Chidambaram defends TN debt, slams comparison with UP
Former FM P Chidambaram counters AICC's Praveen Chakravarthy, says debt-to-GSDP ratio is the true fiscal health indicator. TN's liabilities within limits. Read the full debate.
Former FM P Chidambaram counters AICC's Praveen Chakravarthy, says debt-to-GSDP ratio is the true fiscal health indicator. TN's liabilities within limits. Read the full debate.
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram dismissed Praveen Chakravarthy's comparison of Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh's debt. He declined a public economic debate, stating he wasn't qualified. Read the full political analysis.
Punjab government extends deadline for its 'Settlement of Arrears of Tax Dues Scheme' to March 31, 2025. Traders get more time to clear pending dues with significant concessions. Act now to benefit!
Punjab's 2025 policy push amended a 160-year-old law, launched a one-time settlement for disputes, and outlined a plan to save MSMEs. Industry eyes better GST refunds and execution in 2026.
A look back at 2025 in Punjab politics: Bhagwant Mann's humour, Sukhbir Badal's revival, flood heroes, and the personalities that defined a dramatic year. Read the full analysis.
Himachal Pradesh grapples with a massive ₹1.14 lakh crore debt. Discover the state's revival plan involving central assistance, fiscal discipline, and new revenue sources. Can these measures pull HP out of the red?
Punjab's debt crisis escalates to Rs 3.73 lakh crore, consuming 46% of revenue. This fiscal emergency threatens development and demands urgent policy action. Read the full analysis.
Punjab assembly's MGNREGA debate reveals AAP's strategy to frame it as an anti-Dalit move, countering BJP's outreach. SCs form 70% of scheme's workers. Explore the political narrative.
A couple and their toddler son were found dead in Bokaro's Sector 9B. Police suspect debt as the motive. Read the full investigation details here.
RBI data reveals a shift in Indian household debt, with over 55% now for retail consumption. Household debt-to-GDP hits 41.3%, but savings improve. Explore the full financial stability report.
A new study shows an 87% success rate for discharging student loans via bankruptcy, debunking a persistent myth. Learn how policy changes have made this path more accessible for millions of borrowers.
Punjab Assembly passes three crucial Bills to simplify land ownership, digitize records, and rationalize stamp duty. The move aims to reduce public hardship and expedite legal processes.
The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed three significant revenue amendment bills aimed at enhancing tax collection and plugging leakages. The move is expected to strengthen the state's fiscal health. Read more for details.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reveals over 10,000 financial irregularities in Punjab's MGNREGA. State holds special Assembly session against new VB-G RAM G Act. Details inside.
Punjab government disburses over Rs 26 crore to 69,110 new & expecting mothers via DBT to improve maternal health & reduce mortality. Scheme offers tiered financial support.
Punjab launches major offensive against brain drain, generating over 1 lakh domestic opportunities. Govt fills 59,702 posts, partners with Microsoft & IBM for skills. Read how the state is retaining talent.
The United States continues to be the largest debtor to Taiwanese banks, holding the top spot for over a decade. Luxembourg overtakes China for second place. Explore the detailed financial exposure report.
NHM Punjab invites applications for 300 Specialist Doctor posts. Apply online by Jan 8, 2026. No application fee. Salary ₹45,000/month. Check eligibility.
Punjab witnesses a massive railway transformation in 2025 with Rs 5,421 crore budget, new Vande Bharat, and revival of stalled projects worth Rs 25,000 crore. Read about the state's rail infrastructure leap.
Shravan Mallick, a man from Purnia, died by suicide unable to bear loan agent harassment. Police have launched an investigation. Read the full story.
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
Punjab Police touts record drug hauls in 2025, but targeted killings, grenade attacks, and High Court interventions expose deep law & order challenges. Read the full analysis.
India's net household savings plunge to a 48-year low as post-pandemic borrowing for consumption surges. The middle class is trapped in high-cost debt. Read the full analysis.
Maharashtra police launch a major crackdown on illegal moneylenders after a farmer sold his kidney to repay a debt. New help desks and awareness campaigns aim to protect vulnerable citizens.
Andrew Ross Sorkin's new book '1929' revisits the Great Crash. Discover the parallels with today's market exuberance and margin debt. A must-read for investors.
Uttar Pradesh slashes power sector debt by 25% while India's overall liabilities surge 40%. Discover how UP's fiscal discipline defies the national trend of rising discom debt.
Uttar Pradesh slashes its power sector debt by nearly 25% over five years, standing out as other major states see sharp increases. Discover how UP achieved this financial turnaround.
PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss slams DMK govt as Tamil Nadu's debt hits ₹9.55 lakh crore, topping the list of most-indebted Indian states for the fourth consecutive year. Details inside.
Financial stress from debt is tearing Indian families apart. Discover how professional debt settlement offers a path to relief, peace, and reconnecting with loved ones.
Gary Winnick, once LA's richest man with a $6.2B fortune from Global Crossing, died leaving massive debt. His widow fights to keep their luxury homes and art. A cautionary tale of paper wealth.