Union State Relations and Federal Structure

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Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
15 Jun, 2026

Ladakh agreement hits roadblock over 'key omissions' in fine print, Pg9

Ladakh agreement hits roadblock as MHA omits crucial clauses on elected administration's powers and Article 371 safeguards, sparking fresh concerns.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
14 Jun, 2026

Why an Assam-Nagaland pact raises hopes of higher oil & gas output from Northeast, Pg13

Union, Assam, Nagaland ink pact to resume oil/gas exploration in disputed border, targeting tenfold output increase and boosting national energy security.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable SectionsGovernment Budgeting
13 Jun, 2026

Equality of treatment for Persons with Disabilities, Pg8

Experts advocate Minimum Universal Disability Pension Floor Rate for India's 4.5 crore PwDs, urging uniform national support to ensure dignity and economic inclusion.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal Structure
12 Jun, 2026

Should India incentivise bigger families?, Pg9

Andhra Pradesh offers cash for more children as India's TFR drops to 1.9, sparking debate on population incentives, federalism, and demographic shifts.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
11 Jun, 2026

Negotiating federalism in higher education, Pg9

Centre-State tensions intensify in higher education over NEP 2020, regulatory control, and funding, highlighting India's evolving federal architecture.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
9 Jun, 2026

Ayushman may cover beneficiaries of Bengal's Swasthya Sathi; state govt set to bear full cost, Pg8

West Bengal to onboard 2.45 crore Swasthya Sathi beneficiaries onto Ayushman Bharat, state government fully funding premium for national hospital access.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment BudgetingMoney Laundering and its Prevention
7 Jun, 2026

Why did SC back curbs on online gaming?, Pg13

Supreme Court upholds 28% GST on online gaming and state bans, impacting industry and raising questions on legislative competence.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
5 Jun, 2026

Funding India’s climate future, a trillion-dollar question, Pg8

India needs $10.1 trillion for 2070 net-zero, demanding urgent RBI action, green finance, and a robust climate taxonomy to bridge the massive funding gap.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineUnion State Relations and Federal StructureParliament and State Legislatures
1 Jun, 2026

Govt seeks to bring back delimitation Bill, push joint polls by 2029, Pg3

Government seeks to revive Delimitation Bill and push 'One Nation, One Election' by 2029 amid political realignment efforts.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
30 May, 2026

Fertiliser Policy: Why Centre And States Need Better Alignment,Pg12

India's fertiliser challenge is no longer merely about availability; it is about achieving balanced nutrient use, healthy soils and sustainable agricultural growth.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
29 May, 2026

PM calls for cooperative resolution of water disputes, Pg12

PM Modi urges states to resolve water disputes cooperatively, citing Ken-Betwa project as a model for integrated water management.

Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationIndian Society and Diversity of IndiaUnion State Relations and Federal Structure
29 May, 2026

How plurality and democracy go hand in hand, Pg9

Kerala elections highlight linguistic and land issues in border regions, revealing the importance of plurality in a democracy.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
28 May, 2026

VB-G RAM G rules: What changes as scheme set to replace NREGS, Pg17

VB-G RAM G Act, 2025 to replace MGNREGA from July 1st, shifting funding burden to states.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment Budgeting
26 May, 2026

Finance Commission transfers and equity issue, Pg6

16th Finance Commission retains 41% state share, emphasizes equity; Southern states' share rises marginally amid fiscal disparity concerns.

Women and Women's OrganizationsPopulation and Associated IssuesPoverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal Structure
26 May, 2026

​Baby bait, Pg6

Andhra Pradesh proposes incentives for larger families amid falling fertility rates, raising concerns about socio-economic impacts and ecological sustainability.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable Sections
24 May, 2026

Big, poor States to get higher funds under govt.’s new rural jobs scheme, Pg9

Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G) draft rules prioritize funding for larger, poorer states using 16th Finance Commission formula.

Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationUnion State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels
23 May, 2026

Centre promised more legislative powers for Ladakh, says delegation, Pg9

Centre proposes legislative powers for Ladakh within UT framework, considering Article 371 safeguards after talks with civil society.

Inclusive GrowthUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
23 May, 2026

VB-G RAM G: States to get funds based on finance panel model, Pg8

Centre to allocate VB-G RAM G funds using 16th Finance Commission's formula, shifting from MGNREGA's funding model.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
22 May, 2026

Should the NEET-UG be decentralised?, Pg9

NEET-UG controversy reignites debate on decentralization, fairness, and systemic reforms amidst allegations of paper leaks and administrative lapses.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
22 May, 2026

Ladakh seeks belonging through representation, Pg8

Ladakh demands legislature for self-governance, rejecting administrative decentralization as insufficient representation and questioning government's broken promises of constitutional safeguards.

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