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Insurance Policies Must Be Read Holistically: NCDRC Holds LIC Liable For Deficiency In Service
6 days, 12 hours ago

Insurance Policies Must Be Read Holistically: NCDRC Holds LIC Liable For Deficiency In Service

Live Law  

The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, presided by Justice A.P. Sahi and Dr. Inder Jit Singh held that insurance policies should be read inclusively to meet the reasonable expectations of the insured. Brief Facts of the Case The complainant's deceased son had a life insurance policy from Life Insurance Corporation/insurer. After examining the insurance policy clauses, it concluded that the …

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Supreme Court Seeks Actionplan To Implement Menstrual Hygiene Policy For School-going Girls
1 month, 1 week ago

Supreme Court Seeks Actionplan To Implement Menstrual Hygiene Policy For School-going Girls

Live Law  

The Supreme Court yesterday heard a petition seeking directions from the Union, the States and Union Territories for providing free sanitary pads to adolescent girl children from Classes 6-12 in all Government, Government-aided/unaided schools, and residential schools. It passed an order for further action by States and UTs after the Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati informed the Court that the …

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Donald Trump’s second term dream team: Who’s set to shape his next Cabinet?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump’s second term dream team: Who’s set to shape his next Cabinet?

Firstpost  

As Donald Trump prepares for a second term, his potential Cabinet selections offer a mix of loyal allies, former senior officials, and a few surprising names. United States Secretary of State Ric Grenell Trump’s former ambassador to Germany, Ric Grenell, earned praise for taking a firm stance on NATO allies and defense spending. Robert O’Brien Former National Security Advisor Robert …

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New National Health Policy for Wildlife: A Holistic Approach to Protecting Biodiversity and Human Health
1 month, 3 weeks ago

New National Health Policy for Wildlife: A Holistic Approach to Protecting Biodiversity and Human Health

Live Mint  

India is working on a new national health policy for its wildlife, focusing on both biodiversity conservation and the risk of zoonotic diseases. The policy will address wildlife health concerns, including habitat loss, climate change, and pollution, and will also address the risk of zoonotic diseases from animals to humans. The policy will be a comprehensive framework for safeguarding wildlife …

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The next-generation foreign policy of Kamala Harris
3 months, 2 weeks ago

The next-generation foreign policy of Kamala Harris

LA Times  

Vice President Kamala Harris spent nearly four years working alongside a U.S. president for whom foreign policy is a passion bordering on political religion — one rooted in Cold War memories and a largely unchallenged U.S. global dominance. Her government, she said, has “built and sustained alliances” that made the U.S. the most “powerful and prosperous” country on Earth — …

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Evolution of the health care policy framework in India
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Evolution of the health care policy framework in India

Hindustan Times  

This paper traces the history of the evolution of India’s health care policy framework, focusing on its major objectives, challenges faced, and outcomes emerged. The key themes prevalent across most of these policies and specific initiatives included: increasing public health spending and reducing out-of-pocket or catastrophic health spending; addressing rural-urban inequalities in healthcare; developing primary health care; and achieving universal …

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Government's Future Made in Australia plan criticised for 'vague and difficult to interpret' guidelines
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Government's Future Made in Australia plan criticised for 'vague and difficult to interpret' guidelines

ABC  

One of Australia's largest direct foreign investors is pressing the Albanese government to expand the use of gas in its $22.7 billion net zero industry plan, amid a growing row over how the scheme should balance support for workers and protect taxpayer funds. Dr Sims said the National Interest Framework was about "putting a lot of discipline around the Future …

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Chhattisgarh university to introduce menstrual leave policy for girl students
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Chhattisgarh university to introduce menstrual leave policy for girl students

Deccan Chronicle  

The Hidayatullah National Law University here has joined over a dozen other universities in the country to introduce a menstrual leave policy for its girl students. The HNLU-Menstrual Leave Policy reflects the university’s commitment to women students’ welfare and its proactive approach in addressing health-related issues, the release said. “The implementation of the MLP marks understanding and facilitating the special …

