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Wed, 29 July 2026 Read as newspaper →
- Assam NRC Stalemate: Constitutional and Governance Challenges in Citizenship Verification
Seven years after Assam's final NRC publication, the process remains incomplete with no identity cards issued to included individuals and no rejection slips pro
- Karnataka HC Clarifies Scope of Marital Cruelty Under Section 498A IPC (Now BNS Section 85)
The Karnataka High Court questioned whether domestic chores like preparing dosas and dietary restrictions constitute marital cruelty under Section 498A IPC (now
- Lok Sabha Debates Anti-Paper Leak Bill Amid Opposition Criticism of Punitive Focus
The Lok Sabha discussed the Public Examinations Amendment Bill targeting paper leaks, with Opposition MPs arguing that punitive measures alone are insufficient
- Ministerial Accountability in Governance: Education Minister's Resignation Sets Precedent
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation amid NEET paper leak protests highlights the principle of ministerial accountability in democratic gov
- NEET Paper Leaks and Structural Issues in Public Examinations: Governance Challenges
The NDA government introduced the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 to combat paper leaks with stricter penalties, but systemic issues i
- Parliament Debates Examination Reforms: Calls to End High-Stress Single-Test Model
Shashi Tharoor advocated for moving away from single high-stress examinations in Lok Sabha, sparking debates on education reform and governance during the Monso
- Police Action on CJP Protest Raises Questions on Graded Force Use and Protest Rights
Delhi Police defended their use of force during the Cockroach Janta Party's unauthorized march to Parliament, citing repeated warnings and barricade breaches, w
- Political Accountability in Education Governance: Rahul Gandhi Criticizes BJP's Welcome to Ex-Education Minister
Rahul Gandhi condemned BJP's grand welcome to former Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, calling it a celebration of systemic failures in India's education s
- Supreme Court Scrutinizes Police Detentions During Student Protests: Constitutional Rights at Stake
The Supreme Court has intervened in cases alleging illegal detentions by Delhi and Bihar police during student protests against exam paper leaks, highlighting v
- Tigers Outside Tiger Reserves (TOTR) Initiative: Balancing Conservation and Human-Wildlife Coexistence
India's successful tiger conservation has led to 35-40% of tigers now living outside protected areas, prompting the launch of the TOTR initiative to manage huma
Tue, 28 July 2026 Read as newspaper →
- Anti-Paper Leak Bill Introduced in Parliament: Stricter Penalties and Fast-Track Courts for Exam Malpractices
The government introduced the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in Lok Sabha to combat paper leaks in competitive exams, pro
- Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation and BJP's Response: Governance Crisis in Education System
Former Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned amid NEET-UG paper leak protests, receiving a rousing welcome from BJP MPs, highlighting political account
- Employment Elasticity and AI Disruption: Economic Reforms Needed for India's Youth Workforce
The article highlights the urgent need for structural economic reforms to address India's unemployment crisis, emphasizing employment elasticity and the disrupt
- NEET Paper Leak Case: Fast-Track Court Proceedings Highlight Governance Challenges in Public Examinations
The first hearing in the NEET paper leak case before a designated fast-track court was adjourned due to the absence of CBI counsel, underscoring systemic delays
- NEET Protests Highlight Governance Crisis in Examination System and Media Safety Concerns
BJP criticized selective outrage over journalist attacks during NEET protests, while Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned amid growing demands for acc
- Parliament Monsoon Session Adjourned Amid Opposition Protests: Anti-Paper Leak Bill Delayed
The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned due to Opposition protests, delaying the introduction of the anti-paper leak Bill and amendments to the Supreme Cou
- Parliament Monsoon Session: Opposition Demands Accountability for NEET Protest Crackdown and Anti-Paper Leak Bill
Opposition parties are pushing for a discussion on alleged excessive force against NEET protesters while the government introduces a bill to strengthen anti-pap
- RBI Approves Polymer Banknote Trials for ₹10 and ₹20 Denomination
The RBI has proposed printing 1 billion polymer banknotes each for ₹10 and ₹20 denominations for field trials, aiming to assess durability and security, with no
- Student Protests Force Education Minister Resignation: Governance Crisis in Examination System
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following massive student protests over examination paper leaks, marking a significant governance challenge in In
Mon, 27 July 2026 Read as newspaper →
- Amendments to Public Examinations Act Introduce Stricter Penalties and Fast-Track Courts for Paper Leak Cases
The government proposes amendments to the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, introducing harsher penalties, fast-track courts, and time
- Assam Citizenship Crisis: Foreigners' Tribunal Ruling Highlights Legal and Humanitarian Challenges
Aminul Hoque's citizenship denial by Assam's Foreigners' Tribunal despite submitting 15 documents underscores systemic issues in implementing the Assam Accord a
- Education Minister Resigns Amid NEET Protests: Governance Crisis in Examination System
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following massive student protests over NEET-UG paper leaks, marking a significant governance challenge in
- Govt revises battery PLI norms for grid-scale storage, prioritizes efficiency over density
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has eased bidding norms and reduced subsidies under the PLI scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) battery storage, shifting
- India-UK CETA Trade Pact: Implications for Exports, Services, and MSMEs
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) has come into effect, offering duty-free access for 99.5% of Indian exports and expanding service
- Indus Waters Treaty Reassessment: India's Strategic Response to Hydrological Changes and Pakistan's Terrorism
India has placed the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in abeyance since April 2025 citing Pakistan's cross-border terrorism, while highlighting outdated hydrological p
