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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.

Chhattisgarh Passes Rs 35,000 Crore Supplementary Budget

Chhattisgarh Vidhan Sabha approves a Rs 35,000 crore supplementary budget for the current fiscal. Finance Minister says it will boost development, but Congress attacks the state's fiscal management. Read the full story.

New Rural Job Scheme Shifts Fiscal Burden to States

The new Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Bill increases guaranteed work days to 125 but imposes a 60:40 fund-sharing model. Experts warn this could strain state finances, mirroring issues in the PMFBY. Read the analysis.

Mahavitaran Repays Rs 12,800 Crore Loan, Eyes Cheaper Power

Maharashtra's power utility Mahavitaran repays a massive Rs 12,800 crore loan ahead of schedule. This financial move aims to strengthen its balance sheet and support CM Fadnavis's promise of annual electricity tariff reductions. Read more.

CAG: 6 MP PSUs' Net Worth Eroded, Negative ₹42,410 Cr

A CAG report tabled in the MP Assembly reveals the alarming erosion of net worth in six state PSUs, with combined losses of over ₹42,410 crore. Details on power discoms, IT parks, and MSME development failures inside.

BJP Calls Telangana Summit a PR Stunt, Demands White Paper

Telangana BJP chief spokesperson NV Subhash criticises the Rising Telangana Global Summit as a costly smokescreen for Congress's financial mismanagement. He demands a White Paper on state finances. Read the full story.

1925: The Day India Abolished Cotton Excise Duty

On March 1, 1925, the Indian government abolished the excise duty on cotton, a landmark move that revitalized the domestic textile industry and boosted economic self-reliance. Discover the full story behind this pivotal fiscal decision.

Telangana, Andhra Pradesh overshoot RBI borrowing limits

Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have become India's most aggressive borrowers in 2025, overshooting RBI limits by 190% and 122% respectively. Economists warn of severe long-term fiscal stress. Read the full analysis.

UPSC Key Dec 2: Sanchar Saathi, GPS Spoofing, Obesity

Essential UPSC updates: Govt's Sanchar Saathi app directive, GPS spoofing threats, WHO's obesity guidelines, fiscal federalism debate, and India's rare-earth push. Key insights for Prelims & Mains.

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