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Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Vulnerable Sections

SC issues notice on plea seeking lawyer access during inquiry, Pg10

Supreme Court addresses petition seeking lawyer access during inquiry, reinforcing Article 20(3) rights against self-incrimination during investigation.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms Vulnerable Sections

16 Oct, 2025

SC issues notice on plea seeking lawyer access during inquiry, Pg10

Supreme Court addresses petition seeking lawyer access during inquiry, reinforcing Article 20(3) rights against self-incrimination during investigation.

16 Oct, 2025

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections

Bengal second-lowest in convictions for crimes against women, Pg7

West Bengal's conviction rate for crimes against women is second-lowest at 5%, with highest acquittals and pending cases.

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections

16 Oct, 2025

Bengal second-lowest in convictions for crimes against women, Pg7

West Bengal's conviction rate for crimes against women is second-lowest at 5%, with highest acquittals and pending cases.

16 Oct, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

EPFO clarifies: Can immediately withdraw up to 75% if unemployed; 100% if jobless for 1 yr, Pg13.

EPFO eases withdrawal norms: 75% withdrawal immediately upon job loss, full amount after one year of unemployment.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

16 Oct, 2025

EPFO clarifies: Can immediately withdraw up to 75% if unemployed; 100% if jobless for 1 yr, Pg13.

EPFO eases withdrawal norms: 75% withdrawal immediately upon job loss, full amount after one year of unemployment.

16 Oct, 2025

Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Government Budgeting

USING SAFETY NET, Pg10.

EPFO eases withdrawal rules, allowing multiple withdrawals and streamlining categories for enhanced member flexibility and liquidity during financial needs.

Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Government Budgeting

16 Oct, 2025

USING SAFETY NET, Pg10.

EPFO eases withdrawal rules, allowing multiple withdrawals and streamlining categories for enhanced member flexibility and liquidity during financial needs.

16 Oct, 2025

Vulnerable Sections E Governance

Appoint nodal officers to trace missing children: SC, Pg14

Supreme Court mandates nodal officers for missing children cases, directs Mission Vatsalya portal integration for swift action and better coordination.

Vulnerable Sections E Governance

15 Oct, 2025

Appoint nodal officers to trace missing children: SC, Pg14

Supreme Court mandates nodal officers for missing children cases, directs Mission Vatsalya portal integration for swift action and better coordination.

15 Oct, 2025

Vulnerable Sections Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

Major setback to Maoist party as ideological head surrenders, Pg1.

Maoist movement suffers major blow as top leader Sonu surrenders with 60 cadres in Maharashtra, signaling potential collapse.

Vulnerable Sections Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

15 Oct, 2025

Major setback to Maoist party as ideological head surrenders, Pg1.

Maoist movement suffers major blow as top leader Sonu surrenders with 60 cadres in Maharashtra, signaling potential collapse.

15 Oct, 2025

Population and Associated Issues Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

Studying the twinning rate, Pg13.

Indian twin birth rates to decline by 10.5% by 2100, but will still account for 23.4% globally.

Population and Associated Issues Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

15 Oct, 2025

Studying the twinning rate, Pg13.

Indian twin birth rates to decline by 10.5% by 2100, but will still account for 23.4% globally.

15 Oct, 2025

Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Vulnerable Sections Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Snow leopards are the world’s least genetically diverse big cat, Pg2

Snow leopards exhibit lowest genetic diversity among big cats, posing adaptation challenges amidst climate change and habitat loss in Asian mountains.

Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Vulnerable Sections Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

14 Oct, 2025

Snow leopards are the world’s least genetically diverse big cat, Pg2

Snow leopards exhibit lowest genetic diversity among big cats, posing adaptation challenges amidst climate change and habitat loss in Asian mountains.

