Ludhiana Trust in Rs 64 Cr crisis over unpaid govt loans
Ludhiana Improvement Trust grapples with a severe financial crunch as over Rs 64 crore in interest-free loans to other departments remains unrecovered, stalling its own development works.
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Musk's xAI secures $20B funding from Nvidia, QIA
Elon Musk's AI startup xAI completes a massive $20 billion funding round with Nvidia and Qatar Investment Authority. The capital will fuel infrastructure and Grok AI development. Read more.
US Public Broadcasting Body CPB Dissolves After Funding Cut
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), a key US media funding body for nearly 60 years, has voted to dissolve after Congress withdrew its federal funding. This marks a major shift for public media, impacting hundreds of local stations. Learn about
Rs 15 Crore for Amritsar's Water, Sewerage Works
Amritsar receives a major Rs 15 crore grant for crucial water supply and sewerage system upgrades. Learn how this funding will improve city infrastructure and public health.
15,931 Candidates in Fray for Maharashtra Civic Polls
After scrutiny, 15,931 candidates will contest for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra on January 15. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.
Patna Municipal Water Supply Meets All Safety Standards
Patna's municipal water supply is now confirmed safe, meeting all quality norms. Authorities are conducting rigorous inspections and upgrading infrastructure to ensure clean water. Read the full report.
Arya.ag Raises Rs 725 Crore in Series D Funding
Agritech leader Arya.ag has raised Rs 725 crore in Series D funding. The investment will boost climate-smart farming and market-led practices for Indian farmers. Read more about this major agritech development.
Kolkata's Ruby Skywalk Project Gets New Hope
Kolkata's long-delayed Ruby crossing skywalk could see construction start this year, with RVNL likely to fund it. The aerial pathway will connect to the Hemanta Mukhopadhyay Metro station.
Shishila School Alumni Construct New Block with Rs 50 Lakh
Alumni of a 1955 government school in Karnataka's Western Ghats built new classrooms, investing nearly Rs 50 lakh through donations and voluntary labour. Discover this inspiring community effort.
1920 Gadag school transformed by community, enrolment up
A century-old government primary school in Gadag's Pethalur village gets a massive facelift through community & CSR efforts, boosting student strength from 140 to 220. Read how they did it without education dept funds.
Bengaluru ORR Rs 450cr redevelopment in two packages
Bengaluru's Outer Ring Road gets a Rs 450 crore makeover. The project will be executed in two packages with 50% state funding. Read the full details and impact.
Macquarie Invests £245M More in Southern Water
Macquarie Asset Management commits an additional £245 million to UK's Southern Water, finalising a year-long rescue deal to prevent a credit downgrade and upgrade infrastructure. Read the full story.
US pledges $10B to UN humanitarian aid, reversing Trump cuts
The US commits billions to UN humanitarian aid, marking a stark reversal from the Trump administration's funding slashes. Discover the global impact.
₹25,000 Crore Risk Guarantee Fund Planned for Infra in Budget
The Union Budget for FY26 may introduce a ₹25,000 crore risk guarantee fund to ease bank lending, revive private investment, and tackle project delays in India's crucial infrastructure sector. Read more.
Minnesota Daycare Fraud: YouTuber Claims $1.9M Govt Fund Misuse
YouTuber Nick Shirley alleges massive fraud in Minnesota daycares, showing a closed centre that received $1.9 million in government funding. Calls for accountability.
9 Arrested in Italy for Alleged Hamas Funding via Charities
Italian police arrest nine individuals accused of financing Hamas through a network of charities. The crackdown reveals a complex money trail across Europe.
US Research Cuts Hit Pittsburgh Universities, Cost Jobs
Federal research funding cuts under Trump disrupted US universities. Pittsburgh lost $24M & 104 jobs. Academic freedom and critical health disparity studies are under threat. Explore the impact.
Ludhiana shooting range faces infrastructure, funding crisis
Ludhiana's main shooting range, used by 40 daily athletes, grapples with outdated tech, slippery floors & funding delays, hindering training for state-level competitions.
Electoral Trusts Channel Rs 3,811 Crore in Corporate Donations
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.
Lottery Firm Gives Rs 110 Cr to Tamil Nadu Parties
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 Resigns Over Foreign Funding MoU Row
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.
Israel Tech Funding Hits $15.6B in 2025, Defying Odds
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 gets 12 times Congress funding in 2024-25
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.
BJP gets Rs 3,577 Cr via electoral trusts post-bond ban
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.
TDP, Jana Sena 2024-25 Donors: Pharma, Solar Firms Lead
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.
UPSC Key Dec 21: Gaganyaan Tests, Funding & Atomic Act
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.
Maharashtra Council Results 2025: Nanded, Latur Winners
Maharashtra Municipal Council election results 2025 declared for Nanded and Latur. Get the full list of winning candidates and party-wise performance analysis here.
Bagalkot Horticulture University in Rs 50 Cr Fund Crisis
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.
Telangana's ₹1,500 Cr MGNREGS Burden Under New Funding
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.
US Appeals Harvard $2.7B Funding Ruling
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.
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