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US Democrats Hesitate on New Government Shutdown
Democrats in the US are reluctant to trigger another government shutdown, fearing the severe impact on American households. Learn about the political shift and key reasons.
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
BJP Demands Probe into Rahul Gandhi's Foreign Visits
BJP leader Gourav Vallabh demands investigation into Rahul Gandhi's foreign trips after a letter from US professor Angana P. Chatterji. Calls for scrutiny of funding and political interference.
Elon Musk Pledges Major Funding for Republican Candidates
Billionaire Elon Musk announces plans to fund Republican candidates for the 2026 US midterms, warning America is 'toast' if Democrats regain Congress. Details on his political strategy inside.
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.
UPSC Mains: Digital Policing vs Rights & Electoral Trusts
Ace your UPSC GS 2 preparation with a deep dive into two critical questions: balancing digital data for law enforcement with fundamental rights, and the role of electoral trusts in political funding transparency. Essential for Mains answer writing practic
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.
UPSC Key: PRAGATI, Political Funding, RBI Policy & Data Rules
Essential UPSC insights for Dec 29, 2025: PM Modi pushes PRAGATI replication in states, analysis of political funding reforms, RBI's rupee management, and the impact of new Data Protection Rules on healthcare. Key for Prelims & Mains.
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.
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.
BJP Rs 6,900 Cr vs Congress Rs 53 Cr in Bank: EC
Election Commission disclosures reveal BJP's massive Rs 6,900 crore bank balance, dwarfing Congress's Rs 53 crore. BSP holds over Rs 580 crore. Get the full financial breakdown of India's major political parties.
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.
Congress Sees 50% Dip in Political Donations
The Indian National Congress reports a sharp 50% fall in political donations for 2023-24, raising questions about funding challenges ahead of elections. Read the full analysis.
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 donations up 53%, Congress falls in 2024-25
The BJP's political donations jumped 53% in 2024-25, while Congress and other parties saw a decline. The period covered the crucial 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Read the full analysis.
TMC's political funding triples to ₹185 crore in FY25
West Bengal's Trinamool Congress received ₹184.96 crore from 448 donors in 2024-25, a three-fold jump from previous year. The party's funding now relies on transparent electoral trusts after the scrapping of anonymous electoral bonds. Explore the key dono
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.
AAP funds triple to Rs 38.1 crore, individuals dominate donor list
Aam Aadmi Party's donations surged over threefold to Rs 38.1 crore in FY 2024-25. Over 43% came from Prudent Electoral Trust, but individual contributors formed the bulk of the party's funding, with limited corporate support.
Congress donations drop to Rs 522 crore in 2024-25
Congress party's total donations plunged to Rs 522 crore in 2024-25, less than half of previous year. BJP received over Rs 6,088 crore. Read the full analysis of political funding trends.
Corporate Donations to Electoral Trusts Triple to Rs 3,811 Cr
After the electoral bonds scheme was scrapped, corporate donations via electoral trusts tripled to Rs 3,811 crore in 2024-25. Seven major industrial groups accounted for over half the total contributions. Read the full analysis.
How Money Influences Indian Politics and Elections
Explore the growing influence of money in Indian politics, analyzing election expenditure trends, corporate funding, and the implications for democracy. Understand the financial dynamics shaping governance.
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.
BJP Donations Hit Rs 6,073 Crore After Electoral Bonds Scrapped
BJP's donations surged 53% to Rs 6,073 crore in 2024-25 after SC scrapped electoral bonds. 52% came from trusts, top donors include Serum Institute, Vedanta. Read the full analysis.
Trust Donations Jump 3-Fold After Electoral Bonds Scrapped
After Supreme Court scrapped electoral bonds, corporate-backed trusts' political donations surged over 200% to Rs 3,811 crore in FY25, with BJP receiving 82% of total funds. Explore the data and key donors.
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