Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Current Affairs for UPSC

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Environmental Impact Assessment

Retrospective green nod: SC strikes down Centre's order, opens window for exception, Pg1

Supreme Court strikes down Centre's 2021 order on retrospective environmental clearance, affirming government's power to grant exceptions under 1986 Act for public interest.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Environmental Impact Assessment

30 Jul, 2026

Retrospective green nod: SC strikes down Centre's order, opens window for exception, Pg1

Supreme Court strikes down Centre's 2021 order on retrospective environmental clearance, affirming government's power to grant exceptions under 1986 Act for public interest.

30 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

SC Restricts ‘Retrospective’ Environmental Clearances, Pg1

Supreme Court quashes 2021 OM, barring 'retrospective' environmental clearances and asserting administrative instructions cannot alter environmental checks.

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

30 Jul, 2026

SC Restricts ‘Retrospective’ Environmental Clearances, Pg1

Supreme Court quashes 2021 OM, barring 'retrospective' environmental clearances and asserting administrative instructions cannot alter environmental checks.

30 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Strict regulations govern the use of sophisticated arms at protests, Pg16

Bihar Police suspends constable for unauthorized AK-47 firing during protest, igniting debate on police weapon protocols under new BNSS and state manuals.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

29 Jul, 2026

Strict regulations govern the use of sophisticated arms at protests, Pg16

Bihar Police suspends constable for unauthorized AK-47 firing during protest, igniting debate on police weapon protocols under new BNSS and state manuals.

29 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

Over 70% of police back immunity for using force, Pg7

Over 70% of police personnel endorse immunity for using force, revealing institutional disregard for due process and human rights, raising serious governance concerns.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

29 Jul, 2026

Over 70% of police back immunity for using force, Pg7

Over 70% of police personnel endorse immunity for using force, revealing institutional disregard for due process and human rights, raising serious governance concerns.

29 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Role of Civil Services in a Democracy Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

Reading the street — lessons from Jantar Mantar for the police, Pg13

Jantar Mantar protests reveal critical policing gaps; experts urge Delhi Police to revamp crowd control, social media intelligence, and pre-emptive political engagement for future demonstrations.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Role of Civil Services in a Democracy Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

27 Jul, 2026

Reading the street — lessons from Jantar Mantar for the police, Pg13

Jantar Mantar protests reveal critical policing gaps; experts urge Delhi Police to revamp crowd control, social media intelligence, and pre-emptive political engagement for future demonstrations.

27 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

Youth at the vanguard, Pg6

Union Education Minister resigns after massive youth protests over exam paper leaks, challenging government's authority and highlighting governance failures.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector

27 Jul, 2026

Youth at the vanguard, Pg6

Union Education Minister resigns after massive youth protests over exam paper leaks, challenging government's authority and highlighting governance failures.

27 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector IT and Computers

'Safeguard essential': Top court on withholding children's Aadhaar details under APAAR scheme, Pg8

Supreme Court mandates pan-India opt-out for children's Aadhaar details in APAAR scheme, upholding privacy and informed consent under DPDP Act.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Education Sector IT and Computers

26 Jul, 2026

'Safeguard essential': Top court on withholding children's Aadhaar details under APAAR scheme, Pg8

Supreme Court mandates pan-India opt-out for children's Aadhaar details in APAAR scheme, upholding privacy and informed consent under DPDP Act.

26 Jul, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Education Sector

Jantar Mantar is heard, Pradhan is out, Pg1

Youth-led 'Cockroach Janta Party' forces Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, demonstrating online activism's power in two months.

Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations Education Sector

26 Jul, 2026

Jantar Mantar is heard, Pradhan is out, Pg1

Youth-led 'Cockroach Janta Party' forces Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, demonstrating online activism's power in two months.

26 Jul, 2026

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

Centre Launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 Crore Outlay to Expand Technology-Driven Access to Justice Across India.

Centre launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 crore outlay, leveraging AI and technology to expand pan-India access to justice by 2031.

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

26 Jul, 2026

Centre Launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 Crore Outlay to Expand Technology-Driven Access to Justice Across India.

Centre launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 crore outlay, leveraging AI and technology to expand pan-India access to justice by 2031.

