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India's Fiscal Tensions: States vs Centre Over Funds
Recent changes to India's rural job scheme highlight deep fiscal fault lines. States argue their autonomy is eroding as the Centre pushes co-financing. Explore the data on tax shares, cesses, and political penalties.
India's Fiscal Discipline Tested Amid Rising Subsidies
India aims to stick to its medium-term fiscal deficit target of 4.3% in FY26, buoyed by a record RBI dividend. However, rising subsidy costs and lower nominal GDP growth present significant challenges to consolidation. Explore the details.
CAG: States' Fiscal Health Fragile as Debt Mounts
CAG report reveals Indian states face mounting fiscal stress with rising debt and rigid spending, limiting investment capacity. Key findings on revenue, deficits, and liquidity concerns.
India's fiscal deficit at 62.3% of FY26 target
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.
GST Cuts Hit Revenue, Fiscal Deficit Widens to 62.3%
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.
Punjab AAP Govt Faces Economic Challenges in Year-End Wrap
Punjab's AAP government grapples with fiscal strain, debt burden, and GST compensation loss in 2024. Can it navigate the economic headwinds? Read our analysis.
Govt fiscal deficit at 62.3% of FY26 target by November
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.
Fiscal deficit hits 62.3% of budget estimate in Nov 2025
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.
CapitaLand raises $117M for India data centre fund
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.
5 Stocks for India's AI Data Centre Boom
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.
New UIDAI Aadhaar Centre Inaugurated in Hubballi
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
Mangaluru Data Centre Feasibility Study 2025 Released
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.
Adani Attends Sharad Pawar's AI Centre Launch in Pune
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.
India's Q3 GDP Growth Hits 8.4%, FY24 Estimate Raised to 7.6%
India's economy surges with 8.4% GDP growth in Q3 FY24, exceeding expectations. The government revises full-year growth estimate to 7.6%. Discover the key drivers and sectoral performance behind this robust expansion.
India's GDP Growth at 8.2% in Q2, RBI Ups Forecast
India's economy shows robust post-Covid recovery with 8.2% GDP growth in Q2 2025-26. RBI revises full-year estimate to 7.3% as inflation stays benign. Read the full analysis.
CII Urges Fiscal Reforms, Tech in Tax in Budget 2026-27
CII urges institutional reforms & fiscal consolidation in Budget 2026-27 for growth. Key asks: tech to curb tax evasion, debt control, PSU privatisation, and revamping food distribution. Read more.
Trump Name on Kennedy Centre Cancels Christmas Jazz Concert
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.
India's Economy Set for 2026 Payoff Phase
India's economy is poised to reap the benefits of past reforms in 2026, with projected growth of 7% or higher. Learn how tax cuts, rate easing, and regulatory changes are fueling momentum despite external trade tensions.
Shankar Sharma on India's economic slowdown, capex risks
Market veteran Shankar Sharma warns India's economic slowdown is a 'giant battleship' hard to turn. He cites fiscal constraints, weak tax growth, and rupee pressures limiting a 2026 revival. Read his full analysis.
Women's Cash Transfers Surge to Rs 2.46 Lakh Cr, Cover 13 Crore
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.
New ₹40 Crore Child Health Centre in Madurai Opens in March
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.
Dhakoli CHC to get upgraded 50-bed health facility
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.
AI Data Centre Boom: Echoes of 1990s Telecom Bubble
McKinsey forecasts $5.2 trillion in AI infrastructure spending, but weak demand and risky finance models spark fears of a dotcom-style bust. Read the full analysis.
Direct Tax Collections Up 8%, Refunds Down 13.5%
India's net direct tax collections grew 8% to Rs 17.05 lakh crore till Dec 17, boosted by a sharp 13.5% fall in refunds. Advance tax up 4.27%. Read the full analysis.
Jhansi Deputy CM Furious Over Rusty Dental Tools, Poor Hygiene
Deputy CM Brijesh Pathak discovered rusted equipment, non-functional sterilizer at Jhansi's Gursarai CHC. He ordered the dental surgeon's transfer to a remote location and a fine. CMO has initiated an inquiry.
FM Sitharaman: Debt Reduction Key Focus for 2026-27
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman states reducing debt will be a primary goal in 2026-27. Data reveals 11 states have debt-to-GSDP ratios at 35% or more this fiscal year. Get the full analysis.
Sitharaman: States Must Adopt Centre's Fiscal Transparency
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights the Centre's success in reducing debt-to-GDP ratio post-Covid and calls for states to emulate its fiscal management and transparency goals. Read more.
Madurai inspects colleges for 2026 election counting centres
Madurai collector inspects colleges for alternate 2026 assembly vote counting centres after HC barred use of medical college. Details on facilities checked and officials involved.
New Ghaziabad Animal Birth Control Centre Opens in Vijay Nagar
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
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