Why in the News ? The Viksit Bharat — Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025 is yet to be implemented as the Union Rural Development Ministry continues consultations with States. Key rules, allocation formulas, and administrative requirements are still under preparation. Implementation Challenges of the New Rural Employment Act: Key Policy Issues…
Why in the News ? Rumours of shipping disruptions due to the Israel–Iran conflict have led to panic selling of shrimp and seafood by aquaculture farmers in Andhra Pradesh. Farmers fear export delays, causing them to harvest early and sell produce at significantly lower domestic prices. Panic Selling Among Aquaculture Farmers: Importance of Aquaculture Exports…
Why in the News ? The Indian Railways has introduced the SHINE (Sexual Harassment Incident Notification for Empowerment) app to enable women employees to report workplace harassment digitally. The initiative was launched on 8 March, marking International Women’s Day (IWD), strengthening mechanisms for safe and secure workplaces and advancing women’s rights and gender equality. SHINE…
Why in the News ? The Andhra Pradesh government has introduced a Draft Population Management Policy aimed at addressing the State’s declining fertility rate and ageing population. The policy shifts focus from traditional population control to population management, with incentives to encourage childbirth while promoting gender equality and equal rights for all citizens. Andhra Pradesh’s…
Why in the News ? The U.S. Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), ruling that tariff powers lie with Congress. The judgment clarifies limits on presidential trade authority and strengthens legislative oversight, reinforcing principles of equal justice and access to justice in constitutional…
Why in the News ? Debate has emerged over the 16th Finance Commission’s recommendations on urban local body (ULB) funding, as transfers to cities remain extremely low despite urban centres generating a large share of India’s GDP and government revenues, raising concerns about fiscal autonomy and federalism. Limited Fiscal Transfers to Urban Local Bodies: Performance…
Why in the News ? The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, has approved a major reshuffle of Governors and Lieutenant Governors across several States and Union Territories. The appointments include changes in Telangana, Maharashtra, Bihar, Nagaland, West Bengal, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, and Ladakh, reflecting the government’s commitment to constitutional governance and equal rights in administrative…
Why in the News ? The Andhra Pradesh government has introduced a Draft Population Management Policy to address the State’s declining Total Fertility Rate (TFR). The policy, aligned with broader gender equality objectives and women’s rights initiatives, proposes financial incentives and welfare support for families having a third child to stabilise population growth and workforce…
Why in the News ? Ahead of International Women’s Day celebrated on 8 March, the Tamil Nadu government has launched the Tamil Nadu Women Entrepreneur Empowerment Scheme (TWEES) to promote women-led entrepreneurship and advance women’s rights in economic participation. This women’s day initiative by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, who also inaugurated multiple infrastructure, skill development,…
Why in the News ? A recent analysis of the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study 1990–2023, published in the journal Metabolism, shows that India and China carry the highest metabolic disease burden in the Asia-Pacific region, highlighting the urgent need for stronger public health prevention strategies. Rising Metabolic Disease Burden in India: Key Causes…