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NITI Aayog and policymaking: Explained
5 months ago

NITI Aayog and policymaking: Explained

The Hindu  

The story so far: After having introduced changes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Council of Ministers after the general elections, the National Democratic Alliance-led government on July 16 reconstituted the government think tank NITI Aayog. Prior to this, according to The Hindu Businessline, the NITI Aayog Vice President had served as a member on both the Economic Advisory Council to …

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Compulsory national service? Who do you think you’re kidding, Mr Sunak?
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Compulsory national service? Who do you think you’re kidding, Mr Sunak?

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. It’s the kind of policy that …

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New NEP Stresses on Innovation Through Education: Anurag Thakur
1 year ago

New NEP Stresses on Innovation Through Education: Anurag Thakur

News 18  

The new national education policy stresses on innovation through education, aligning with the government’s commitment to fostering a dynamic learning environment for the youth, Union Minister Anurag Thakur has said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s impactful initiatives such as the ’Pariksha Pe Charcha’ showcase his dedication to alleviating exam-related stress, and ensuring that the country’s youth is well-prepared for a prosperous …

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Menstrual Hygiene | Draft National Policy On Supply & Disposal Of Sanitary Napkins In Schools Ready: Union Govt Informs Supreme Court
1 year, 1 month ago

Menstrual Hygiene | Draft National Policy On Supply & Disposal Of Sanitary Napkins In Schools Ready: Union Govt Informs Supreme Court

Live Law  

On Monday, the Union Government informed the Supreme Court that a draft National Policy on menstrual hygiene for supply and safe disposal of sanitary napkins in schools has been formulated. The Union requested four weeks to gather public opinions on the policy from the bench comprising CJI DY Chandrachud, Justice JB Pardiwala, and Justice Manoj Misra. However, the Supreme Court, …

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Summons was leaked... to malign my image: Delhi CM Kejriwal writes to ED, skips questioning in excise policy scam case
1 year, 1 month ago

Summons was leaked... to malign my image: Delhi CM Kejriwal writes to ED, skips questioning in excise policy scam case

Firstpost  

Arvind Kejriwal told the ED that he will not appear for questioning and as a national convenor as well as a star campaigner of AAP he is ‘required to travel for campaigning and to provide political guidance’ to his field workers of the party Minutes before he was scheduled to appear before the Enforcement Directorate for questioning in a money …

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House committee chairman says Sen. Tuberville is ‘paralyzing’ the Pentagon by blocking promotions
1 year, 3 months ago

House committee chairman says Sen. Tuberville is ‘paralyzing’ the Pentagon by blocking promotions

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee is slamming a fellow Republican in the Senate for waging an unprecedented attempt to change Pentagon abortion policy by holding up hundreds of military nominations and promotions. Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Texas, told CNN’s “State of the Union” on Sunday that Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville is “paralyzing the Department of Defense.” …

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Explained | What is the National Medical Devices Policy, 2023?
1 year, 7 months ago

Explained | What is the National Medical Devices Policy, 2023?

The Hindu  

The story so far: On April 26, the Union Cabinet approved the National Medical Devices Policy, 2023. It is expected to help the domestic medical devices sector market grow from $11 billion to $50 billion by 2030 alongside achieving a 10-12% global market share over the next 25 years. To ensure a skilled workforce and create future ready MedTech human …

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Menstrual Hygiene | Supreme Court Directs Union Government To Frame National Policy On Free Sanitary Napkins & Safe Disposal Mechanisms In Schools
1 year, 8 months ago

Menstrual Hygiene | Supreme Court Directs Union Government To Frame National Policy On Free Sanitary Napkins & Safe Disposal Mechanisms In Schools

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Monday directed the central government to frame a National Policy on menstrual hygiene for school-going girls in the country. The bench comprising CJI DY Chandrachud, Justice PS Narasimha, and Justice JB Pardiwala stated that the said policy must ensure low cost sanitary napkins and safe disposal mechanisms of sanitary napkins in schools. All states and UTs …

