Social Issues & Schemes

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Population and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State Legislatures
12 Jan, 2026

Reimagining delimitation, Pg7

Southern states face political disadvantage as delimitation may reduce Lok Sabha seats due to population control measures.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
12 Jan, 2026

Faster is not fairer in POCSO case clearance numbers, Pg6

POCSO Act's fast-track courts show alarming conviction rate decline despite faster disposals, highlighting systemic support gaps for child survivors.

Population and Associated IssuesEducation SectorIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
12 Jan, 2026

'Govt good at implementation, so new welfarism, infra took off. (Pvt investment) needs rule of law, not to weaponise state to target or favour' (Arvind Subramanian, former Chief Economic Advisor, and Devesh Kapur, Professor of South Asian Studies..., Pg18

Arvind Subramanian and Devesh Kapur analyze India's economic precociousness, welfare schemes, and the impact of political and cultural factors.

Women and Women's OrganizationsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBasics of Cyber Security
12 Jan, 2026

X admits Grok AI objectionable image issues, blocks 600 offending accounts, Pg17

X Corp admits Grok AI image misuse, removes 3,500 contents and blocks 600 accounts after government intervention for IT act violation.

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

HPV vaccine shows herd protection for cervical cancer, Pg16

Swedish study confirms HPV vaccine's herd protection against cervical cancer, crucial for India's upcoming school-based vaccination program.

Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorPoverty and Hunger
12 Jan, 2026

Chhattisgarh, Puducherry cut TB deaths with cash, early nutrition support (4 to 5 times higher chance of mortality due to severe undernutrition: Studies), Pg14

Chhattisgarh and Puducherry combat TB deaths by prioritizing early nutritional support with cash transfers and food baskets for undernourished patients.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
12 Jan, 2026

Iran protest toll over 500, Trump briefed on strike options, Pg3

Trump considers military strikes on Iran amidst protests and crackdown, raising regional tensions and potential retaliation.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDisaster and Disaster Management
12 Jan, 2026

Plans for four agile Army battle groups in the east gather pace, Pg3

Indian Army to deploy agile Integrated Battle Groups (IBGs) near China border for rapid response and enhanced combat readiness.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
11 Jan, 2026

More accurate, less workload: AIIMS turns to AI to read X-rays, Pg4

AIIMS deploys AI-powered X-ray analysis for faster diagnosis, reducing radiologist workload and improving patient care with quicker preliminary reports.

Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
11 Jan, 2026

Amid 10-min debate, slow going on gig workers: Laws await implementation, Pg10

Four states legislate gig worker protections, but implementation lags amid calls for social security and welfare benefits nationwide.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
11 Jan, 2026

SC: Consider 'Romeo-Juliet clause' to exempt 'genuine' adolescent relations, Pg10

Supreme Court urges Centre to consider 'Romeo-Juliet clause' in POCSO Act amid misuse concerns in adolescent relationships.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable Sections
11 Jan, 2026

Consider Romeo-Juliet clause in POCSO: SC, Pg10

Supreme Court urges 'Romeo-Juliet' clause in POCSO Act to shield genuine adolescent relationships from misuse and prevent unjust prosecution.

Women and Women's OrganizationsVulnerable SectionsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
10 Jan, 2026

The Phaltan case is also about a victim’s dignity, Pg6

Phaltan case highlights victim's dignity violation; questions raised on administrative failure and societal mindset despite legal safeguards for women.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
10 Jan, 2026

High-quality education needs trust between state and institutions, Pg10

NEP 2020 drives higher education reforms: ANRF, RDI scheme, 4-year UG courses, and Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025.

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

Why awareness about folic acid is the key to prevent Spina Bifida, PgII

India grapples with high Spina Bifida rates; Experts advocate for national folic acid awareness and food fortification programs.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth Sector
9 Jan, 2026

Emerging challenge of childhood hypertension, PgII

Childhood hypertension rates double globally due to urbanization, obesity; experts urge early screening and lifestyle interventions to avert long-term health risks.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
9 Jan, 2026

Govt. seeks feedback on draft Bill to regulate pesticides, promote ‘safe and effective’ use, Pg14

Government proposes Pesticides Management Bill, 2020 to replace Insecticides Act, 1968, emphasizing safe, effective pesticide use and reduced environmental risk.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
9 Jan, 2026

Is the 10-minute delivery model necessary?, Pg11

Gig workers' unions demand withdrawal of 10-minute delivery for safety; experts debate regulatory framework and social security amid evolving Labour Codes.

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

Centre to launch new scheme to aid victims of road accidents soon, Pg1

Centre's new scheme offers ₹1.5 lakh cashless treatment for road accident victims and ₹25,000 award for Good Samaritans.

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