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Tue, 21 July 2026 Read as newspaper →
- Supreme Court Recognizes Right to Safe Footpaths as Fundamental Right Under Articles 19(1)(d) and 21
The Supreme Court ruled that walking on demarcated footpaths is a fundamental right under Articles 19(1)(d) and 21, directing States and UTs to frame policies f
Mon, 20 July 2026 Read as newspaper →
- Delhi HC on Citizen's Right to Choose Medical Treatment: Constitutional and Governance Implications
Delhi High Court refused activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife's plea to shift him from Safdarjung Hospital to a private facility, highlighting tensions between state
- Delhi Police Denies Permit for CJP's Parliament March Amid Health Concerns Over Sonam Wangchuk
Delhi Police denied permission for the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) planned march to Parliament citing security concerns, while activist Sonam Wangchuk's heal
- Delhi Police imposes Section 163 BNSS ahead of Parliament march: Legal and governance implications
Delhi Police invoked Section 163 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) to prohibit assemblies near Parliament ahead of CJP's protest march, highlighting
- Delhi Police's Removal of Sonam Wangchuk: Governance and Right to Protest Under Scrutiny
Delhi Police executed a covert operation to remove environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk from Jantar Mantar during his hunger strike, raising questions about pr
- Delimitation Debate: Congress Advocates for Extending 1971 Census Freeze to Preserve Federal Balance
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh urged DMK and TDP to uphold their legacy of ensuring fairness in delimitation, advocating for extending the 1971 Census freeze unt
- India's Dual Milestones in Space and Sustainable Transport: Vikram-1 Launch and Hydrogen Train Debut
India achieved two significant technological milestones with the successful launch of Vikram-1, its first privately developed orbital launch vehicle, and the in
- Israel's Haredi Military Exemption Law: Implications for Social Cohesion and National Security
Israel's Parliament has passed a law exempting Haredi (ultra-Orthodox Jewish) men from military service, reigniting debates on social equity and national securi
- Kerala's school holiday for FIFA World Cup final highlights state's unique cultural governance approach
Kerala declared a holiday for schools to allow students to watch the FIFA World Cup final, demonstrating the state's responsive governance to cultural preferenc
- Lok Sabha Speaker Recognizes Shiv Sena Merger and TMC Rebel MPs: Implications for Anti-Defection Law
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla approved the merger of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs with the Eknath Shinde-led faction and allotted separate seating for 20 rebel TMC MPs,
- Lok Sabha Speaker's Approval of Shiv Sena MPs Merger Sparks Anti-Defection Law Debate
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla approved the merger of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs with the Eknath Shinde-led faction, triggering a legal challenge from Uddhav Thackeray
- NEET Paper Leak Protests and Governance Crisis in Medical Education
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan faced renewed protests over NEET-UG paper leaks while meeting the exam topper, as police cracked down on activists demandi
- PLI Scheme for Food Processing Sector: Success Spurs Plans for Next Phase
The government is considering a new incentive framework for the food processing sector, building on the success of the current PLI scheme which has exceeded inv
- Sonam Wangchuk's Hunger Strike and CJP Protest: Governance and Right to Protest Under Scrutiny
Activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike demanding education reforms and accountability enters a critical phase as political leaders engage, while the Cockroach
- Supreme Court Re-examines Two-Child Norm for Panchayat Elections Amid Declining Fertility Rates
The Supreme Court questioned the continued relevance of laws disqualifying candidates with more than two children from panchayat elections, citing India's decli
Sun, 19 July 2026 Read as newspaper →
- Arunachal Pradesh's Decade of Governance: Lessons in Border Development and Institutional Reforms
Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu outlines 10 governance lessons from his decade-long tenure, emphasizing border infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and i
- Evolution of US Political Parties: Lessons for Democratic Governance and Party Systems
The 250-year evolution of US political parties from factions to mass organizations offers critical insights into democratic governance, party systems, and the c
- India's Economic Growth Outlook Amid Geopolitical and Monsoon Uncertainties
India's Q1 growth data release coincides with geopolitical tensions and monsoon variability, raising concerns about maintaining 7% GDP growth crucial for its 20
- India's Inflation Indices Reveal Consumption Slowdown and China Dependence
June's CPI, WPI, and PPI data show rising inflation driven by food and fuel prices, while core inflation remains subdued, indicating weak consumption growth and
- Inflation Breaches RBI Target Amid Food Price Surge and Export Shifts
Retail inflation rose to 4.4% in June 2026, exceeding RBI's 4% target due to food and fuel price hikes, while geopolitical tensions triggered a reorientation of
- Opposition Rallies Behind Sonam Wangchuk's Hunger Strike: Governance Crisis in Education System
Opposition leaders across parties extended support to activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike demanding education reforms, highlighting systemic governance fail
- Private Space Sector Milestone: Vikram-1 Achieves India's First Private Orbital Launch
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 successfully completed India's first private orbital launch, marking a transformative shift in the country's space sector and demon
- Ram Temple Trust CEO Recruitment: Governance and Administrative Reforms in Religious Institutions
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is appointing its first CEO to enhance financial oversight and administrative efficiency, with retired bureaucrats
- Speaker Recognizes Shiv Sena Merger and TMC Rebel MPs: Implications for Parliamentary Procedures
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla approved the merger of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs with the Eknath Shinde-led faction and separate seating for 20 rebel TMC MPs, altering