14 Oct, 2025

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Hike in PF pension under consideration of Cabinet: Minister, Pg12

Cabinet considers hiking minimum PF pension; EPFO simplifies withdrawal norms, enhancing ease of living for EPF members.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

14 Oct, 2025

Hike in PF pension under consideration of Cabinet: Minister, Pg12

Cabinet considers hiking minimum PF pension; EPFO simplifies withdrawal norms, enhancing ease of living for EPF members.

14 Oct, 2025

Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and Issues Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Vulnerable Sections

The need to address caste-based atrocities, Pg7

NCRB data reveals rise in caste-based atrocities; experts call for stronger enforcement and social reforms to address persistent discrimination.

Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and Issues Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Vulnerable Sections

14 Oct, 2025

The need to address caste-based atrocities, Pg7

NCRB data reveals rise in caste-based atrocities; experts call for stronger enforcement and social reforms to address persistent discrimination.

14 Oct, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance Government Budgeting

EPFO reforms rules, Pg2.

EPFO eases withdrawal rules, allowing more frequent access to funds while ensuring retirement corpus; digital transformation and Vishwas scheme launched.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance Government Budgeting

14 Oct, 2025

EPFO reforms rules, Pg2.

EPFO eases withdrawal rules, allowing more frequent access to funds while ensuring retirement corpus; digital transformation and Vishwas scheme launched.

14 Oct, 2025

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections E Governance

Do cash transfers build women’s agency?, Pg7

Cash transfers empower women, yet digital divide and patriarchal norms hinder financial independence despite increased bank account ownership and DBT schemes.

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections E Governance

13 Oct, 2025

Do cash transfers build women’s agency?, Pg7

Cash transfers empower women, yet digital divide and patriarchal norms hinder financial independence despite increased bank account ownership and DBT schemes.

13 Oct, 2025

Constitutional Bodies Vulnerable Sections

Scheduled Caste panel brings out a ‘checklist’ to reject complaints, Pg8

NCSC introduces 'checklist' for complaint rejection, aiming to reduce pendency and filter non-SC grievances, raising concerns about access to justice.

Constitutional Bodies Vulnerable Sections

12 Oct, 2025

Scheduled Caste panel brings out a ‘checklist’ to reject complaints, Pg8

NCSC introduces 'checklist' for complaint rejection, aiming to reduce pendency and filter non-SC grievances, raising concerns about access to justice.

12 Oct, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

Crime patterns, Pg8

NCRB 2023 reveals 28.8% surge in crimes against STs, 31.2% cybercrime increase, and 14.9% spike in dowry deaths.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

11 Oct, 2025

Crime patterns, Pg8

NCRB 2023 reveals 28.8% surge in crimes against STs, 31.2% cybercrime increase, and 14.9% spike in dowry deaths.

11 Oct, 2025

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Vulnerable Sections

Are women deciding Assembly elections?, Pg11

Political parties increasingly target women as a distinct vote bank through welfare schemes, but challenges remain in ensuring genuine empowerment.

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Vulnerable Sections

10 Oct, 2025

Are women deciding Assembly elections?, Pg11

Political parties increasingly target women as a distinct vote bank through welfare schemes, but challenges remain in ensuring genuine empowerment.

10 Oct, 2025

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

India needs a unified mental health response, Pg10

India's mental health crisis deepens: 70-92% treatment gap, workforce shortage, and $1 trillion economic loss by 2030.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

10 Oct, 2025

India needs a unified mental health response, Pg10

India's mental health crisis deepens: 70-92% treatment gap, workforce shortage, and $1 trillion economic loss by 2030.

10 Oct, 2025

Women and Women's Organizations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Draft labour policy unites social security schemes, Pg12

Draft National Labour Policy proposes universal social security by integrating EPFO, ESIC, PMJAY, e-SHRAM, aiming for 'One Nation Integrated Workforce'.

9 Oct, 2025

Draft labour policy unites social security schemes, Pg12

Draft National Labour Policy proposes universal social security by integrating EPFO, ESIC, PMJAY, e-SHRAM, aiming for 'One Nation Integrated Workforce'.

9 Oct, 2025

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Vulnerable Sections