Union State Relations and Federal Structure Current Affairs for UPSC

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Govt to merge agri schemes, link funds to state reforms, Pg9

Agriculture Ministry proposes merging Krishonnati Yojana, NMNF, and NBHM into PM-RKVY with ₹1.75 lakh crore outlay, linking funds to state reforms.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

12 Jan, 2026

Govt to merge agri schemes, link funds to state reforms, Pg9

Agriculture Ministry proposes merging Krishonnati Yojana, NMNF, and NBHM into PM-RKVY with ₹1.75 lakh crore outlay, linking funds to state reforms.

12 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

States flag revenue loss after GST cuts, erosion of fiscal powers, Pg13

States voice concerns over revenue losses post-GST rationalization, demand greater fiscal autonomy and equitable Centre-State funding during pre-budget meet.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

11 Jan, 2026

States flag revenue loss after GST cuts, erosion of fiscal powers, Pg13

States voice concerns over revenue losses post-GST rationalization, demand greater fiscal autonomy and equitable Centre-State funding during pre-budget meet.

11 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Money Laundering and its Prevention Accountability and Ethical Governance

Enforcement directives, Pg6

ED raids on I-PAC spark political row; Mamata Banerjee alleges BJP vendetta before West Bengal elections.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Money Laundering and its Prevention Accountability and Ethical Governance

10 Jan, 2026

Enforcement directives, Pg6

ED raids on I-PAC spark political row; Mamata Banerjee alleges BJP vendetta before West Bengal elections.

10 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers, Pg10

States demand GSDP-based central fund allocation for fair tax devolution, challenging current Finance Commission formulas favouring equity over contribution.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

9 Jan, 2026

GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers, Pg10

States demand GSDP-based central fund allocation for fair tax devolution, challenging current Finance Commission formulas favouring equity over contribution.

9 Jan, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Ladakh's high-powered panel to reconvene in 'last part of January', Pg12

Ladakh High-Powered Committee reconvenes to address statehood, Sixth Schedule inclusion, and constitutional safeguards for the region.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

9 Jan, 2026

Ladakh's high-powered panel to reconvene in 'last part of January', Pg12

Ladakh High-Powered Committee reconvenes to address statehood, Sixth Schedule inclusion, and constitutional safeguards for the region.

9 Jan, 2026

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

The middle path, Pg6

Tamil Nadu introduces Assured Pension Scheme, balancing electoral promises with fiscal prudence amidst debt concerns and revenue growth challenges.

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

8 Jan, 2026

The middle path, Pg6

Tamil Nadu introduces Assured Pension Scheme, balancing electoral promises with fiscal prudence amidst debt concerns and revenue growth challenges.

8 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

A 2026 wish for criticism that improves policy, protects reform, Pg9

Minister urges constructive criticism for policy improvement, highlighting India's progress in poverty reduction, financial inclusion, and infrastructure development.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

8 Jan, 2026

A 2026 wish for criticism that improves policy, protects reform, Pg9

Minister urges constructive criticism for policy improvement, highlighting India's progress in poverty reduction, financial inclusion, and infrastructure development.

8 Jan, 2026

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

A central law to protect Amaravati, Pg9

Andhra Pradesh government seeks central law to protect Amaravati as capital, amending AP Reorganisation Act 2014.

Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization Union State Relations and Federal Structure Parliament and State Legislatures

7 Jan, 2026

A central law to protect Amaravati, Pg9

Andhra Pradesh government seeks central law to protect Amaravati as capital, amending AP Reorganisation Act 2014.

7 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

‘New era of fiscal prudence’: Delhi can now get loans from open market, Pg4

RBI empowers Delhi government with direct market borrowing access, ending reliance on costly NSSF loans for capital expenditure.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

6 Jan, 2026

‘New era of fiscal prudence’: Delhi can now get loans from open market, Pg4

RBI empowers Delhi government with direct market borrowing access, ending reliance on costly NSSF loans for capital expenditure.

6 Jan, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

To make the new law work, evaluate MGNREGA honestly, Pg12

MGNREGA's impact varies across states due to funding gaps and administrative issues, hindering its effectiveness as a safety net.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

6 Jan, 2026

To make the new law work, evaluate MGNREGA honestly, Pg12

MGNREGA's impact varies across states due to funding gaps and administrative issues, hindering its effectiveness as a safety net.

6 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

Going forward, much depends on states' room for spending, Pg10

States' fiscal deficit, welfare schemes, and capital spending are analyzed, highlighting the role of central government loans and Finance Commission recommendations.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

5 Jan, 2026

Going forward, much depends on states' room for spending, Pg10

States' fiscal deficit, welfare schemes, and capital spending are analyzed, highlighting the role of central government loans and Finance Commission recommendations.

5 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

For Centre & state finances, a reckoning, Pg10

Rising fiscal deficits and debt levels threaten states' financial stability, potentially crowding out private investment and hindering economic growth by 2026.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

5 Jan, 2026

For Centre & state finances, a reckoning, Pg10

Rising fiscal deficits and debt levels threaten states' financial stability, potentially crowding out private investment and hindering economic growth by 2026.

5 Jan, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Fake demand under MGNREGS won’t be entertained: govt., Pg11

Government assures parliamentary panel of addressing 'fake demand' under MGNREGS during transition to VB – G RAM G Act.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

30 Dec, 2025

Fake demand under MGNREGS won’t be entertained: govt., Pg11

Government assures parliamentary panel of addressing 'fake demand' under MGNREGS during transition to VB – G RAM G Act.