- UK's Labour Party Leadership Transition: Implications for India-UK Relations and Global Governance
Andy Burnham is set to become UK's 59th Prime Minister, with his Labour government likely to pursue reindustrialization, migration control, and potential Brexit
- Vikram-1 Launch Marks India's Private Space Sector Milestone Under IN-SPACe Reforms
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle, successfully launched from Sriharikota, demonstrating the impact of 2020
Sat, 18 July 2026 Read as newspaper →
- AI and Economic Liberalisation: Structural Challenges for India's Workforce and Governance
The article critiques India's post-1991 economic liberalisation model, highlighting how AI exacerbates existing inequalities and job precarity for Generation Z,
- China's Global Governance Initiative Challenges India's Strategic Preparedness
China's white paper on global governance proposes a new international order, testing India's capacity for anticipatory statecraft in domains like AI, climate go
- Congress Engages with Sonam Wangchuk's Protest: Historical Context and Current Political Dynamics
Congress MP Pawan Khera met activist Sonam Wangchuk during his hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, invoking a 1984 precedent where Indira Gandhi intervened in a sim
- Delimitation Bill Debate: Opposition Demands All-Party Consultation on Constitutional Amendment
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has urged PM Modi to convene an all-party meeting before reintroducing the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, whic
- ISRO Tightens Resignation Norms Amid Scientist Exodus: Governance and Human Resource Challenges
The Department of Space has tightened voluntary retirement and resignation norms for ISRO scientists amid reports of over 100 resignations, highlighting human r
- Monsoon Session Legislative Agenda: Key Bills on FCRA, Education, and Tax Reforms
The government plans to table seven bills in the upcoming Monsoon Session, including amendments to FCRA, education reforms, and tax laws, while facing oppositio
- Opposition Unity Tested Over Delimitation Bill and Governance Issues in Parliament Session
The Congress announced strong opposition to Constitution amendment bills on delimitation and ministerial removals, while raising public interest issues like NEE
- Parliamentary Opposition Weakens as BJP Faces Procedural Challenges in Governance
The BJP government's failure to pass the women's reservation bill due to lack of a two-thirds majority highlights shifting opposition dynamics and emerging gove
- PM Modi's Infrastructure Push in Punjab: Governance and Electoral Dynamics
PM Modi inaugurated rail and road projects worth ₹5,470 crore in Punjab, emphasizing central government's development focus despite BJP's absence in state power
- Private Investment in Education: Governance Challenges and Policy Imperatives
The article critiques India's ideological resistance to private investment in education, arguing for pragmatic reforms to address supply constraints, quality is
- Supreme Court Restricts SIR Data Usage to Electoral Purposes Only
The Supreme Court ruled that Special Intensive Revision (SIR) data cannot be used for non-electoral purposes like food security or caste certifications, upholdi
- Urban Parking Crisis: Governance Challenges and Right to Public Space
The Supreme Court's recent judgment on the right to walk highlights the urban parking crisis, where free parking on public land exacerbates congestion and confl
Fri, 17 July 2026 Read as newspaper →
- Delimitation Bill Debate: Opposition Demands Amendments to Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill
The government plans to introduce the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill to increase Lok Sabha seats to 850, sparking Opposition demands for amendments to ensu
- Education Reforms Urged Amid Sonam Wangchuk's Hunger Strike: Governance and Demographic Dividend at Stake
Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite hunger strike highlights systemic failures in India's education system, calling for urgent reforms to realize the demographic divide
- Election Commission's Readiness for 'One Nation One Election' Sparks Constitutional and Governance Debate
The Election Commission has informed a parliamentary panel it can conduct simultaneous Lok Sabha and state assembly elections with six months' notice, reignitin
- Impersonation of Government Officials Exposes Systemic Vulnerabilities in Public Trust
The arrest of a retired IAS officer's son for impersonating IPS, RAW, and Army officers to defraud citizens highlights systemic vulnerabilities in public trust
- Janata Party Government Collapse (1979): Constitutional Reforms and Political Fragmentation
The fall of India's first non-Congress government in 1979 marked a turning point in Indian politics, leading to significant constitutional amendments that resto
- Ladakh's Proposed Hill Councils Spark Debate on Decentralization vs. Political Representation
The Ladakh administration's plan to establish seven Autonomous Hill Development Councils (AHDCs) has triggered a political debate over decentralization versus u
- NEET UG 2026 Results Highlight Gender Parity and Regional Representation in Medical Admissions
The National Testing Agency announced NEET UG 2026 results with 11.21 lakh qualifiers, showcasing 58% women representation and pan-India participation, reflecti
- NEET UG 2026 Results Highlight Gender Parity and Regional Representation in Medical Education
The National Testing Agency (NTA) declared NEET UG 2026 results with 11.21 lakh qualifiers, showcasing 58% women representation and regional diversity in medica
- NEET UG 2026 Results Highlight Governance Challenges in Medical Education
The National Testing Agency declared NEET UG 2026 results with 11.25 lakh qualifiers, including 58% women, following a re-exam necessitated by paper leak allega
- Patchy Monsoon Impacts Kharif Crops and Food Inflation: Governance and Agricultural Challenges
Uneven monsoon distribution across India threatens kharif crop yields, particularly pulses and oilseeds, while driving up food prices, highlighting vulnerabilit
- Rath Yatra 2026: Governance and Cultural Significance Amid Heavy Rains in Puri
Despite 200 mm rainfall, Puri's Rath Yatra proceeded with massive security and logistical arrangements, showcasing India's cultural heritage and administrative
- Supreme Court Scrutinizes CBSE's Digital Evaluation System Governance
The Supreme Court directed the Centre and CBSE to report remedial measures for glitches in the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system, highlighting governance concerns