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TB Elimination Programme: States, UTs to organise exclusive campaign

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has written to all the states and the Union Territories (UTs) to organise a 100-day intensified campaign on tuberculosis (TB). Read further on Dynamite News:

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Mike Johnson promises ‘massive’ healthcare changes if Trump wins

House speaker’s comments could help Kamala Harris who outpolls Trump on healthcare in battleground states

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Mamata walkout: Hindu points to NITI’s ‘structural issues’, Jansatta slams CM’s ‘uncertain position’

At the first NITI Aayog meeting of the NDA government last week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about the need for combined efforts of all states for a ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’.

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Centre asks States to not procure CCTVs from suppliers with history of security, data breaches

MHA advises avoiding CCTV suppliers with security breaches, following MeITY guidelines to safeguard data and privacy.

The Hindu

Centre releases curriculum framework for three to six-year-olds

The Central government has released curriculum advisable to be taught to children aged three to six-years-old, thus giving an impetus to pre-school learning in 14 lakh anganwadis across the country

The Hindu

The advent of a holistic approach to ‘one health’

Intersectoral topics such as ‘One Health’ require close engagement of not just different governmental agencies but also non-governmental organisations, academia, the private sector and citizens

The Hindu

This is not a ‘contest’, several States coming to court against Union, says Supreme Court

Supreme Court warns Union government against contesting with drought-hit Karnataka over relief funds, urging prompt action.

The Hindu

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Fiscal battle: On borrowings and Kerala’s suit

It is now up to the Supreme Court to determine how strict the Centre should be on borrowing limits and giving consent to hold States to their fiscal obligations without violating federal norms.

The Hindu

Should State Governments borrow more? | Explained

Debate over financial relations between Union and State governments in India, focusing on borrowing limits and spending priorities. Read more on The Hindu

The Hindu

ECI calls crucial meeting with top officials to review law and order on borders ahead of LS polls

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has called a crucial meeting on Wednesday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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The Kerala-Centre dispute over States’ borrowing powers | Explained

The Supreme Court declines interim relief to Kerala in its suit against the Centre pertaining to cap on borrowing. We explore the issues at stake and what the Court has said

The Hindu

Ceiling on net borrowing: SC reserves order on Kerala’s plea seeking interim relief

Supreme Court reserves order on Kerala government's plea against borrowing cap, citing financial autonomy and fiscal deficit concerns.

The Hindu

Need to bridge inter-State disparities and the inequality that exists in the delivery of services, says economist

Eminent economist M.A. Oommen has emphasised on the need to bridge inter-State disparities and the inequality that exists in the delivery of services like primary health care, primary education and essential commodities for the Indian federal structure to become truly cooperative, inclusive and democratic.

The Hindu

K.N. Balagopal hails SC decision allowing Kerala to borrow ₹13,600 crore despite Centre’s objections

Kerala Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal hails Supreme Court's decision allowing Kerala to borrow ₹13,600 crores as massive relief for the State.

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How states giving rights to fetuses could set up a national case on abortion

Fetal personhood made headlines recently when the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that embryos are "extrauterine children." The ruling raised questions across the country about fetal personhood.

Reason

The Modern Supreme Court Agrees With Chief Justice Chase: Trump Cannot Be Removed From The Presidential Ballot

From the outset of the litigation, Blackman & Tillman's argument was that Griffin's Case bars the relief sought by the Colorado voters.

The Hindu

Padhanotsavam, social audit to assess learning outcomes, to be held in Kerala schools

Thiruvananthapuram Padhanotsavam by Samagra Shiksha Kerala assesses learning outcomes, showcasing student talents and achievements in schools.

The Hindu

End caste, religion-based discrimination in prisons: Centre

Union Government addresses caste and religion-based discrimination in prisons, urging States to amend discriminatory provisions for equality.

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Are States getting funds they are entitled from the Centre?

Agitations by Kerala and Karnataka governments highlight fiscal federalism issues in India, urging 16th FC to address inequalities.

The Hindu

Land reforms included on top of the agenda in Modi government’s third term: Nirmala Sitharaman

Nirmala Sitharaman outlines Modi government's focus on comprehensive reforms in land, labor, capital, and digital infrastructure for economic growth.

The Hindu

What is the Supreme Court’s interim order on the Forest Act? | Explained

Forest Act: Supreme Court orders government to follow 1996 forest definition until final verdict, challenging Forest Conservation Act of 2023.

The Hindu

Calm assessment: On the extent of ‘deemed forest’

Only a handful of States have constituted expert committees to identify ‘deemed forests’ or made public the extent of such ‘deemed forests’ within their territories

The Hindu

Road map for fiscal consolidation

The Interim Budget for 2024-25 maintains tax rates and emphasizes increasing capital expenditures and fiscal correction.

The Hindu

The severe erosion of fiscal federalism

Borrowing restrictions in States provide an example of ‘annihilative federalism’

The Hindu

T.N. extends support to Kerala’s suit in Supreme Court seeking to retain fiscal autonomy

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister appreciates Kerala's move against Union government's attempts to stifle state governments over finances.

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