30 Dec, 2025

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

The good news is, lower-income states are catching up, Pg8

Lower-income states like UP, Rajasthan, and Bihar exhibit faster growth post-pandemic due to increased public capital expenditure.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

26 Dec, 2025

The good news is, lower-income states are catching up, Pg8

Lower-income states like UP, Rajasthan, and Bihar exhibit faster growth post-pandemic due to increased public capital expenditure.

26 Dec, 2025

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Cenre tells States to ‘enforce’ apex court orders on Aravalis, Pg1

Centre directs States to enforce SC orders on Aravali mining, tasks ICFRE with sustainable mining management plan, no deadline specified.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

25 Dec, 2025

Cenre tells States to ‘enforce’ apex court orders on Aravalis, Pg1

Centre directs States to enforce SC orders on Aravali mining, tasks ICFRE with sustainable mining management plan, no deadline specified.

25 Dec, 2025

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

What is the Bureau of Port Security and its role?, Pg12

Centre establishes Bureau of Port Security (BoPS) under Merchant Shipping Act 2025 to enhance maritime security and address emerging threats.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

25 Dec, 2025

What is the Bureau of Port Security and its role?, Pg12

Centre establishes Bureau of Port Security (BoPS) under Merchant Shipping Act 2025 to enhance maritime security and address emerging threats.

25 Dec, 2025

Art Forms Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

An attack on progressive cinema, Pg11

Censor board denies exemption to 19 films at Kerala Film Festival, sparking controversy over freedom of expression and government control.

Art Forms Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

25 Dec, 2025

An attack on progressive cinema, Pg11

Censor board denies exemption to 19 films at Kerala Film Festival, sparking controversy over freedom of expression and government control.

25 Dec, 2025

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

New labour codes, the threats to informal workers, Pg10

New Labour Codes threaten informal workers' rights, repealing vital protections and welfare funds, impacting over 90% of India's workforce.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

25 Dec, 2025

New labour codes, the threats to informal workers, Pg10

New Labour Codes threaten informal workers' rights, repealing vital protections and welfare funds, impacting over 90% of India's workforce.

25 Dec, 2025

Inclusive Growth Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

The deliberate unmaking of India’s ‘right to work’, Pg10

Government repeals MGNREGA, replacing it with VB-G RAM G Act, 2025, shifting from demand-driven to supply-driven employment framework, raising concerns over rural livelihoods.

Inclusive Growth Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

25 Dec, 2025

The deliberate unmaking of India’s ‘right to work’, Pg10

Government repeals MGNREGA, replacing it with VB-G RAM G Act, 2025, shifting from demand-driven to supply-driven employment framework, raising concerns over rural livelihoods.

25 Dec, 2025

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

The VB-G RAM G Act 2025 fixes structural gaps, Pg6

Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, enhances employment guarantee to 125 days, strengthening rural livelihoods.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

24 Dec, 2025

The VB-G RAM G Act 2025 fixes structural gaps, Pg6

Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, enhances employment guarantee to 125 days, strengthening rural livelihoods.

24 Dec, 2025

Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Govt to merge agri schemes, link funds to state reforms, Pg9

Govt to merge agri schemes, link funds to state reforms, Pg9

States flag revenue loss after GST cuts, erosion of fiscal powers, Pg13

States flag revenue loss after GST cuts, erosion of fiscal powers, Pg13

​Enforcement directives, Pg6

​Enforcement directives, Pg6

GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers, Pg10

GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers, Pg10

Ladakh's high-powered panel to reconvene in 'last part of January', Pg12

Ladakh's high-powered panel to reconvene in 'last part of January', Pg12

The middle path, Pg6

The middle path, Pg6

A 2026 wish for criticism that improves policy, protects reform, Pg9

A 2026 wish for criticism that improves policy, protects reform, Pg9

A central law to protect Amaravati, Pg9

A central law to protect Amaravati, Pg9

‘New era of fiscal prudence’: Delhi can now get loans from open market, Pg4

‘New era of fiscal prudence’: Delhi can now get loans from open market, Pg4

To make the new law work, evaluate MGNREGA honestly, Pg12

To make the new law work, evaluate MGNREGA honestly, Pg12

Going forward, much depends on states' room for spending, Pg10

Going forward, much depends on states' room for spending, Pg10

For Centre & state finances, a reckoning, Pg10

For Centre & state finances, a reckoning, Pg10

Fake demand under MGNREGS won’t be entertained: govt., Pg11

Fake demand under MGNREGS won’t be entertained: govt., Pg11

The good news is, lower-income states are catching up, Pg8

The good news is, lower-income states are catching up, Pg8

Cenre tells States to ‘enforce’ apex court orders on Aravalis, Pg1

Cenre tells States to ‘enforce’ apex court orders on Aravalis, Pg1

What is the Bureau of Port Security and its role?, Pg12

What is the Bureau of Port Security and its role?, Pg12

An attack on progressive cinema, Pg11

An attack on progressive cinema, Pg11

New labour codes, the threats to informal workers, Pg10

New labour codes, the threats to informal workers, Pg10

The deliberate unmaking of India’s ‘right to work’, Pg10

The deliberate unmaking of India’s ‘right to work’, Pg10

The VB-G RAM G Act 2025 fixes structural gaps, Pg6

The VB-G RAM G Act 2025 fixes structural gaps, Pg6

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