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Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Yes and no, Pg6

New report exposes India's grassroots democracy crisis, revealing Gram Sabhas reduced to clearinghouses and state bypassing PESA rights, fueling rural alienation.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

2 Jul, 2026

Yes and no, Pg6

New report exposes India's grassroots democracy crisis, revealing Gram Sabhas reduced to clearinghouses and state bypassing PESA rights, fueling rural alienation.

2 Jul, 2026

Vulnerable Sections E Governance

New EPF Scheme notified: Most core provisions retained, Pg16

Centre notifies new EPF Scheme 2026, retaining core provisions, simplifying withdrawals, and aligning with Social Security Code 2020 for enhanced compliance.

Vulnerable Sections E Governance

2 Jul, 2026

New EPF Scheme notified: Most core provisions retained, Pg16

Centre notifies new EPF Scheme 2026, retaining core provisions, simplifying withdrawals, and aligning with Social Security Code 2020 for enhanced compliance.

2 Jul, 2026

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Vulnerable Sections Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

‘Killing of Palestinian children part of larger plan for genocide’, Pg14

UN Commission alleges Israeli forces systematically target Palestinian children, killing over 20,000 since October 7, as part of a larger genocide plan, demanding international accountability.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Vulnerable Sections Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

1 Jul, 2026

‘Killing of Palestinian children part of larger plan for genocide’, Pg14

UN Commission alleges Israeli forces systematically target Palestinian children, killing over 20,000 since October 7, as part of a larger genocide plan, demanding international accountability.

1 Jul, 2026

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

Year after UMEED, waqf database shows 11% applications rejected, a third from UP, Pg15

UMEED portal rejects 11% of Waqf property applications, leaving 88,571 properties in limbo; Uttar Pradesh leads with 36% of rejections, raising concerns.

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

1 Jul, 2026

Year after UMEED, waqf database shows 11% applications rejected, a third from UP, Pg15

UMEED portal rejects 11% of Waqf property applications, leaving 88,571 properties in limbo; Uttar Pradesh leads with 36% of rejections, raising concerns.

1 Jul, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector E Governance

Govt. launches platform to track maternal, child health, Pg14

Union Minister Amit Shah launches PM-FCT digital platform for real-time tracking of maternal, child health, nutrition, and welfare, piloted in Gujarat.

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector E Governance

30 Jun, 2026

Govt. launches platform to track maternal, child health, Pg14

Union Minister Amit Shah launches PM-FCT digital platform for real-time tracking of maternal, child health, nutrition, and welfare, piloted in Gujarat.

30 Jun, 2026

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

Why are States opposing VB-G RAM G, Pg14

States oppose new VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme replacing MGNREGA, citing 40% financial burden and centralisation of power, sparking federalism concerns.

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

30 Jun, 2026

Why are States opposing VB-G RAM G, Pg14

States oppose new VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme replacing MGNREGA, citing 40% financial burden and centralisation of power, sparking federalism concerns.

30 Jun, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

Has RBI changed the rules for scam compensation?, Pg10

RBI mandates new scam compensation rules, effective 2027, offering victims up to ₹25,000 for digital fraud and cyberattacks, amending 2017 circular.

Vulnerable Sections Basics of Cyber Security

30 Jun, 2026

Has RBI changed the rules for scam compensation?, Pg10

RBI mandates new scam compensation rules, effective 2027, offering victims up to ₹25,000 for digital fraud and cyberattacks, amending 2017 circular.

30 Jun, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

Caught in the middle, Pg8

India, caught between Golden Crescent and Golden Triangle, battles surging drug trafficking via drones and darknet, demanding urgent policy shift from seizures to rehabilitation.

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

30 Jun, 2026

Caught in the middle, Pg8

India, caught between Golden Crescent and Golden Triangle, battles surging drug trafficking via drones and darknet, demanding urgent policy shift from seizures to rehabilitation.

30 Jun, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance

Govt. launches portal for auditing of rural schemes, Pg11

Union Minister launches AI-powered 'Rural Internal Audit Portal' to boost transparency and accountability in rural schemes, addressing past MGNREGA irregularities.

Vulnerable Sections Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability E Governance

29 Jun, 2026

Govt. launches portal for auditing of rural schemes, Pg11

Union Minister launches AI-powered 'Rural Internal Audit Portal' to boost transparency and accountability in rural schemes, addressing past MGNREGA irregularities.

29 Jun, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector E Governance

New Anaemia Mukt Bharat norms seek early action, Pg12

Health Ministry revamps Anaemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, adding low birth weight babies and digital tracking for early, comprehensive intervention.

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector E Governance

29 Jun, 2026

New Anaemia Mukt Bharat norms seek early action, Pg12

Health Ministry revamps Anaemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, adding low birth weight babies and digital tracking for early, comprehensive intervention.