26 Jul, 2026

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

Government Strengthens Digital Justice and Legal Aid Infrastructure Across Odisha Under eCourts and Tele-Law Initiatives

Union Government injects substantial funds to expand digital justice and legal aid infrastructure across Odisha, leveraging eCourts, Tele-Law, and NALSA for enhanced access.

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

26 Jul, 2026

Government Strengthens Digital Justice and Legal Aid Infrastructure Across Odisha Under eCourts and Tele-Law Initiatives

Union Government injects substantial funds to expand digital justice and legal aid infrastructure across Odisha, leveraging eCourts, Tele-Law, and NALSA for enhanced access.

26 Jul, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

Eight Constitution Amendments Enacted in the Last Twelve Years, Government Informs Parliament

Government informs Parliament about eight significant constitutional amendments enacted in the last twelve years, impacting judiciary, economy, and social justice.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections

26 Jul, 2026

Eight Constitution Amendments Enacted in the Last Twelve Years, Government Informs Parliament

Government informs Parliament about eight significant constitutional amendments enacted in the last twelve years, impacting judiciary, economy, and social justice.

26 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

Government Strengthens Nationwide Implementation of New Criminal Laws Through Training, Technology and Judicial Reforms

India implements new criminal laws (BNS, BNSS, BSA) nationwide from July 1, 2024, bolstering justice system through extensive training, technology integration, and judicial reforms.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance

26 Jul, 2026

Government Strengthens Nationwide Implementation of New Criminal Laws Through Training, Technology and Judicial Reforms

India implements new criminal laws (BNS, BNSS, BSA) nationwide from July 1, 2024, bolstering justice system through extensive training, technology integration, and judicial reforms.

26 Jul, 2026

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

Will monitor NEET overhaul steps, take those extra miles: SC, Pg8

Supreme Court pledges rigorous oversight of NEET reforms, pushing for institutional overhaul and data security amidst paper leak concerns.

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

25 Jul, 2026

Will monitor NEET overhaul steps, take those extra miles: SC, Pg8

Supreme Court pledges rigorous oversight of NEET reforms, pushing for institutional overhaul and data security amidst paper leak concerns.

25 Jul, 2026

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

PM promise, Sonam step back, show the way, Pg13

Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike as Centre pledges fast-track courts and tougher laws against exam paper leaks, sparking calls for deeper education reforms.

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

25 Jul, 2026

PM promise, Sonam step back, show the way, Pg13

Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike as Centre pledges fast-track courts and tougher laws against exam paper leaks, sparking calls for deeper education reforms.

25 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

SC bars court hearing clips on social media without approval, Pg3

Supreme Court issues interim order banning unapproved social media sharing of courtroom proceedings, citing misuse and undermining public trust, while exempting news reporting.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

25 Jul, 2026

SC bars court hearing clips on social media without approval, Pg3

Supreme Court issues interim order banning unapproved social media sharing of courtroom proceedings, citing misuse and undermining public trust, while exempting news reporting.

25 Jul, 2026

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

SC seeks Centre’s response on NEET reforms, Pg11

Supreme Court demands Centre's detailed roadmap for NEET overhaul, focusing on computer-based testing and robust cybersecurity measures to prevent future leaks.

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

25 Jul, 2026

SC seeks Centre’s response on NEET reforms, Pg11

Supreme Court demands Centre's detailed roadmap for NEET overhaul, focusing on computer-based testing and robust cybersecurity measures to prevent future leaks.

25 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

SC prohibits unauthorised recording, monetisation of court videos on social media, Pg12

Supreme Court prohibits unauthorized extraction, monetisation of livestreamed court proceedings on digital platforms to uphold judicial sanctity and prevent trivialisation.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

25 Jul, 2026

SC prohibits unauthorised recording, monetisation of court videos on social media, Pg12

Supreme Court prohibits unauthorized extraction, monetisation of livestreamed court proceedings on digital platforms to uphold judicial sanctity and prevent trivialisation.

25 Jul, 2026

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

Over 2 lakh cases pending in fast-track courts, says Centre, Pg10

Over 2.45 lakh cases burden Fast Track Special Courts, including POCSO, despite PM's call for speedy trials, Law Ministry reveals in Parliament.

