A 95-year-old man in West Bengal died by suicide after his name appeared on a draft voter review list. His family alleges he feared being sent back to Bangladesh. The case highlights anxieties around the EC's SIR process.
A new report urges UK to ban free translators for migrants claiming benefits, sparking a debate led by Tommy Robinson. Spending surged 80% post-pandemic. Read more.
Debt mutual funds face net outflows of ₹22,105 crore in 2025, lagging behind hybrid and equity funds. The 2023 tax change removing indexation benefits is a key factor. Read the full analysis.
Nineteen Haitian migrants, including children, were arrested in Quebec after crossing from the US on foot in extreme cold. Several treated for frostbite. Read about the asylum claims and the ongoing debate.
12 political parties in Manipur, including BJP and Congress, pass a resolution to postpone the 2027 Census due to the state's ongoing crisis, displacement, and administrative issues. Read the full story.
In his first Christmas address, Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, called for a global day of peace, condemned Russia's Ukraine attacks, and highlighted crises in Gaza and for migrants.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath criticizes opposition for silence on Dalit youth's murder in Bangladesh while speaking on Gaza. He accuses them of vote bank politics and illegal migrant registration.
Direct cash transfers to women have exploded from Rs 1,600 crore in 2020 to Rs 2.46 lakh crore in 2025, reaching 13 crore women. Explore the fiscal impact, political shift, and real-life effects of this new welfare pillar.
Yogi Adityanath govt's Direct Benefit Transfer scheme for seeds slashes cultivation costs for 70,263 farmers in Gorakhpur division. Full transparency, zero rejections reported. Read how DBT is transforming agriculture.
A finance department oversight delays Rs 5,500 crore in Gruha Lakshmi payments for 1.2 crore women in Karnataka. Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar assures resolution as govt scrambles to fix procedural hurdles. Read more.
The Trump administration increases cash incentive to $3,000 for undocumented migrants who leave voluntarily. DHS says it's a cost-saving measure. Read details on the policy shift.
A new BCG report reveals India's welfare leakage reduced by 13% due to Aadhaar and digital payments. Discover how tech is transforming public fund delivery.
Chandigarh consumer commission directs insurance firm to pay additional Rs 1.87 lakh with interest to parents whose son died from a streetlight shock. The order cites deficiency in service.
A group of 17 Indian workers, from diverse backgrounds including software development, are now cleaning streets in St. Petersburg, Russia, amid a labour crisis. Read their unique story.
India's fertilizer subsidy, costing ₹1.83 trillion, is plagued by leakages and soil damage. Shifting to direct cash transfers via e-RUPI could save billions, empower farmers, and restore soil health. Read the full analysis.
Income Tax Department issues detailed FAQs on claiming 80G deductions. Learn the verification process, eligible donations, and key conditions for taxpayers in the old regime.
Pope Francis delivers a powerful message on World Day of Migrants and Refugees, calling for an end to xenophobia and for nations to see displaced people as brothers and sisters, not threats.
Opposition parties intensify attack after CAG report reveals gaps in DBT system leading to leakage of thousands of crores. Leaders demand accountability and audits.
The Lok Sabha has passed the G-RAM Bill 2025, replacing MGNREGA with a direct cash transfer scheme. Know the key changes and implications for rural employment.
Starting April 2025, term insurance premiums will be GST-free. Learn how this tax change impacts your financial planning and boosts insurance affordability in India.
CAG K Sanjay Murthy reveals serious flaws in India's DBT system, with thousands of crores transferred without verification due to poor data integration. Read the full audit concerns.
CAG Sanjay Murthy reveals serious flaws in India's DBT, with thousands of crores flowing without checks. Calls for better data integration to prevent duplication. Read the full report.
During electoral roll revision, Noida & Ghaziabad residents travel back to villages to verify votes, fearing loss of property rights & govt schemes. Explore the deep-rooted reasons.
A Delhi court acquitted two men in a 2020 riots case, citing serious inconsistencies in evidence and doubts over the key witness's credibility. Read the full details of the judgment here.
An exploration of the untold narratives of migrants in Bengaluru, whose resilience and labour are fundamental to the city's fabric. Discover the human stories behind the headlines.
The US introduces a new $5,000 fee for migrants without legal status and a 'holiday deal' offering free flights and $1000 for self-deportation. Get the latest details on the Trump administration's immigration rules.
Trinamool MP Satabdi Roy alleged Bengali-speaking Indians are being wrongly deported as Bangladeshis, triggering a heated clash with BJP MPs in Parliament. Read the full details.
New Jersey's ANCHOR program offers tax relief up to $1,500 for homeowners and $450 for renters. Learn eligibility, payment dates, and how it aids families amid inflation.
A new report reveals compact cars and SUVs account for three-fourths of motor insurance claims in India, while electric vehicles are the most expensive to repair. Discover the data shaping insurance premiums.
A new report reveals compact cars and SUVs dominate 75% of motor insurance claims in India, while EVs are the most expensive to repair. Discover key city-wise trends and insights.