Current Affair Category: Social Justice

Why in news? The Centre has granted in-principle approval to the NPPA to allow a price increase for two essential chemotherapy drugs: Cisplatin and Carboplatin. This move, executed under Para 19 of the Drugs (Prices Control) Order (DPCO), aims to resolve a nationwide supply crunch that has disrupted cancer treatment protocols at major hospitals. The […]

Why in News? The International Labour Organization remains a critical entity in 2026 as global economies grapple with the transition to green energy, the integration of Artificial Intelligence in the workplace, and the ongoing need for fair wages in the face of persistent inflation. Discussions frequently center on the Just Transition framework and the protection […]

Why in News? Recent data (Sample Registration System Statistical Report 2024) indicates that India’s Total Fertility Rate (TFR) has fallen to 1.9, placing it below the replacement level of 2.1 for the first time. This marks a major demographic shift, moving India from concerns of “population explosion” to the reality of slowing growth and long-term […]

Launched by: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). Objective: To identify, nurture, and scale grassroots innovations and early-stage entrepreneurship. Focus Areas: Tier-2/Tier-3 cities, aspirational districts, and rural areas. Vision: To shift India from “Made in India” to “Imagined in India” by fostering indigenous technologies. Key Stakeholders & Implementation: Lead Ministry: MSDE. Implementation Agency: National […]

Why in News? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by the Prime Minister, has approved the 4-laning of two critical National Highway sections in Telangana to improve regional connectivity, reduce congestion, and enhance logistics efficiency under the PM GatiShakti framework. Key Project Highlights: Project Scope: Widening 190.76 km of roads across two sections: […]

Why in news ? The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and the Ministry of Jal Shakti have jointly launched the “MAHA Water Mission” to catalyze innovation in the water sector. Objective of ANRF: ANRF is democratizing research funding by breaking the monopoly of established institutions. It aims to expand opportunities for startups, MSMEs, universities, and […]

A group called the Janjati Suraksha Manch (JSM) is demanding that any Adivasi who has converted to Christianity should be “delisted.” What does “Delisted” mean? It means they want the government to remove these people from the official list of Scheduled Tribes. The Consequence: If they are removed from the list, they would no longer […]

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has released the findings of the NFHS-6 (2023-24). The survey covered nearly 6.79 lakh households across 715 districts, providing a granular view of India’s demographic and health transition. Key Performance Indicators (Successes): The survey indicates a positive trajectory in critical health parameters, reflecting the impact of targeted national […]

Why in News? Under the nationwide Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) initiative, Raipur (Chhattisgarh) has successfully institutionalized community-led rainwater harvesting. The city has completed the installation of 32,000 groundwater recharge structures in 2025, positioning itself as a leading model for urban water resilience in India. Major Urban Water Issues in India: Rapid Urbanization & Concretization: […]

Why in News? The Ministry of Panchayati Raj conducted a three-day ‘Training of Trainers’ (ToT) programme on “Freedom from Violence: Capacity Building of Elected Women Representatives on Legal Provisions for the Safety and Security of Women” in New Delhi. Key Points: Objective: To strengthen women’s safety, legal awareness, gender sensitivity, and institutional response mechanisms at […]