How Free Foodgrains Distort India's Inflation Data
A groundbreaking government paper reveals how free food distribution under PMGKAY is distorting India's inflation data, potentially masking the true cost of living for millions of households.
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Begusarai: Caste Politics & Fall of Marxism
Explore how Begusarai, once a Communist stronghold, became the epicenter of Bihar's complex caste politics and what it reveals about the 2025 Assembly elections.
CPI(M) Unveils Radical Bihar 2025 Election Manifesto
CPI(M) launches ambitious election manifesto for Bihar 2025 polls, promising caste census implementation, job creation, farm loan waivers, and education reforms in direct challenge to ruling NDA.
Bihar manifesto wars erupt, Kerala education plan stalls
Political parties trade sharp accusations as Bihar election manifestos drop, while in Kerala, ideological differences between CPI(M) and CPI stall central government's PM Shri schools scheme implementation.
India Shifts to CPI as Primary Inflation Gauge
India's Statistics Ministry makes landmark change in primary inflation measurement, replacing Wholesale Price Index with Consumer Price Index for household consumption data analysis.
India Uses PLFS for District GDP Calculation
India revolutionizes economic data collection as MOSPI partners with states using Periodic Labour Force Survey to calculate district domestic product, enabling better policy planning and resource allocation.
India's CPI revamp: Rural housing in, employer homes out
India's inflation calculation gets a significant overhaul as the new CPI series will now track rural housing costs while removing employer-provided dwellings, creating a more accurate economic picture.
Kerala CPI vs CPI(M): PM SHRI Scheme Sparks Internal Clash
In an unprecedented internal rift, Kerala's CPI publicly questions CPI(M)'s PM SHRI school scheme implementation, creating political turbulence within the Left Democratic Alliance.
8th Pay Commission: Salary Calculation Formula Explained
Complete breakdown of how the 8th Pay Commission will calculate salaries for central government employees. Learn about the fitment factor formula, expected salary hikes, and implementation timeline.
Maoists Deny General Secretary Promotion Reports
CPI (Maoist) leadership issues strong denial against media reports claiming Devuji's elevation as General Secretary, calling it baseless propaganda in exclusive statement.
Central PSU Employees Get 4% DA Hike from January 2024
Over 7 lakh central public sector employees to receive revised Dearness Allowance effective January 1, 2024, as government implements 4% hike following latest CPI-IW data.
Kerala freezes PM SHRI schools amid political pressure
Kerala's LDF government freezes PM SHRI school scheme pending review, bowing to CPI pressure in political showdown with BJP-led central government.
Kerala Demands Review of KIIFB Agreement with Centre
The Kerala government escalates its confrontation with the Centre, demanding immediate review of the KIIFB funding agreement. CPI(M)-led LDF government accuses BJP-led NDA of deliberate delays in releasing critical development funds.
Maoist Leader's Surrender Reveals New Rebel Chief
In an exclusive revelation, surrendered Maoist leader D. Ramesh discloses critical intelligence about the rebel group's new command structure and operational challenges in Telangana's forest corridors.
Rahul Gandhi's Bihar Blitz: 12 Rallies from Oct 29
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launches intensive Bihar campaign with 12 rallies from October 29. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra may target NDA allies in strategic move ahead of crucial 2025 assembly elections.
Kerala Political Crisis: CPI(M)-CPI Standoff Continues
The high-level meeting between Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and CPI leader Binoy Viswam fails to break the deadlock over PM SHRI schools implementation, exposing growing rift in LDF alliance.
India's Inflation Measurement Gets Major Overhaul
India's statistics ministry announces groundbreaking changes to inflation calculation methodology with new CPI series launching next year after extensive public consultation.
Kerala CPI Unlikely to Take Extreme Steps Against CPM
Exclusive insights reveal Kerala's CPI is unlikely to take drastic action against CPM despite disagreements over PM-Shri school implementation, signaling political pragmatism in the Left alliance.
PM Modi's Bihar Gambit: The 36-Seat Strategy
Discover why PM Modi's choice to launch his Bihar campaign from Samastipur and Begusarai is a masterstroke in political strategy, targeting 36 crucial swing seats that could decide Bihar's political fate.
Left Parties Scale Back Drastically in Begusarai Elections
In a surprising political shift, Left parties dramatically reduce electoral presence in Bihar's Begusarai district, fielding candidates in just 3 out of 9 assembly segments for upcoming elections.
CPI(ML)'s Shyam Rajak Wins Phulwari in Landslide Victory
In a stunning victory, CPI(ML) candidate Shyam Rajak secures Phulwari assembly seat with over 75,000 votes margin, defeating JD(U)'s Gopal Ravidas in Bihar's high-stakes election battle.
CPI-ML's Bihar 2025 Manifesto: Jobs, Education, Healthcare
CPI-ML Liberation unveils transformative election manifesto for Bihar 2025 polls, focusing on employment generation, education reform, and universal healthcare access.
Kerala CPI Leaders Rebel Against PM SHRI Scheme Agreement
Growing dissent within Kerala's CPI unit as more leaders challenge the LDF government's controversial MoU with Centre's PM SHRI scheme, citing federal overreach concerns.
Kerala CPI Claims No Consultation on Centre MOU
Kerala's CPI alleges it was kept in the dark about LDF government's significant agreement with Central government, sparking political tensions within the ruling coalition.
Bihar 2025: INDIA Bloc Manifesto Oct 28, CPI-ML L Oct 26
The opposition INDIA alliance prepares to unveil its joint manifesto for Bihar Assembly elections on October 28, while CPI-ML Liberation announces separate manifesto two days earlier, setting stage for high-stakes political battle.
Kerala LDF Crisis: CPI Threatens Exit Over PM SHRI Schools
Kerala's LDF government faces internal turmoil as CPI strongly opposes the PM SHRI schools scheme, calling for an emergency meeting to decide their political future in the coalition.
United Grand Alliance to Oust NDA in Bihar: Dipankar
CPI(ML) General Secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya declares United Grand Alliance's confidence in defeating NDA in Bihar, citing strong opposition unity and public discontent.
Bihar 2025: Mahagathbandhan to Win, Reshape Politics
CPI General Secretary D Raja declares Mahagathbandhan will sweep Bihar Assembly elections, claiming the outcome will significantly influence India's political landscape and opposition unity.
Canada Inflation Hits 2.4% Amid Food Price Surge
Canada's inflation rate rose to 2.4% in September amid surging food prices. Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney expresses optimism about US tariff negotiations while economists monitor economic trends.
Kerala CPI slams CPM over PM SHRI schools U-turn
Internal rift erupts in Kerala's ruling LDF as Communist Party of India strongly opposes CPM's decision to implement Centre's PM SHRI schools scheme, calling it a surrender to BJP-led government's pressure tactics.
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