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Government to amend NDPS Act to plug loopholes exploited by narco syndicates: Shah
The Union Home Minister, during the 10th apex-level meeting of the [Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD)], announced plans to amend the [Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985]. The objective is to plug loopholes exploited by narco-syndicates and adopt a ruthless approach towards drug peddlers.
ImportantKeeping humanity at the centre of the AI revolution
This editorial by Ashwani Kumar, a former Union Minister, discusses the ethical dilemmas and governance challenges posed by the rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI). It emphasizes the need for a 'humanist-centric' approach to AI development, arguing for global regulatory frameworks to mitigate risks like job displacement, misinformation, and threats to digital sovereignty, while preserving human dignity and core values.
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Must ReadThe debate over the proposed NFSA amendment | Explained
The Union Food and Public Distribution Department has released draft amendments to the [National Food Security Act, 2013] (NFSA). The proposed changes aim to alter the foodgrain allocation under the [Antyodaya Anna Yojana] (AAY) from a flat 35 kg per household to 7 kg per person per month (capped at 35 kg per household).
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Must ReadOnerous rules: On the amended FCRA Rules, the fallout
The Union government has notified the FCRA Amendment Rules, 2026, imposing stricter regulations on Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) receiving foreign funding. The new rules restrict NGO operations to specific categories and states, mandate disclosure of social media handles, prohibit "political content," and increase compliance costs, raising concerns about their impact on civil society's functioning and potential chilling effects on advocacy work.
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