29 Jun, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector Education Sector

How schools can tackle adolescent malnutrition, Pg7

NFHS-6 exposes India's adolescent malnutrition crisis, a double burden of stunting and rising obesity; schools emerge as critical battlegrounds for prevention and policy intervention.

Vulnerable Sections Health Sector Education Sector

29 Jun, 2026

How schools can tackle adolescent malnutrition, Pg7

NFHS-6 exposes India's adolescent malnutrition crisis, a double burden of stunting and rising obesity; schools emerge as critical battlegrounds for prevention and policy intervention.

29 Jun, 2026

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

Does dialling 112 help in all emergencies? Depends on state you live in, Pg15

Supreme Court mandates states to integrate all emergency helplines into 112 within three months, exposing widespread implementation failures since 2019 launch.

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

29 Jun, 2026

Does dialling 112 help in all emergencies? Depends on state you live in, Pg15

Supreme Court mandates states to integrate all emergency helplines into 112 within three months, exposing widespread implementation failures since 2019 launch.

29 Jun, 2026

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

States question VB-G RAM G financial burden, Pg1

BJP-ruled states and Punjab challenge new VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme, citing 40% state financial burden replacing MGNREGA from July 1.

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

28 Jun, 2026

States question VB-G RAM G financial burden, Pg1

BJP-ruled states and Punjab challenge new VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme, citing 40% state financial burden replacing MGNREGA from July 1.

28 Jun, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Public Distribution System Buffer Stocks and Food Security

NFSA amendments: 7 kg of foodgrains for a person, and maximum 35 kg for a household, Pg10

Union Food Ministry drafts NFSA amendments, proposing 7kg foodgrains per person for AAY, sparking controversy over potential reduced allocations and 'North-South divide'.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Public Distribution System Buffer Stocks and Food Security

27 Jun, 2026

NFSA amendments: 7 kg of foodgrains for a person, and maximum 35 kg for a household, Pg10

Union Food Ministry drafts NFSA amendments, proposing 7kg foodgrains per person for AAY, sparking controversy over potential reduced allocations and 'North-South divide'.

27 Jun, 2026

Inclusive Growth Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

The cracks beneath the peddled story of India’s growth, Pg6

Expert analysis exposes cracks in India's 'fastest-growing economy' narrative, citing deep structural weaknesses, import dependence, and weakening social safety nets amidst political diversions.

Inclusive Growth Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

27 Jun, 2026

The cracks beneath the peddled story of India’s growth, Pg6

Expert analysis exposes cracks in India's 'fastest-growing economy' narrative, citing deep structural weaknesses, import dependence, and weakening social safety nets amidst political diversions.

27 Jun, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

As home care needs rise, insurance gaps widen, Pg2

India's burgeoning elderly population faces a critical home care crisis, as insurance models fail to cover post-hospitalization needs, burdening families with lakhs in out-of-pocket expenses.

Population and Associated Issues Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

26 Jun, 2026

As home care needs rise, insurance gaps widen, Pg2

India's burgeoning elderly population faces a critical home care crisis, as insurance models fail to cover post-hospitalization needs, burdening families with lakhs in out-of-pocket expenses.

26 Jun, 2026

Vulnerable Sections Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Should Indian seafarers stop serving on sanctioned ships?, Pg9

Indian seafarers face grave risks on sanctioned vessels, sparking debate on India's diplomatic protection and the legality of unilateral sanctions under international law.

Vulnerable Sections Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

26 Jun, 2026

Should Indian seafarers stop serving on sanctioned ships?, Pg9

Indian seafarers face grave risks on sanctioned vessels, sparking debate on India's diplomatic protection and the legality of unilateral sanctions under international law.

26 Jun, 2026

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Vulnerable Sections

If passport is not proof of citizenship, what is, Pg12

MEA clarifies passports are travel documents, not standalone citizenship proof, sparking debate on India's complex legal framework and lack of universal certificate.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Parliament and State Legislatures Vulnerable Sections

26 Jun, 2026

If passport is not proof of citizenship, what is, Pg12

MEA clarifies passports are travel documents, not standalone citizenship proof, sparking debate on India's complex legal framework and lack of universal certificate.

26 Jun, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

Sustaining India’s low-fertility future, Pg9

India's TFR plummets to 1.9, below replacement, sparking an aging population crisis demanding robust social security and portable welfare for migrants.

Population and Associated Issues Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Health Sector

25 Jun, 2026

Sustaining India’s low-fertility future, Pg9

India's TFR plummets to 1.9, below replacement, sparking an aging population crisis demanding robust social security and portable welfare for migrants.

25 Jun, 2026

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