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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
3 Aug, 2026

Why does Kerala report a high leptospirosis burden?, Pg8

Kerala faces a high leptospirosis burden with 50 deaths in July, driven by unique environmental factors, late diagnosis, and poor compliance with prophylaxis.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
3 Aug, 2026

No Manual Scavengers Identified in Fresh Survey Conducted Under MS Act, 2013: Government

Government claims no manual scavengers identified in new survey under MS Act, 2013, while promoting NAMASTE scheme for sanitation workers' welfare.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
3 Aug, 2026

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launches ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’

PM Modi launches 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan', a 100-week national campaign to combat drug abuse among youth for a developed India.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsLinkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
2 Aug, 2026

Naxal-Free India

India declares itself Naxal-free by March 2026, ending a six-decade LWE insurgency through an integrated strategy of security operations, infrastructure development, and tribal welfare.

Inclusive GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
2 Aug, 2026

Powering India's Technological Self-Reliance: How VCF-SC Enabled a Scheduled Caste Entrepreneur to Build an Advanced Electronics Manufacturing Enterprise

SC entrepreneur Mallikharjuna Rao Yelisela's Smart-Waves Technologies secures ₹4.98 crore VCF-SC funding, establishing advanced electronics manufacturing, creating 128 jobs, boosting India's self-reliance.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
1 Aug, 2026

Western Ghats Conservation With Science And Dialogue, Pg6

Long-standing dispute over Ecologically Sensitive Area declaration in Western Ghats continues, involving expert panels, state opposition, and community concerns.

Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsEducation Sector
1 Aug, 2026

Gen Z’s voice must lead to a humane education system, Pg6

Gen Z demands a humane education system, urging multi-dimensional assessments and regulation of coaching to prevent student suicides and ensure fair opportunities.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE 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.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
31 Jul, 2026

TRIFED Procurement of MFP

TRIFED reports significant procurement and sales of tribal products under PMJVM, generating livelihoods but facing challenges with substantial unsold inventory.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
30 Jul, 2026

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

India abstains from ILO's binding global gig work law, leaving millions of platform workers without crucial rights and social security protections.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable SectionsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
30 Jul, 2026

FCRA Bill 2026, a threat to civil society organisations, Pg6

Controversial FCRA Bill 2026, listed for Monsoon Session, threatens civil society organizations with stringent foreign funding regulations and asset vesting.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsEducation SectorE Governance
30 Jul, 2026

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme offers collateral-free, guarantor-free education loans with interest subvention, ensuring equitable access to quality higher education for meritorious students.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
26 Jul, 2026

Why are there protests over the Ken-Betwa project?, Pg14

Tribal communities protest Ken-Betwa Link Project over displacement, rehabilitation flaws, and environmental threats to Panna Tiger Reserve.

Vulnerable SectionsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
26 Jul, 2026

Great Nicobar project ‘most fundamentally a commercial enterprise’: Jairam Ramesh, Pg9

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh exposes Great Nicobar project as a commercial real estate scheme, not strategic, threatening Shompen tribe and pristine ecology.

Inclusive GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersVulnerable Sections
26 Jul, 2026

Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme

SVEP drives rural entrepreneurship, empowering 4.32 lakh non-farm enterprises, with 86% beneficiaries from SC/ST/OBC/Minority communities, boosting local economies.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE 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.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE 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.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineParliament and State LegislaturesStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryVulnerable 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.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable 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.

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