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

25 Jul, 2026

Over 2 lakh cases pending in fast-track courts, says Centre, Pg10

Over 2.45 lakh cases burden Fast Track Special Courts, including POCSO, despite PM's call for speedy trials, Law Ministry reveals in Parliament.

25 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

Caught on camera, Pg6

Videos reveal Delhi Police's brutal force and sexual assaults on student protesters; Supreme Court to investigate excesses.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

25 Jul, 2026

Caught on camera, Pg6

Videos reveal Delhi Police's brutal force and sexual assaults on student protesters; Supreme Court to investigate excesses.

25 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

Peaceful protest is a Constitutional right': 140 Bombay HC lawyers condemn police action, Pg8

140 Bombay HC lawyers condemn Mumbai Police's prohibitory orders, citing constitutional right to peaceful protest and mass detentions.

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

24 Jul, 2026

Peaceful protest is a Constitutional right': 140 Bombay HC lawyers condemn police action, Pg8

140 Bombay HC lawyers condemn Mumbai Police's prohibitory orders, citing constitutional right to peaceful protest and mass detentions.

24 Jul, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Retrospective green nod: SC strikes down Centre's order, opens window for exception, Pg1

Retrospective green nod: SC strikes down Centre's order, opens window for exception, Pg1

SC Restricts ‘Retrospective’ Environmental Clearances, Pg1

SC Restricts ‘Retrospective’ Environmental Clearances, Pg1

Strict regulations govern the use of sophisticated arms at protests, Pg16

Strict regulations govern the use of sophisticated arms at protests, Pg16

Over 70% of police back immunity for using force, Pg7

Over 70% of police back immunity for using force, Pg7

Reading the street — lessons from Jantar Mantar for the police, Pg13

Reading the street — lessons from Jantar Mantar for the police, Pg13

Youth at the vanguard, Pg6

Youth at the vanguard, Pg6

'Safeguard essential': Top court on withholding children's Aadhaar details under APAAR scheme, Pg8

'Safeguard essential': Top court on withholding children's Aadhaar details under APAAR scheme, Pg8

Jantar Mantar is heard, Pradhan is out, Pg1

Jantar Mantar is heard, Pradhan is out, Pg1

Centre Launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 Crore Outlay to Expand Technology-Driven Access to Justice Across India.

Centre Launches DISHA 2.0 with ₹255 Crore Outlay to Expand Technology-Driven Access to Justice Across India.

Government Strengthens Digital Justice and Legal Aid Infrastructure Across Odisha Under eCourts and Tele-Law Initiatives

Government Strengthens Digital Justice and Legal Aid Infrastructure Across Odisha Under eCourts and Tele-Law Initiatives

Eight Constitution Amendments Enacted in the Last Twelve Years, Government Informs Parliament

Eight Constitution Amendments Enacted in the Last Twelve Years, Government Informs Parliament

Government Strengthens Nationwide Implementation of New Criminal Laws Through Training, Technology and Judicial Reforms

Government Strengthens Nationwide Implementation of New Criminal Laws Through Training, Technology and Judicial Reforms

Will monitor NEET overhaul steps, take those extra miles: SC, Pg8

Will monitor NEET overhaul steps, take those extra miles: SC, Pg8

PM promise, Sonam step back, show the way, Pg13

PM promise, Sonam step back, show the way, Pg13

SC bars court hearing clips on social media without approval, Pg3

SC bars court hearing clips on social media without approval, Pg3

SC seeks Centre’s response on NEET reforms, Pg11

SC seeks Centre’s response on NEET reforms, Pg11

SC prohibits unauthorised recording, monetisation of court videos on social media, Pg12

SC prohibits unauthorised recording, monetisation of court videos on social media, Pg12

Over 2 lakh cases pending in fast-track courts, says Centre, Pg10

Over 2 lakh cases pending in fast-track courts, says Centre, Pg10

Caught on camera, Pg6

Caught on camera, Pg6

Peaceful protest is a Constitutional right': 140 Bombay HC lawyers condemn police action, Pg8

Peaceful protest is a Constitutional right': 140 Bombay HC lawyers condemn police action, Pg8

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