Fiscal deficit surges 15.4% to Rs 9.77 lakh crore
India's fiscal deficit for April-November FY25 widened to Rs 9.77 lakh crore, marking a 15.4% year-on-year surge. Explore the key drivers and government's fiscal roadmap.
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Global Shift Away from US Dollar Intensifies
Carmen Reinhart warns the US dollar's 'exorbitant privilege' is under threat as nations hedge bets. Rising deficits & trade uncertainty fuel a slow but steady diversification from dollar assets. Read analysis.
India's Fiscal Tensions: States vs Centre Over Funds
Recent changes to India's rural job scheme highlight deep fiscal fault lines. States argue their autonomy is eroding as the Centre pushes co-financing. Explore the data on tax shares, cesses, and political penalties.
India's Fiscal Discipline Tested Amid Rising Subsidies
India aims to stick to its medium-term fiscal deficit target of 4.3% in FY26, buoyed by a record RBI dividend. However, rising subsidy costs and lower nominal GDP growth present significant challenges to consolidation. Explore the details.
Himachal Pradesh's Debt Crisis: Central Aid and State Reforms
Himachal Pradesh grapples with a massive ₹1.14 lakh crore debt. Discover the state's revival plan involving central assistance, fiscal discipline, and new revenue sources. Can these measures pull HP out of the red?
Punjab Sinks Deeper in Debt: Rs 3.73 Lakh Crore Burden
Punjab's debt crisis escalates to Rs 3.73 lakh crore, consuming 46% of revenue. This fiscal emergency threatens development and demands urgent policy action. Read the full analysis.
CAG: States' Fiscal Health Fragile as Debt Mounts
CAG report reveals Indian states face mounting fiscal stress with rising debt and rigid spending, limiting investment capacity. Key findings on revenue, deficits, and liquidity concerns.
Punjab AAP Govt Faces Economic Challenges in Year-End Wrap
Punjab's AAP government grapples with fiscal strain, debt burden, and GST compensation loss in 2024. Can it navigate the economic headwinds? Read our analysis.
Fiscal deficit hits 62.3% of budget estimate in Nov 2025
Government data reveals India's fiscal deficit touched 62.3% of the full-year target by November 2025. The Centre's budget aims for a 4.4% GDP deficit in FY26. Read the full analysis.
CapitaLand raises $117M for India data centre fund
CapitaLand Investment raises S$150M for its India Data Centre Fund, acquiring stakes in three major projects. India's data centre capacity is set to double by 2027. Read more.
BJP's Sunil Jakhar Criticises Punjab AAP Govt's Assembly Session
Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar accuses AAP govt of creating Centre-state bitterness. He questions inaction on MGNREGA corruption & deteriorating law and order. Read the full story.
5 Stocks for India's AI Data Centre Boom
India's AI data centre capacity is set to quintuple, creating a ₹2.7 trillion investment wave. Discover five stocks positioned to benefit from this multi-year growth cycle. Invest wisely.
New UIDAI Aadhaar Centre Inaugurated in Hubballi
Deputy Commissioner Divya Prabhu GRJ inaugurated a new UIDAI Aadhaar service centre in Hubballi's Keshwapur. The centre offers registration, updates, and corrections, addressing high demand from Dharwad's student population. Learn about the services and k
VB-G RAM G Act to Boost State Funds by Rs 17,000 Crore
A new SBI report states the Viksit Bharat Guarantee Act will make states net gainers, collectively adding nearly Rs 17,000 crore. Read the full analysis of the funding shift and state-wise impacts.
India's 2026 Economy: 3 Under-the-Radar Shifts
India is quietly undergoing three major economic shifts: greater openness, state-level investment convergence, and balanced macro policy. Holding onto these could unlock durable, broad-based growth. Read the analysis.
Mangaluru Data Centre Feasibility Study 2025 Released
A new study reveals Mangaluru offers up to 95% cost advantage over Chennai for data centres, positioning it as a key AI and cloud growth node for India's digital future. Read the full analysis.
RBI Handbook Shows Flaws in State Social Spending Data
RBI's state statistics handbook reveals rising social sector spends mask declining budget shares & hidden disparities. Experts demand better data for real progress. Read more.
Adani Attends Sharad Pawar's AI Centre Launch in Pune
Industrialist Gautam Adani attends the inauguration of the Sharad Pawar Centre for Excellence in AI in Pune. The event highlights their long-standing rapport amid political scrutiny. Read more.
CII Urges Fiscal Reforms, Tech in Tax in Budget 2026-27
CII urges institutional reforms & fiscal consolidation in Budget 2026-27 for growth. Key asks: tech to curb tax evasion, debt control, PSU privatisation, and revamping food distribution. Read more.
Trump Name on Kennedy Centre Cancels Christmas Jazz Concert
A Christmas Eve jazz concert at Washington's Kennedy Centre was abruptly canceled after the venue's name changed to include Donald Trump. The artist pulled out in protest, sparking a major controversy. Read the full story.
Kerala CM alleges 'financial blockade' by Centre
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan accuses the central government of a 'financial blockade,' stifling state development. Read the full story on the escalating Centre-State fiscal dispute.
Women's Cash Transfers Surge to Rs 2.46 Lakh Cr, Cover 13 Crore
Direct cash transfers to women have exploded from Rs 1,600 crore in 2020 to Rs 2.46 lakh crore in 2025, reaching 13 crore women. Explore the fiscal impact, political shift, and real-life effects of this new welfare pillar.
New ₹40 Crore Child Health Centre in Madurai Opens in March
Madurai's new Institute of Child Health and Research Centre, a ₹40 crore facility with 219 beds, is set to become operational by March at GRH, boosting paediatric care for southern Tamil Nadu.
Welfare Populism Threatens India's Fiscal Health
State-level welfare expansion is pushing India into a debt trap, risking national economic stability. Experts call for a unified National Welfare Policy based on fiscal discipline and transparency. Read more.
Welfare Populism vs Fiscal Stability: India's Choice
State-level welfare expansion is pushing India into a debt trap, risking national economic stability. Experts argue for a unified National Welfare Policy based on fiscal discipline and transparency. Read more.
Dhakoli CHC to get upgraded 50-bed health facility
Punjab government considers proposal to upgrade Dhakoli CHC to a 50-bed facility. MLA Kuljit Singh Randhawa chairs review meeting, says upgrade will bring more specialist doctors.
Karnataka's Fiscal Challenge: High Growth, Big Shortfall
Karnataka faces a Rs 18,500 crore GST shortfall despite strong tax growth. CM Siddaramaiah resists extra borrowing, focusing on fiscal prudence. Read the full analysis.
MP's Zero-Based Budgeting Drives Fiscal Discipline, Rs 55,634 Cr Revenue
Madhya Pradesh reshapes finances with zero-based budgeting & a 3-year rolling plan. Deputy CM Jagdish Devda reveals FY25 revenue of Rs 55,634 Cr, per capita income of Rs 1.52 lakh, and new tech-driven initiatives for revenue growth.
MGNREGS Changes to Triple Financial Burden on States
The proposed VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 shifts MGNREGS funding to a 60:40 Centre-State split, tripling states' costs. UP, Andhra, Tamil Nadu to be hardest hit. Read the analysis.
AI Data Centre Boom: Echoes of 1990s Telecom Bubble
McKinsey forecasts $5.2 trillion in AI infrastructure spending, but weak demand and risky finance models spark fears of a dotcom-style bust. Read the full analysis.
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