GST rate reductions impact tax revenues, pushing Centre's fiscal deficit to 62.3% of target. States face higher borrowing costs. A year of tough expenditure cuts ahead to meet deficit goals. Read the full analysis.
Saudi Arabia unveils a detailed SR217 billion borrowing strategy for 2026 to fund its budget deficit and manage debt repayments, focusing on sustainability and market diversification. Discover the Kingdom's financial roadmap.
The declaration of Amritsar's walled city as a 'holy city' has sparked light-hearted family debates about identity. Residents inside joke about being 'holy,' teasing relatives outside. Explore how policy shapes social bonds.
New York City's new Mayor Zohran Mamdani promises aggressive taxation and redistribution, but inherits a budget set for deep deficits. Analysis of the fiscal challenge ahead. Read more.
Sikh rapper Babbu Singh performed at Zohran Mamdani's historic NYC mayoral inauguration, blending Punjabi beats with New York pride. Read about the multicultural celebration and the online reactions it sparked.
Zohran Mamdani, 34, makes history as New York City's youngest, first Muslim, and first Indian-origin mayor. His inauguration in a decommissioned subway station marks a bold progressive shift. Read the full story.
Zohran Mamdani becomes NYC's first Muslim, South Asian, and youngest mayor. His ambitious agenda for free childcare and housing now faces the hard task of funding without hurting the city's dynamism.
Zohran Mamdani pledges to uphold US Constitution and New York laws in symbolic ceremony at an old subway station. Attorney General Letitia James administers oath. Read the full story.
Indian-origin Zohran Mamdani, 34, sworn in as NYC's first Muslim mayor in historic midnight ceremony at City Hall subway station. Read the full story.
India ushered in 2026 with grand celebrations. From midnight parties at Connaught Place to prayers at Golden Temple, see how the nation celebrated with optimism and joy.
Democrat Zohran Mamdani begins term as NYC mayor with two swearing-ins: a private midnight event and a public ceremony with Bernie Sanders. Read about the historic celebrations.
India's fiscal deficit for April-November hits ₹9.76 lakh crore, cushioned by strong non-tax revenue. Tax collections lag, impacted by rebates and GST changes. Read the full analysis.
India's fiscal deficit for April-November FY26 reached 62.3% of the annual target, impacted by GST rate cuts. Tax revenue lags while expenditure rises. Key details inside.
India's fiscal deficit reached Rs 9.76 lakh crore by November 2025, covering 62.3% of the full-year target. Explore the details on revenue and expenditure trends shaping the economy.
Government data reveals India's fiscal deficit touched 62.3% of the full-year target by November 2025. The Centre's budget aims for a 4.4% GDP deficit in FY26. Read the full analysis.
New York's Times Square Ball Drop will feature a red, white, and blue redesign for 2026, marking the US's 250th anniversary. Discover the historic changes and new patriotic additions to the celebration.
Zohran Mamdani becomes New York City's mayor in a private ceremony at the abandoned Old City Hall subway station. Read about the symbolic choice and the public inauguration with Bernie Sanders.
As the US welcomes 2026, a bomb cyclone and winter storm Ezra bring extreme cold, snow, and travel disruptions. Check forecasts for New York, California, and more.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a crucial meeting with leading economists and sectoral experts to gather inputs for the Union Budget 2026-27, focusing on growth, jobs, and reforms.
Tired of expensive New Year parties? Discover how to celebrate New Year's Eve 2024 on a budget with cozy decor, simple food, and meaningful rituals. Welcome 2025 with peace, not panic.
Indonesia is constructing a green metropolis in the jungle to escape traffic and crowds. Discover the vision, the reality for new residents, and the uncertain future of this ambitious project.
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's 'New Era' block party on New Year's Day will need 350-400 police officers, costing an estimated ₹4.15+ crore in overtime, drawing criticism from law enforcement sources. Read the full story.
New York Islanders' star Bo Horvat is set to return from a lower-body injury against the New York Rangers. Get the latest updates on his recovery and impact.
The 2025 MLB season saw star players like Mike Trout and Giancarlo Stanton falter, while high-payroll teams like the Yankees and Mets collapsed. Read the full analysis of the season's biggest failures.
A powerful winter storm blankets New York City and surrounding areas, causing travel chaos and school closures. Get the latest updates on snowfall totals and weather forecasts.
Mangaluru City Corporation invites citizens, RWAs, and NGOs to a public consultation on Monday to shape the 2026-27 budget. Share your voice!
New York Yankees explore Austin Hays as Cody Bellinger alternative. Mets trade for Ketel Marte heats up with young pitchers in talks. Get the latest MLB offseason updates.
City Football Group sells its stake in Mumbai City FC, dealing a major blow to Indian football amid an unprecedented league suspension. Will other investors follow?
Yokohama presents its pioneering circular city model at the Asia Smart City Conference, highlighting sustainable urban solutions and partnerships for a resilient future. Discover the key insights.
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.