1985 Flashback: AGP's Rise, Tax Policy, Indo-Pak Pact
On December 20, 1985, Asom Gana Parishad swept Assam polls, VP Singh proposed major tax reforms, and Rajiv Gandhi & Zia-ul-Haq agreed to a peace treaty. Explore this pivotal day in history.
On December 20, 1985, Asom Gana Parishad swept Assam polls, VP Singh proposed major tax reforms, and Rajiv Gandhi & Zia-ul-Haq agreed to a peace treaty. Explore this pivotal day in history.
Madhya Pradesh's debt surpasses its annual budget, averaging over Rs 125 crore in daily loans. Govt defends borrowing for infrastructure and Ladli Behna scheme. Read the full analysis.
Proposed 60:40 funding split for Viksit Bharat Rozgar Ajeevika Mission could cost Telangana ₹1,000-1,500 crore yearly. State studies implications as central aid drops. Read more.
India's net direct tax collection for FY25 grows 8% to Rs 17.04 lakh crore. Gross collections surge 24% to Rs 19.45 lakh crore, while refunds slow. Read the full analysis.
India's net direct tax collections grew 8% to Rs 17.05 lakh crore till Dec 17, boosted by a sharp 13.5% fall in refunds. Advance tax up 4.27%. Read the full analysis.
India faces a sharp rise in cancer cases, projected to hit 2 million by 2040. Minister Jitendra Singh cites ageing, lifestyle, and pollution as key drivers. Learn about regional trends and government action.
India's bond market faces a prolonged bearish phase with 10-year yields projected at 6.55-6.70% through FY26. Key drivers include fiscal consolidation and global factors. Read the full analysis.
Chicago Bears face Green Bay Packers without key WRs Rome Odunze & Luther Burden III due to injuries. Can their offense adapt in crucial NFC North clash? Read analysis.
Dhruv Vikram, Kriti Sanon, Vicky Kaushal & Ishaan Khatter discuss excessive actor demands like 6 vanity vans. Kriti calls for cutting luxury costs, Ishaan contrasts with Hollywood's DIY culture. Read more.
Kerala Finance Minister warns new central MGNREGS rules will cost state Rs 1,600-2,000 crore extra. Experts call for equitable financial federalism. Read more.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman states reducing debt will be a primary goal in 2026-27. Data reveals 11 states have debt-to-GSDP ratios at 35% or more this fiscal year. Get the full analysis.
Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal warns that new central MGNREGS changes will cost the state Rs 1,600-2,000 crore extra. Experts call for equitable financial transfers. Read more.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights the Centre's success in reducing debt-to-GDP ratio post-Covid and calls for states to emulate its fiscal management and transparency goals. Read more.
Chhattisgarh Vidhan Sabha approves a Rs 35,000 crore supplementary budget for the current fiscal. Finance Minister says it will boost development, but Congress attacks the state's fiscal management. Read the full story.
As India prepares for the Union Budget 2026, experts see a historic chance to simplify TDS, boost consumption, and support manufacturing for sustainable 7%+ GDP growth in FY27. Read the analysis.
The new Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Bill increases guaranteed work days to 125 but imposes a 60:40 fund-sharing model. Experts warn this could strain state finances, mirroring issues in the PMFBY. Read the analysis.
Telangana's govt guarantees hit 15.1% of GSDP, far above national average. Experts warn of fiscal risks. Read about state-wise breakdown and sector exposure.
CAG report reveals Maharashtra govt departments failed to submit UCs for ₹1.77 lakh crore, with year-end spending sprees violating financial rules. Read the shocking details.
Maharashtra's power utility Mahavitaran repays a massive Rs 12,800 crore loan ahead of schedule. This financial move aims to strengthen its balance sheet and support CM Fadnavis's promise of annual electricity tariff reductions. Read more.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights India's economic turnaround in Parliament, citing strong forex reserves, low CAD, and broad-based growth. Read the full analysis.
India's tax revenues soared 30% in the first half of FY25, yet government expenditure grew faster, widening the fiscal deficit. Explore the details and implications for the economy.
India accounts for 73.3% of SE Asia's malaria cases & 89% of deaths in 2024, per WHO. Despite this, the country is on track for a 75% reduction target. Read the full report on challenges and progress.
Canada's top lenders increased bonus reserves by 15% for fiscal 2025, driven by active capital markets and volatile trading. Discover which banks led the hikes and why.
Telangana BJP chief spokesperson NV Subhash criticises the Rising Telangana Global Summit as a costly smokescreen for Congress's financial mismanagement. He demands a White Paper on state finances. Read the full story.
India's middle class faces a growing debt crisis, with 5-10% of households in a trap. Driven by easy credit and social comparisons, the dream of upward mobility is turning risky. Read more.
On March 1, 1925, the Indian government abolished the excise duty on cotton, a landmark move that revitalized the domestic textile industry and boosted economic self-reliance. Discover the full story behind this pivotal fiscal decision.
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have become India's most aggressive borrowers in 2025, overshooting RBI limits by 190% and 122% respectively. Economists warn of severe long-term fiscal stress. Read the full analysis.
Essential UPSC updates: Govt's Sanchar Saathi app directive, GPS spoofing threats, WHO's obesity guidelines, fiscal federalism debate, and India's rare-earth push. Key insights for Prelims & Mains.
GST collections grew marginally by 0.7% in November, reflecting the impact of recent rate cuts. Officials remain optimistic, citing a boost in consumption and taxable turnover.
Kerala government approves Rs 1.10 crore for two new vehicles for the Chief Minister, using budget manual relaxation. Opposition questions timing as fiscal controls tighten. Read the full story.