Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Current Affairs for UPSC

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Amid Opp protest, LS passes Bill to increase number of SC judges, Pg6

Lok Sabha passes Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill 2026 amidst opposition protests to address 92,101 pending cases.

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

4 Aug, 2026

Amid Opp protest, LS passes Bill to increase number of SC judges, Pg6

Lok Sabha passes Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill 2026 amidst opposition protests to address 92,101 pending cases.

4 Aug, 2026

Indian Society and Diversity of India Women and Women's Organizations Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Live-in relationship a reality, law on cruelty to partner applies: SC, Pg1

Supreme Court rules Section 498A of IPC, penalizing cruelty, applies to live-in partners and their relatives, recognizing evolving societal norms.

Indian Society and Diversity of India Women and Women's Organizations Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

4 Aug, 2026

Live-in relationship a reality, law on cruelty to partner applies: SC, Pg1

Supreme Court rules Section 498A of IPC, penalizing cruelty, applies to live-in partners and their relatives, recognizing evolving societal norms.

4 Aug, 2026

Indian Society and Diversity of India Women and Women's Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Domestic cruelty rules cover live-in couples: SC, Pg12

Supreme Court extends domestic cruelty laws (Section 498A IPC) to live-in relationships 'in the nature of marriage', adapting law to modern realities.

Indian Society and Diversity of India Women and Women's Organizations Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

4 Aug, 2026

Domestic cruelty rules cover live-in couples: SC, Pg12

Supreme Court extends domestic cruelty laws (Section 498A IPC) to live-in relationships 'in the nature of marriage', adapting law to modern realities.

4 Aug, 2026

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Top court asks govt. to ensure safe footpaths, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates Union government to provide broad, clear footpaths, affirming the right to walk as a fundamental right for all citizens.

Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

4 Aug, 2026

Top court asks govt. to ensure safe footpaths, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates Union government to provide broad, clear footpaths, affirming the right to walk as a fundamental right for all citizens.

4 Aug, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Lok Sabha passes SC judges Bill without any discussion, Pg10

Lok Sabha passes Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, without discussion amidst Opposition protests over police action and Ram Temple allegations.

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

4 Aug, 2026

Lok Sabha passes SC judges Bill without any discussion, Pg10

Lok Sabha passes Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, without discussion amidst Opposition protests over police action and Ram Temple allegations.

4 Aug, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Proof Of Life, Pg6

Parliament passes Births and Deaths Amendment Bill 2026, requiring judicial magistrate orders for birth registrations delayed over two years, raising concerns about access to identity documents.

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

4 Aug, 2026

Proof Of Life, Pg6

Parliament passes Births and Deaths Amendment Bill 2026, requiring judicial magistrate orders for birth registrations delayed over two years, raising concerns about access to identity documents.

4 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

3.9 lakh cases pending, Centre tells states to set up special courts for drug crimes, Pg3

Centre urges states to establish special NDPS courts to clear 3.9 lakh pending drug cases, bolstering internal security against narco-terrorism.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

3 Aug, 2026

3.9 lakh cases pending, Centre tells states to set up special courts for drug crimes, Pg3

Centre urges states to establish special NDPS courts to clear 3.9 lakh pending drug cases, bolstering internal security against narco-terrorism.

3 Aug, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Vulnerable Sections

Analysing the SC’s judgment on sex work, Pg7

Supreme Court's landmark judgment recognizes sex workers' constitutional rights, rejects forced rescues, and mandates consent inquiry, challenging decades of anti-trafficking discourse.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Vulnerable Sections

3 Aug, 2026

Analysing the SC’s judgment on sex work, Pg7

Supreme Court's landmark judgment recognizes sex workers' constitutional rights, rejects forced rescues, and mandates consent inquiry, challenging decades of anti-trafficking discourse.

