg25

China's global trade surplus surges to $1.2 trillion in 2025 despite Trump's tariffs, intensifying global economic imbalances.

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