- Parliament Clash Over Police Action and Exam Reforms Bill: Governance and Right to Protest Debate
Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi demands accountability from Home Minister Amit Shah over alleged pellet gun use on student protesters, while the government intro
- SC Judge Criticizes Arbitrary Arrests Under BNS, Upholds Right to Peaceful Protest
Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan condemned the arrest of Muslim students for eating chicken biryani on the Ganga, highlighting misuse of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhi
- Taliban's Opium Ban Fallout: Geopolitical and Economic Implications for Regional Security
The Taliban's 2022 opium ban led to a 95% cultivation drop but failed to reduce heroin availability due to strategic stockpiling, revealing complex narco-econom
Sun, 26 July 2026 Read as newspaper →
- Centre Seeks SC Interpretation of Water Disputes Act for Retired Judges on Tribunals
The Union government has approached the Supreme Court for a 'purposive' interpretation of the Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956, to allow retired judge
- CJP Demands Education Minister's Resignation Over NEET Paper Leak: Governance Crisis in Examination System
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has escalated demands for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over NEET-UG paper leaks, highlighting systemic g
- Education Minister Resigns Amid Exam Paper Leak Protests: Governance Crisis in Examination System
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following nationwide protests over NEET-UG paper leaks, highlighting systemic governance failures in India'
- Education Minister Resigns Amid NEET Protests: Governance Crisis in Examination System
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following massive student protests over NEET paper leaks, highlighting systemic governance failures in India's ex
- Education Minister Resigns Amid NEET Protests: Governance Crisis in Examination System
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following widespread student protests over NEET-UG paper leaks, marking a significant governance challenge in Ind
- Education Minister Resigns Amid NEET Protests: Governance Crisis in Examination System
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following nationwide protests over NEET paper leaks, marking a significant governance challenge in India's examin
- Governance Crisis in Education: BJP Veteran MM Joshi Critiques Handling of Student Protests
BJP veteran MM Joshi criticized the government's use of force against student protesters and welcomed Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, highl
- Governance Crisis in Student Protests: Alleged Pellet Gun Use Sparks Constitutional Debate
Rahul Gandhi accused Home Minister Amit Shah of authorizing pellet gun use on student protesters, highlighting governance failures in handling demonstrations an
- India's Economic and Geopolitical Challenges Echo 1991 Crisis with New Complexities
India faces a renewed economic and geopolitical challenge similar to the 1991 crisis, with added complexities in manufacturing, critical minerals, chips, and AI
- Rampur University Demolition Order Sparks Governance and Minority Rights Debate
The Rampur Development Authority ordered demolition of 38 buildings in Mohammad Ali Jauhar University citing illegal construction, sparking student protests and
Sat, 25 July 2026 Read as newspaper →
- Alleged Pellet Gun Use on Student Protesters: Governance and Right to Protest Under Scrutiny
Rahul Gandhi accused the government of using pellet guns on student protesters at Jantar Mantar, highlighting governance failures in handling peaceful demonstra
- CJP Protests Escalate: Governance Crisis in Education and Right to Protest
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has submitted non-negotiable demands to the government, including the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and N
- Cybersecurity Whistleblower Joins CJP Protest: Governance and Examination Reforms in Focus
Nisarga Adhikary, the ethical hacker who exposed vulnerabilities in CBSE's exam portal, joined the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar, amplif
- FCRA Regulations Impede Scientific Research Collaboration in India
The Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) is hindering India's scientific research ecosystem by restricting international collaborations and funding, despi
- Governance Crisis in Education: Bureaucratic Reshuffle Amid NEET Paper Leak Protests
The Centre removed Higher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi amid mounting criticism over NEET-UG paper leaks, highlighting systemic governance failures in India'
- Government Announces Anti-Paper Leak Bill Amid NEET Protests and Governance Reforms
PM Modi announced a new bill with stringent punishments for paper leaks, while activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day fast after government assurances, highli
- Government Offers NEET Paper Leak Debate in Parliament Amid Opposition Protests
The government has agreed to discuss the NEET paper leak issue in Parliament as per the Opposition's demands, while ruling out the resignation of Education Mini
- Houthi Red Sea blockade disrupts India's oil imports via Suez Canal, raising energy security concerns
Houthi militia's blockade of Bab el-Mandeb Strait has forced Saudi oil shipments to India to reroute via Suez Canal and Cape of Good Hope, increasing freight co
- LPG Tanker Attack in Iran Waters: Maritime Security and Indian Seafarer Safety Concerns
A Mozambique-flagged LPG tanker with 28 Indian crew members was attacked in Iranian waters, highlighting escalating risks to Indian seafarers amid the US-Iran c
- NTA Overhaul: 47 Officials Sacked Amid Examination Reforms and Student Protests
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has terminated 47 officials as part of a major overhaul following paper leak controversies, with the Union Cabinet approving t
- Paper Leak Controversy: Governance Crisis in Examination System and Right to Protest
Opposition leaders criticized PM Modi's video addressing paper leak reforms as inadequate, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation amid na
- Proposed Fast-Track Courts for Paper Leak Cases: Governance and Judicial Reforms
The Centre has proposed a new law to address examination paper leaks, featuring fast-track courts for speedy trials and time-bound investigations, aiming to res