3 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

What does the new Bill to prevent exam fraud say?, Pg16

Parliament passes Public Examinations Amendment Bill 2026, introducing stringent penalties and fast-track trials to curb rampant exam fraud after NEET leaks.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

2 Aug, 2026

What does the new Bill to prevent exam fraud say?, Pg16

Parliament passes Public Examinations Amendment Bill 2026, introducing stringent penalties and fast-track trials to curb rampant exam fraud after NEET leaks.

2 Aug, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Role of Civil Services in a Democracy Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Over 3,000 serving officers move SC against CAPF Act, Pg13

Over 3,000 CAPF officers challenge CAPF Act 2026 in Supreme Court, alleging it negates previous ruling and favors IPS for top leadership roles.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Role of Civil Services in a Democracy Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

2 Aug, 2026

Over 3,000 serving officers move SC against CAPF Act, Pg13

Over 3,000 CAPF officers challenge CAPF Act 2026 in Supreme Court, alleging it negates previous ruling and favors IPS for top leadership roles.

2 Aug, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

Amendment to paper leak Bill gets assent from President, Pg11

President Droupadi Murmu assents to Public Examinations Bill, enabling fast-track courts, 10-year jail, and ₹50 lakh fine for paper leak culprits.

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

2 Aug, 2026

Amendment to paper leak Bill gets assent from President, Pg11

President Droupadi Murmu assents to Public Examinations Bill, enabling fast-track courts, 10-year jail, and ₹50 lakh fine for paper leak culprits.

2 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Role of Civil Services in a Democracy Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

Force of Law, Pg6

Concerns rise over Delhi Police's arbitrary actions against student protesters, including use of dubious surveillance and alleged assault, challenging rule of law and accountability.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Role of Civil Services in a Democracy Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

1 Aug, 2026

Force of Law, Pg6

Concerns rise over Delhi Police's arbitrary actions against student protesters, including use of dubious surveillance and alleged assault, challenging rule of law and accountability.

1 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Stronger Law, Safer Exams: India Tightens the Noose on Paper Leaks

India introduces Public Examinations Amendment Bill 2026, strengthening law against paper leaks with tougher penalties, fast-track courts, and dedicated task forces.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

1 Aug, 2026

Stronger Law, Safer Exams: India Tightens the Noose on Paper Leaks

India introduces Public Examinations Amendment Bill 2026, strengthening law against paper leaks with tougher penalties, fast-track courts, and dedicated task forces.

1 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance

Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice (DISHA) 2.0 Scheme Aims at Leveraging Technology to Develop and Enhance the Outreach of People Friendly Solution Platforms for Legal Services

DISHA 2.0, a Central Sector Scheme, leverages technology to enhance legal services outreach, including Tele-Law and Pro-Bono programs, across India until 2031.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance

1 Aug, 2026

Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice (DISHA) 2.0 Scheme Aims at Leveraging Technology to Develop and Enhance the Outreach of People Friendly Solution Platforms for Legal Services

DISHA 2.0, a Central Sector Scheme, leverages technology to enhance legal services outreach, including Tele-Law and Pro-Bono programs, across India until 2031.

1 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

SC strikes balance on ecology, public interest, Pg10

Supreme Court sets aside blanket post-facto environmental clearances, allowing narrowly tailored amnesty schemes in public interest, balancing ecology and development.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

31 Jul, 2026

SC strikes balance on ecology, public interest, Pg10

Supreme Court sets aside blanket post-facto environmental clearances, allowing narrowly tailored amnesty schemes in public interest, balancing ecology and development.

31 Jul, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Constitutional Bodies

Centre defends CEC panel without CJI, Pg14

Supreme Court questions Centre's new CEC selection panel, citing executive dominance and potential compromise of Election Commission's independence, reserving judgment.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Constitutional Bodies

31 Jul, 2026

Centre defends CEC panel without CJI, Pg14

Supreme Court questions Centre's new CEC selection panel, citing executive dominance and potential compromise of Election Commission's independence, reserving judgment.

