China Hacked Email Systems of US Congressional Staff
A new report states China breached email systems used by staffers of key US House committees, including those focused on China, foreign affairs, and intelligence. Read the full details.
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Karnataka fiscal deficit touches 3% limit
Karnataka's fiscal deficit hits the legal 3% ceiling due to rising borrowings for welfare schemes. Officials say borrowing may touch Rs 93,000 crore. Read more on the state's budget challenges.
India's Fiscal Pivot: Efficiency vs Equity Debate
As India's fiscal devolution faces scrutiny, a prudent balance is critical for mending strained Centre-state ties. Expert analysis on the path forward. Read more.
Outsourcing Becomes Default Fix for Govt Vacancies in India
Across Indian states and the Centre, outsourcing is now the go-to solution for unfilled posts and fiscal pressure. Explore the implications for jobs and governance.
Maduro's Fall Hits China's Venezuela Investments, Raises Taiwan Question
The US capture of Venezuela's Maduro jeopardises billions in Chinese oil & mineral deals. Analysts debate if this bold move deters or emboldens Beijing's Taiwan ambitions. Full analysis inside.
China Demands Release of Venezuela's Maduro After US Capture
China demands US release Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, condemning the capture as a violation of international law and a major setback for Beijing's strategic interests in Latin America.
Key Reforms in India's 2026 Budget Announced
India's 2026 Union Budget introduces major reforms in direct taxes, healthcare funding, and education. Discover the key changes and their potential impact on the economy and citizens.
India's Fiscal Policy as Preventive Economic Medicine
India's fiscal discipline is acting as preventive medicine for the economy, creating buffers against global shocks. Learn how this strategy ensures stability and growth.
Mamdani's NYC Budget Challenge: Deficit Looms Over Big Government Plans
New York City's new Mayor Zohran Mamdani promises aggressive taxation and redistribution, but inherits a budget set for deep deficits. Analysis of the fiscal challenge ahead. Read more.
China Taxes Condoms to Reverse Population Decline
China imposes a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive pills, ending a three-decade exemption. This policy shift aims to counter a deepening demographic crisis as births hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
Jaishankar Warns China Over Harassment of Indian Citizens
India firmly counters China's harassment of Indian nationals at airports. EAM Jaishankar asserts Arunachal Pradesh's integral status. India lodges formal protests over detentions.
China's Contraceptive Tax: Limits of Pro-Birth Policies
China introduces a new 'contraceptive tax' to boost birth rates. We explain the policy's details, its economic logic, and why experts doubt its effectiveness. Read more.
China Scraps Tax on Condoms to Boost Births
China removes taxes on condoms and contraceptive drugs in a major policy shift to address its declining population. Learn how decades of the one-child policy led to this reversal.
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.
China Raises Condom Prices to Encourage More Children
China is reportedly increasing condom prices as part of a strategy to reverse its declining birth rate. Experts debate the effectiveness of this controversial policy. Read more.
India Eyes Higher Cigarette Tax to Match Health Impact
India considers calibrated excise duty hikes on cigarettes, citing current modest rates and significant fiscal and public health space for increase. Read the full analysis.
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.
Xi Jinping: Taiwan Reunification 'Unstoppable' in New Year Speech
In his 2026 New Year address, Chinese President Xi Jinping declared Taiwan reunification inevitable and highlighted a major $170B Brahmaputra dam project. Read the full 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.
Oil Gains on Ukraine Talks Deadlock, China's Fiscal Pledge
Oil prices tick higher as US-led Ukraine peace talks stall and China pledges fiscal support for 2026. Brent crude above $61. Analysis and market impact for Indian investors.
China's Week: US Report, Economic Woes, K-Pop Thaw
A deep dive into China's week: US DoD report on Arunachal, sanctions on US firms, falling industrial profits, and the potential return of K-pop. Key developments explained.
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.
Analysis Exposes Deepening Structural Crisis in China's Economy
A new report shatters the illusion of China's economic resilience, revealing a deepening structural crisis driven by debt, property collapse, and demographic decline. What does this mean for global markets? Read the full analysis.
Japan's Topix Hits Record High on Fiscal Easing
Japan's Topix index reached an all-time high as a record budget eased debt concerns. The Nikkei nears 51,000 with SoftBank leading gains. Read the full market analysis.
China's Energy Order Sees Major Green Switch
China accelerates its energy transition through major grid reforms and strong endorsement of renewable power. Expert analysis on the implications for global climate goals. 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.
US Report Details China's Military Aims, Arunachal Claim
The US Pentagon's 2025 report on China highlights expanded 'core interests' including Taiwan and Arunachal Pradesh, PLA's 2027 goals, anti-corruption purges, and tech advancements. Read key insights.
China's Strategic Support for Myanmar Elections Explained
China, a nation without democratic elections, is actively supporting Myanmar's political process. Explore the geopolitical motives behind this surprising stance and its regional implications. Read the full analysis.
Ex-Diplomat on US Response to China's Arunachal Moves
Former Indian Ambassador Mahesh Sachdev analyzes the US's 'interesting' notice of China's tactics in Arunachal Pradesh, highlighting shifting geopolitical dynamics. Read the full analysis.
Indian Travel Vlogger Held in China Over Arunachal Pradesh Comment
Indian travel YouTuber Anant Mittal was detained for 15 hours by Chinese immigration after calling Arunachal Pradesh 'India'. The incident highlights risks for Indians in China. Read the full story.
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