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Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

People should disclose details as per Census Act: Home Ministry, Pg10

Home Ministry clarifies Census Act mandates citizens to truthfully answer questions, including caste, in upcoming digital census 2024.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

3 Dec, 2025

People should disclose details as per Census Act: Home Ministry, Pg10

Home Ministry clarifies Census Act mandates citizens to truthfully answer questions, including caste, in upcoming digital census 2024.

3 Dec, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Health Sector Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

WHO backs use of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, Pg12

WHO endorses GLP-1 drugs for obesity treatment, emphasizing equitable access and integrated lifestyle interventions for effective weight management.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Health Sector Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

3 Dec, 2025

WHO backs use of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, Pg12

WHO endorses GLP-1 drugs for obesity treatment, emphasizing equitable access and integrated lifestyle interventions for effective weight management.

3 Dec, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

Only 20% of candidates accepted PM Internship Scheme offers: data, Pg11

PM Internship Scheme faces challenges as only 20% accept offers, raising concerns about youth engagement and scheme effectiveness.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

3 Dec, 2025

Only 20% of candidates accepted PM Internship Scheme offers: data, Pg11

PM Internship Scheme faces challenges as only 20% accept offers, raising concerns about youth engagement and scheme effectiveness.

3 Dec, 2025

Women and Women's Organizations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

Privacy in a ‘fishbowl society’, Pg7

AI-driven deepfake abuse necessitates gender-neutral laws, platform accountability, and robust victim support beyond current SOPs, reveals study.

Women and Women's Organizations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

3 Dec, 2025

Privacy in a ‘fishbowl society’, Pg7

AI-driven deepfake abuse necessitates gender-neutral laws, platform accountability, and robust victim support beyond current SOPs, reveals study.

3 Dec, 2025

Health Sector

Ratio of doctor to population 1:811 in India, Pg8

India improves doctor-population ratio to 1:811 with 13.8 lakh allopathic and 7.5 lakh AYUSH doctors, says Health Minister.

Health Sector

3 Dec, 2025

Ratio of doctor to population 1:811 in India, Pg8

India improves doctor-population ratio to 1:811 with 13.8 lakh allopathic and 7.5 lakh AYUSH doctors, says Health Minister.

3 Dec, 2025

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Vulnerable Sections

For disabled, recognition doesn't always mean rights, Pg13

Supreme Court examines inclusion of Haemophilia under RPwD Act, highlighting gaps in disability rights implementation and reservation benefits.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Vulnerable Sections

3 Dec, 2025

For disabled, recognition doesn't always mean rights, Pg13

Supreme Court examines inclusion of Haemophilia under RPwD Act, highlighting gaps in disability rights implementation and reservation benefits.

3 Dec, 2025

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Education Sector

Number of govt. schools falls, but those with fewer than 10 students see a steady rise, Pg10

Government school numbers decline, while schools with under 10 students rise to 65,000 in 2024-25, raising concerns.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Education Sector

2 Dec, 2025

Number of govt. schools falls, but those with fewer than 10 students see a steady rise, Pg10

Government school numbers decline, while schools with under 10 students rise to 65,000 in 2024-25, raising concerns.

2 Dec, 2025

Population and Associated Issues Poverty and Developmental Issues Poverty and Hunger

Is it the end of progress against extreme poverty?, Pg7

World Bank projects halt in poverty reduction post-2030 due to economic stagnation in poorest nations, especially Sub-Saharan Africa.

Population and Associated Issues Poverty and Developmental Issues Poverty and Hunger

2 Dec, 2025

Is it the end of progress against extreme poverty?, Pg7

World Bank projects halt in poverty reduction post-2030 due to economic stagnation in poorest nations, especially Sub-Saharan Africa.

2 Dec, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

The need for ‘heart-resilient’ urban planning, Pg6

Heart disease surge demands 'heart-resilient' urban planning integrating land use, transport, and green spaces for healthier, equitable cities.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

2 Dec, 2025

The need for ‘heart-resilient’ urban planning, Pg6

Heart disease surge demands 'heart-resilient' urban planning integrating land use, transport, and green spaces for healthier, equitable cities.

2 Dec, 2025

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

The new action plan on AMR needs a shot in the arm, Pg6

NAP-AMR 2.0 launched amidst concerns over state-level implementation, demanding stronger Centre-State coordination and accountability for effective AMR control.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

2 Dec, 2025

The new action plan on AMR needs a shot in the arm, Pg6

NAP-AMR 2.0 launched amidst concerns over state-level implementation, demanding stronger Centre-State coordination and accountability for effective AMR control.