31 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

PM reviews impact of West Asia conflict in CCS meet, Pg14

Prime Minister Modi chairs CCS meeting, assessing West Asia conflict's impact on India's energy security, supply chains, and citizen welfare.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

31 Jul, 2026

PM reviews impact of West Asia conflict in CCS meet, Pg14

Prime Minister Modi chairs CCS meeting, assessing West Asia conflict's impact on India's energy security, supply chains, and citizen welfare.

31 Jul, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Have fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice?, Pg11

Fast-track courts struggle with massive backlogs and resource deficits, raising questions about their effectiveness in ensuring speedy justice.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

31 Jul, 2026

Have fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice?, Pg11

Fast-track courts struggle with massive backlogs and resource deficits, raising questions about their effectiveness in ensuring speedy justice.

31 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

Clearance In Reverse, Pg10

Supreme Court's order on post-facto environmental clearances undermines India's EIA regime, converting environmental harm into a mere financial transaction, critics warn.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

31 Jul, 2026

Clearance In Reverse, Pg10

Supreme Court's order on post-facto environmental clearances undermines India's EIA regime, converting environmental harm into a mere financial transaction, critics warn.

31 Jul, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

Delhi court initiates first-ever trial in absentia against absconding gangster Kapil Sangwan under the new Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

30 Jul, 2026

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

Delhi court initiates first-ever trial in absentia against absconding gangster Kapil Sangwan under the new Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

30 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Amid Opp protest, LS passes Bill to increase number of SC judges, Pg6

Amid Opp protest, LS passes Bill to increase number of SC judges, Pg6

Live-in relationship a reality, law on cruelty to partner applies: SC, Pg1

Live-in relationship a reality, law on cruelty to partner applies: SC, Pg1

Domestic cruelty rules cover live-in couples: SC, Pg12

Domestic cruelty rules cover live-in couples: SC, Pg12

Top court asks govt. to ensure safe footpaths, Pg12

Top court asks govt. to ensure safe footpaths, Pg12

Lok Sabha passes SC judges Bill without any discussion, Pg10

Lok Sabha passes SC judges Bill without any discussion, Pg10

Proof Of Life, Pg6

Proof Of Life, Pg6

3.9 lakh cases pending, Centre tells states to set up special courts for drug crimes, Pg3

3.9 lakh cases pending, Centre tells states to set up special courts for drug crimes, Pg3

Analysing the SC’s judgment on sex work, Pg7

Analysing the SC’s judgment on sex work, Pg7

What does the new Bill to prevent exam fraud say?, Pg16

What does the new Bill to prevent exam fraud say?, Pg16

Over 3,000 serving officers move SC against CAPF Act, Pg13

Over 3,000 serving officers move SC against CAPF Act, Pg13

Amendment to paper leak Bill gets assent from President, Pg11

Amendment to paper leak Bill gets assent from President, Pg11

Force of Law, Pg6

Force of Law, Pg6

Stronger Law, Safer Exams: India Tightens the Noose on Paper Leaks

Stronger Law, Safer Exams: India Tightens the Noose on Paper Leaks

Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice (DISHA) 2.0 Scheme Aims at Leveraging Technology to Develop and Enhance the Outreach of People Friendly Solution Platforms for Legal Services

Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice (DISHA) 2.0 Scheme Aims at Leveraging Technology to Develop and Enhance the Outreach of People Friendly Solution Platforms for Legal Services

SC strikes balance on ecology, public interest, Pg10

SC strikes balance on ecology, public interest, Pg10

Centre defends CEC panel without CJI, Pg14

Centre defends CEC panel without CJI, Pg14

PM reviews impact of West Asia conflict in CCS meet, Pg14

PM reviews impact of West Asia conflict in CCS meet, Pg14

Have fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice?, Pg11

Have fast-track courts delivered on the promise of speedy justice?, Pg11

Clearance In Reverse, Pg10

Clearance In Reverse, Pg10

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

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