The National Highways Authority of India's borrowings are expected to fall below Rs 2 lakh crore by March, down from a peak of Rs 3.5 lakh crore, as the Centre directly funds projects and monetization efforts continue.
A new report reveals just seven Indian states have constituted all State Finance Commissions since 1992, highlighting widespread neglect of local government funding mechanisms.
The Karnataka High Court has directed the state government to scrap the Bengaluru-Mysuru Infrastructure Corridor project, citing minimal progress since 1995 and extensive litigation.
Municipal Commissioner Yashpal Meena chaired a meeting to review progress of circle-level projects and developmental schemes in Patna. He directed officials to conduct regular field inspections and ensure quality standards.
The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) invites corporate CSR funds and philanthropy for high-impact urban improvement projects. A new avenue for city development opens.
Accel India's Prashanth Prakash says 2026 startup funding will resemble 2025 levels, marking a strategic shift towards profitability over a funding winter. Read the full insight.
Mohali Municipal Corporation demands a separate ₹1,000 crore fund from GMADA for developing transferred sectors, citing lack of basic amenities and sanitation. Mayor warns of excluding areas if funds not provided.
India's deeptech sector saw funding rise to $1.6 billion in 2025, despite a sharp drop in deal count. Capital concentrated in fewer, later-stage companies like GreenLine and Uniphore. Explore the shifting investor trends.
Ludhiana Improvement Trust grapples with a severe financial crunch as over Rs 64 crore in interest-free loans to other departments remains unrecovered, stalling its own development works.
Elon Musk's AI startup xAI completes a massive $20 billion funding round with Nvidia and Qatar Investment Authority. The capital will fuel infrastructure and Grok AI development. Read more.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), a key US media funding body for nearly 60 years, has voted to dissolve after Congress withdrew its federal funding. This marks a major shift for public media, impacting hundreds of local stations. Learn about
Amritsar receives a major Rs 15 crore grant for crucial water supply and sewerage system upgrades. Learn how this funding will improve city infrastructure and public health.
After scrutiny, 15,931 candidates will contest for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra on January 15. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.
Patna's municipal water supply is now confirmed safe, meeting all quality norms. Authorities are conducting rigorous inspections and upgrading infrastructure to ensure clean water. Read the full report.
Agritech leader Arya.ag has raised Rs 725 crore in Series D funding. The investment will boost climate-smart farming and market-led practices for Indian farmers. Read more about this major agritech development.
Kolkata's long-delayed Ruby crossing skywalk could see construction start this year, with RVNL likely to fund it. The aerial pathway will connect to the Hemanta Mukhopadhyay Metro station.
Alumni of a 1955 government school in Karnataka's Western Ghats built new classrooms, investing nearly Rs 50 lakh through donations and voluntary labour. Discover this inspiring community effort.
A century-old government primary school in Gadag's Pethalur village gets a massive facelift through community & CSR efforts, boosting student strength from 140 to 220. Read how they did it without education dept funds.
Bengaluru's Outer Ring Road gets a Rs 450 crore makeover. The project will be executed in two packages with 50% state funding. Read the full details and impact.
Macquarie Asset Management commits an additional £245 million to UK's Southern Water, finalising a year-long rescue deal to prevent a credit downgrade and upgrade infrastructure. Read the full story.
The US commits billions to UN humanitarian aid, marking a stark reversal from the Trump administration's funding slashes. Discover the global impact.
The Union Budget for FY26 may introduce a ₹25,000 crore risk guarantee fund to ease bank lending, revive private investment, and tackle project delays in India's crucial infrastructure sector. Read more.
YouTuber Nick Shirley alleges massive fraud in Minnesota daycares, showing a closed centre that received $1.9 million in government funding. Calls for accountability.
Italian police arrest nine individuals accused of financing Hamas through a network of charities. The crackdown reveals a complex money trail across Europe.
Federal research funding cuts under Trump disrupted US universities. Pittsburgh lost $24M & 104 jobs. Academic freedom and critical health disparity studies are under threat. Explore the impact.
Ludhiana's main shooting range, used by 40 daily athletes, grapples with outdated tech, slippery floors & funding delays, hindering training for state-level competitions.
Post-electoral bonds, corporate donations via trusts hit Rs 3,811 crore in 2024-25. BJP received the lion's share, with Tata, Jindal, Mahindra as top donors. Explore the data.
Kolkata-based Tiger Associates donated Rs 110 crore to DMK and AIADMK in 2024-25, becoming their largest donor. Explore the details of political funding and corporate contributions in Tamil Nadu.
IIIT Delhi director Ranjan Bose resigns after LG office flags lack of approval for MoUs with Gates Foundation & Skykraft. Details on funding, show-cause notice, and controversy inside.
Israel's tech sector shows remarkable resilience in 2025, securing $15.6 billion in funding. Discover how strategic investments and AI are driving growth despite geopolitical challenges.