Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant advocated for a more equitable funding model for centrally sponsored schemes, highlighting the state's unique coastal, ecological, and tourism challenges during the pre-budget consultation for Union Budget 2026-27.
Accel India's Prashanth Prakash says 2026 startup funding will resemble 2025 levels, marking a strategic shift towards profitability over a funding winter. Read the full insight.
India's deeptech sector saw funding rise to $1.6 billion in 2025, despite a sharp drop in deal count. Capital concentrated in fewer, later-stage companies like GreenLine and Uniphore. Explore the shifting investor trends.
Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu requests urgent financial assistance from the Centre to implement the G-RAM-G scheme, highlighting the strain of the revised 60:40 funding ratio. Read the full story.
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.
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
Jalandhar is set for a major sports tech boost with a new Rs 10 crore extension centre. This initiative aims to foster innovation and create skilled jobs in the sports industry. Read more.
Karnataka's Cabinet condemns the centralised G-RAM-G, calling it a blow to federalism. The state may launch its own rural employment guarantee scheme, risking Rs 3,720 crore in central funds. Read more.
India's data centre industry is set for a 20% investment surge in 2026, driven by AI demand and sovereign cloud needs. Capacity could hit 2GW, with billions pledged by global and local giants.
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.
CapitaLand Investment raises S$150M for its India Data Centre Fund, acquiring stakes in three major projects. India's data centre capacity is set to double by 2027. Read more.
India's AI data centre capacity is set to quintuple, creating a ₹2.7 trillion investment wave. Discover five stocks positioned to benefit from this multi-year growth cycle. Invest wisely.
Deputy Commissioner Divya Prabhu GRJ inaugurated a new UIDAI Aadhaar service centre in Hubballi's Keshwapur. The centre offers registration, updates, and corrections, addressing high demand from Dharwad's student population. Learn about the services and k
The US commits billions to UN humanitarian aid, marking a stark reversal from the Trump administration's funding slashes. Discover the global impact.
A new SBI report states the Viksit Bharat Guarantee Act will make states net gainers, collectively adding nearly Rs 17,000 crore. Read the full analysis of the funding shift and state-wise impacts.
YouTuber Nick Shirley alleges massive fraud in Minnesota daycares, showing a closed centre that received $1.9 million in government funding. Calls for accountability.
Italian police arrest nine individuals accused of financing Hamas through a network of charities. The crackdown reveals a complex money trail across Europe.
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.
Senior Congress leader Rana KP accuses BJP-led Centre of trying to dismantle MGNREGA through the VB-G RAM G Bill, shifting funding burden to states. He urges Punjab govt to reject the move, vows Congress support.
A new study reveals Mangaluru offers up to 95% cost advantage over Chennai for data centres, positioning it as a key AI and cloud growth node for India's digital future. Read the full analysis.
Industrialist Gautam Adani attends the inauguration of the Sharad Pawar Centre for Excellence in AI in Pune. The event highlights their long-standing rapport amid political scrutiny. Read more.
A Christmas Eve jazz concert at Washington's Kennedy Centre was abruptly canceled after the venue's name changed to include Donald Trump. The artist pulled out in protest, sparking a major controversy. Read the full story.
Madurai's new Institute of Child Health and Research Centre, a ₹40 crore facility with 219 beds, is set to become operational by March at GRH, boosting paediatric care for southern Tamil Nadu.
SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal demands Centre withdraw VB-G RAM G Act, says it burdens states financially and hurts the poor. He seeks restoration of MGNREGA.
Punjab government considers proposal to upgrade Dhakoli CHC to a 50-bed facility. MLA Kuljit Singh Randhawa chairs review meeting, says upgrade will bring more specialist doctors.
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.
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 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'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 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.