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China Launches $14B State VC Fund for Tech Champions

China launches a massive national venture capital fund worth 100 billion yuan to foster homegrown tech firms in semiconductors, AI, and quantum tech. Learn how this state-backed push aims to counter US competition.

India's Security Challenge Beyond Magical Thinking

As America's new security doctrine leans on hopeful assumptions, India faces real threats from climate, commerce, and conflict. Expert analysis reveals why pragmatic strategy is non-negotiable for New Delhi. Read more.

Govt weighs ₹5,000 cr infusion for 3 PSU insurers

The Indian government is considering a fresh capital infusion of up to ₹5,000 crore into three struggling state-owned general insurers to shore up solvency and enable future reforms like consolidation or sale. Read the full analysis.

Delhi BS-VI Vehicle Ban Reopens Old NCR Planning Wounds

Delhi's new ban on non-BSVI private vehicles from NCR states reignites debate over the failed concept of a seamless National Capital Region. Experts call the move a crude pollution fix, highlighting decades of planning paralysis.

Wakefit gets ₹186 cr pre-IPO investment from funds

Wakefit Innovations secures ₹186 crore from Steadview, WhiteOak, and others in a secondary deal before its ₹1,289 crore IPO opens. The home furnishings giant also raised ₹580 crore from anchor investors. Details inside.

New Tobacco Tax Regime Targets Pan Masala Variants

FM Nirmala Sitharaman explains new Health & National Security Cess to replace GST compensation levy. Bill aims to stop tax evasion on pan masala, secure funds for public health and defence. Read more.

December Social Security Payment Dates & 2026 COLA

Social Security payments for December follow the usual schedule. This is the final round before a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) boosts checks in January 2026. Check your payment date here.

New Health Security Cess on Tobacco, Pan Masala in Lok Sabha

The Lok Sabha introduced the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025. Once the compensation cess ends, tobacco will attract GST plus excise, while pan masala will face GST plus the new cess. Read the full details.

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