2 Dec, 2025

Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies E Governance

Capturing urban dynamism in the 2027 Census, Pg7

Census 2027 to leverage geo-tagging and digital platforms, aiming for accurate urban data collection and policy implementation.

Population and Associated Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies E Governance

2 Dec, 2025

Capturing urban dynamism in the 2027 Census, Pg7

Census 2027 to leverage geo-tagging and digital platforms, aiming for accurate urban data collection and policy implementation.

2 Dec, 2025

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

Govt cleared school funds for Kerala after it signed PM-SHRI MoU, show answers in LS, Pg6

Kerala receives Rs 92.41 crore in school funds after signing PM-SHRI MoU, ending Centre-State standoff over education scheme implementation.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

2 Dec, 2025

Govt cleared school funds for Kerala after it signed PM-SHRI MoU, show answers in LS, Pg6

Kerala receives Rs 92.41 crore in school funds after signing PM-SHRI MoU, ending Centre-State standoff over education scheme implementation.

2 Dec, 2025

Health Sector Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

WHO terms obesity ‘global health crisis’, backs long-term use of GLP-1 drugs, Pg2

WHO declares obesity a 'global health crisis,' backing GLP-1 drugs for long-term use, emphasizing equitable access and comprehensive treatment strategies.

Health Sector Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

2 Dec, 2025

WHO terms obesity ‘global health crisis’, backs long-term use of GLP-1 drugs, Pg2

WHO declares obesity a 'global health crisis,' backing GLP-1 drugs for long-term use, emphasizing equitable access and comprehensive treatment strategies.

2 Dec, 2025

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Steady rise in electricity-related fatality rates in India, Pg9

India witnesses alarming surge in electricity-related fatalities; distribution networks and public negligence major causes, reveals report.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

1 Dec, 2025

Steady rise in electricity-related fatality rates in India, Pg9

India witnesses alarming surge in electricity-related fatalities; distribution networks and public negligence major causes, reveals report.

1 Dec, 2025

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

AIDS and TB fight — Tamil Nadu shows the way again, Pg8

Tamil Nadu pioneers TB mortality prediction model, mirroring AIDS control success, aiming for national replication and accelerated TB eradication.

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

1 Dec, 2025

AIDS and TB fight — Tamil Nadu shows the way again, Pg8

Tamil Nadu pioneers TB mortality prediction model, mirroring AIDS control success, aiming for national replication and accelerated TB eradication.

1 Dec, 2025

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

2030 for 2036, Pg8

India to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, signaling its ambition as a global sports hub and soft power.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

1 Dec, 2025

2030 for 2036, Pg8

India to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, signaling its ambition as a global sports hub and soft power.

1 Dec, 2025

Inclusive Growth Women and Women's Organizations Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders

WOMEN IN GIG ECONOMY, Pg8

NITI Aayog report highlights structural barriers hindering women's gig economy participation; recommends childcare support and asset access facilitation.

Inclusive Growth Women and Women's Organizations Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders

1 Dec, 2025

WOMEN IN GIG ECONOMY, Pg8

NITI Aayog report highlights structural barriers hindering women's gig economy participation; recommends childcare support and asset access facilitation.

1 Dec, 2025

Health Sector

How antibiotic misuse is fuelling a crisis in ICUs across India, Pg16

India grapples with rising antimicrobial resistance in ICUs, leading to increased mortality and complex treatment protocols, reveals alarming study.

Health Sector

1 Dec, 2025

How antibiotic misuse is fuelling a crisis in ICUs across India, Pg16

India grapples with rising antimicrobial resistance in ICUs, leading to increased mortality and complex treatment protocols, reveals alarming study.

1 Dec, 2025

Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why PM2.5 is attacking your joints, even before symptoms show up, Pg16

Delhi's PM2.5 levels linked to increased rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups, triggering inflammation and autoimmune responses, especially near arterial roads.

Health Sector Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

1 Dec, 2025

Why PM2.5 is attacking your joints, even before symptoms show up, Pg16

Delhi's PM2.5 levels linked to increased rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups, triggering inflammation and autoimmune responses, especially near arterial roads.

1 Dec, 2025

Population and Associated Issues Health Sector