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House panel suggests national policy on EVs
1 year, 9 months ago

House panel suggests national policy on EVs

Live Mint  

The parliamentary committee on estimates has recommended the government for formulation of a comprehensive national policy on electric vehicles. In its report on the ‘Evaluation of Electric Vehicle Policy’, the panel chaired by member of parliament Girish Bhalchandra Bapat noted that Centre had launched the National Electric Mobility Mission Plan 2020 in 2013 and experiences and feedback on the plan …

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Budget 2023 Expectations: Focus On Air Cargo, Adequate Funding Under National Logistics Policy
1 year, 11 months ago

Budget 2023 Expectations: Focus On Air Cargo, Adequate Funding Under National Logistics Policy

News 18  

Union Budget 2023: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the National Logistics Policy last year in order to ensure quick last mile delivery, end transport-related challenges, save time and money of the manufacturers, and prevent wastage of the agro-products. Kami Viswanathan, senior vice president, FedEx Express, Middle East Indian Subcontinent and Africa Operations, shared that while the NLP will be pivotal …

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Explained | All about the National Geospatial Policy 2022
1 year, 11 months ago

Explained | All about the National Geospatial Policy 2022

The Hindu  

The story so far: After making waves with liberalisation in the field of geospatial data in 2021, the government notified the 2022 National Geospatial Policy on December 28, 2022, for implementation with immediate effect. With the National Geospatial Policy, the government aims to employ geospatial technology and data towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals. “The National Geospatial Policy is a good …

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Beijing moves to defuse protests with carrot-and-stick policy, announces plan to boost elderly COVID-19 vaccination
2 years ago

Beijing moves to defuse protests with carrot-and-stick policy, announces plan to boost elderly COVID-19 vaccination

The Hindu  

China’s government on November 29 said it would launch a new push to vaccinate the elderly—a key step that would enable an eventual easing of the unpopular “zero-COVID” policy—while also pledging to crack down on activities that “disrupt social order”. Editorial | Time for change: On ending the zero-COVID policy On Tuesday, health officials unveiled a plan to boost vaccination …

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What Biden’s national security strategy says about cybersecurity.
2 years, 1 month ago

What Biden’s national security strategy says about cybersecurity.

Slate  

It’s well known that Trump was no fan of international cooperation, including when it came to tech diplomacy. The Obama White House continued this expansion of tech-focused diplomacy, conducting a Cyberspace Policy Review at the beginning of the administration, establishing the Office of the Coordinator for Cyber Issues in 2011 at the State Department, and writing the country’s first International …

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States should have a uniform policy on law and order: Amit Shah
2 years, 1 month ago

States should have a uniform policy on law and order: Amit Shah

The Hindu  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Thursday that States should have a uniform law and order policy as certain crimes such as cross-border terrorism and cybercrimes transcend regional and international boundaries. Mr. Shah said that by 2024, to counter terror activities, each State would have a National Investigation Agency office as the agency had been given “extra territorial jurisdiction” …

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Science must become priority of space missions, we need more money for it: ISRO chief Somanath
2 years, 1 month ago

Science must become priority of space missions, we need more money for it: ISRO chief Somanath

The Hindu  

S. Somanath, Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation, told The Hindu that scientific missions ought to be more important in the future. We’ve always had a very limited budget for science but we need more money so that we can do science missions. In the future, does ISRO aspire to be NASA, in the sense more focussed on ambitious …

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India should not ignore religion-based population imbalances, says RSS
2 years, 2 months ago

India should not ignore religion-based population imbalances, says RSS

Deccan Chronicle  

NAGPUR: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Wednesday said India should have a population policy prepared after comprehensive thought and be applicable to all communities equally. Pointing out at China's one family one child policy, Bhagwat said, "While we are trying to control the population, we should see what happened in China. That country went for the one child …

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