DK Shivakumar's Delhi visit failed to meet Rahul Gandhi, dousing CM change speculation. He focused on state issues, criticized MNREGA changes, and pushed for Metro Phase III approval. Read the full story.
Senior Congress leader BK Hariprasad accuses the Modi government of undermining the rural job guarantee scheme by renaming it and altering its funding model. The party plans nationwide protests.
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.
Congress leaders Sachin Pilot and DK Shivakumar slam Centre's MNREGA funding cut from 90:10 to 60:40, calling it 'death of the scheme'. Party announces Delhi meet on Dec 27 and Jaipur march on Dec 26 over Aravalli deforestation.
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.
BJP received over ₹6,000 crore in political donations in 2024-25, 12 times Congress' ₹522 crore. Electoral trusts dominate funding post-SC scrapping electoral bonds. Full donor list revealed.
As India's rural job scheme is relaunched, experts warn that a proposed 60-day calendar gap and shared state funding could undermine its universal promise. Read why its core principles need protection.
Azad Samaj Party's Chandrashekhar accuses govt of removing backward & Dalit votes via Special Intensive Revision. He also criticizes MNREGA fund cuts. Read full details.
After the electoral bond scheme was scrapped, BJP's donations via electoral trusts surged over four-fold to Rs 3,577.5 crore in 2024-25, capturing 83.6% of all trust funds. Explore the data.
The ruling TDP and ally Jana Sena in Andhra Pradesh received bulk funds from pharma, solar, and real estate firms in 2024-25, as per EC reports. TDP's donations dipped to Rs 83.03 crore. Explore the key donors and trends.
ISRO conducts critical parachute tests for Gaganyaan, political funding via trusts triples post-electoral bonds, and the legacy of India's first Atomic Energy Act. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.
Senior Congress leader Syed Naseer Hussain accused the Centre of diluting MNREGA's rights-based framework and misusing agencies like ED against opponents. Read the full details.
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi accuses the Modi government of dismantling MGNREGA and vows to fight a 'new black law' on central funds. Full details on the political clash.
Karnataka's sole University of Horticultural Sciences in Bagalkot faces a severe financial crunch. With a Rs 50 crore annual shortfall, staff salaries and vital research are at risk. Experts demand urgent government intervention.
BSP chief Mayawati criticizes the central government for reducing its share in the new Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar scheme from 90% to 60%, warning it will hurt states and the poor. She also outlines party strategy for upcoming elections.
Proposed changes to MGNREGS, now Viksit Bharat Rozgar Mission, could cost Telangana ₹1000-1500 crore yearly. State studies implications as Centre shifts to 60:40 cost-sharing. Read more.
The Trump administration appeals a court order to restore $2.7 billion in frozen research funds to Harvard University. Explore the legal battle's implications for university autonomy and federal oversight in India.
Indian tech startups raised $10.5B in 2025, a 17% YoY decline. However, IPO exits surged 17% and acquisitions rose, signaling a maturing, resilient ecosystem. Read the full analysis.
Rajya Sabha passes VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 after midnight amid protests. Opposition warns of street agitations, citing farm law repeal. MNREGA changes spark federalism debate.
India's tech startup funding declined to $10.5 billion in 2025, down 17% YoY. Early-stage deals rose 7%, while seed and late-stage fell sharply. Discover key trends and sector insights.
BJP spokesperson alleges nearly 16,000 NGOs operate in Jammu & Kashmir, with many receiving foreign funds for terror activities. Calls for urgent government scrutiny.
MoEngage raises $180M more in Series F, total hits $280M. Funds to boost AI suite Merlin, expand in North America, Europe, and eye acquisitions. Read more.
India's startup funding landscape is shifting. A booming IPO market is making public listings more attractive than large private rounds, while activity surges in small to mid-sized deals. Get the full analysis.
Vice Chancellors of 17 Rajasthan state universities warn of imminent collapse of higher education standards due to severe financial crisis. Read about the alarming details and their plea for urgent government intervention.
BJP received Rs 757.6 crore from Tata's Progressive Electoral Trust in 2024-25, data shows. Explore how electoral trusts fund parties post-electoral bond ban.
Karnataka's tech funding plunges 40% to $2.7B while Delhi-NCR grows 12% to $2.4B, signaling major shift in India's startup landscape. Discover the changing dynamics.
Early-stage VC funding in Indian startups is recovering with average cheque sizes nearing 2022 highs. Discover what's driving this revival and which sectors are attracting investor interest.
Bengaluru wealth-tech startup Wealthy raises Rs 130 crore in Series B funding led by Bertelsmann India. Funds to fuel expansion into smaller cities and onboard 50,000 distributors.