Tamil Nadu's Housing, Prohibition and Excise Minister S Muthusamy announced plans to gradually reduce Tasmac liquor shops and relocate those in residential areas, while emphasizing awareness campaigns and defending government welfare schemes.
Union Budget 2026-27 targets indigenous tech capabilities across semiconductors, rare earths, and AI, positioning India as a strategic global partner in the technology value chain.
The Delhi Cabinet has approved a new scheme to provide free LPG cylinders to eligible households during the Holi and Diwali festivals, aiming to ease financial burdens and promote clean cooking fuel usage.
The Union Budget 2026-27 shows telecom receipts up 71% to ₹1.4 trillion, but significant portions involve non-cash transactions with state-owned BSNL through equity shares rather than actual revenue.
Bihar, Assam, and Chhattisgarh emerge as top performers in India's smart electricity meter rollout, with nearly 5.3 crore installations nationwide under RDSS and state schemes, enhancing consumer control and reducing power losses.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has set a new Guinness World Record by distributing 4,000 electric cycles within 24 hours, marking a significant milestone in India's green mobility initiatives.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's announcement to build women's hostels in every Indian district receives praise but raises questions about safety protocols and implementation timelines.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces record Rs 14,205 crore allocation for West Bengal in 2026-27 budget, triple the 2009-14 average. Includes high-speed rail, safety tech, and station redevelopment.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami welcomes Union Budget 2026-27, highlighting focus on infrastructure, MSMEs, and mountain tourism to benefit hill states.
The Union Budget 2024-25 emphasizes agri-tech, high-value crops, and diversification to boost farmer incomes and agricultural sustainability. Key initiatives include digital infrastructure and crop diversification.
India's inaugural bullet train project will pass through Bihar, connecting Varanasi, Patna, and Siliguri. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw hails it as a transformative infrastructure development set to revolutionize regional connectivity by 2026.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath mandates a new seed policy focusing on high-yield, climate-resilient varieties. Plans include 5 Seed Parks, solar-powered irrigation, and intercropping to boost farm productivity and income.
Uttar Pradesh government announces establishment of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Employment and Industrial Zones in all districts to link industrial growth with employment, skill development and entrepreneurship.
Budget 2026 introduces a key amendment exempting compensation from compulsory land acquisition under the RFCTLARR Act from income tax, benefiting individuals and HUFs in infrastructure projects.
E Sreedharan inaugurated an office in Ponnani to prepare a detailed project report for a proposed high-speed rail corridor in Kerala. The project, estimated at Rs 13.1 crore, aims to connect Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur in 3.15 hours.
Finance Minister proposes electronic filing for lower/nil TDS certificates, easing compliance for small taxpayers currently facing manual application delays and follow-ups.
Union Budget 2026 allocates Rs 2,911 crore for railway expansion in Himachal Pradesh, a 27-fold increase from Congress era. Projects worth Rs 17,711 crore underway.
Uttar Pradesh is close to completing development projects worth Rs 92,000 crore. The government has approved two new bullet train corridors—Delhi-Varanasi and Varanasi-Siliguri—to revolutionize travel.
The 16th Finance Commission has maintained states' share at 41% while adjusting criteria to increase southern states' allocation from 15.8% to 17%, addressing cesses and equity concerns.
Union Budget allocates record funds for railway development in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh. Focus on high-speed connectivity, station redevelopment, and 100% electrification.
Haryana cabinet led by CM Nayab Singh Saini approves nursing home policy for residential areas, infrastructure fee rationalization, MSME incentives, and Group D recruitment changes.
BJP MP Anurag Thakur clarifies Himachal Pradesh's share in the divisible pool increased to 0.914% under the 16th Finance Commission, bringing Rs 2,388 crore extra in 2025-26, while addressing revenue deficit grant discontinuation.
The 16th Finance Commission flags fiscal risks from unconditional cash transfers, citing Maharashtra, Odisha, and Jharkhand. It calls for sunset clauses and review mechanisms to prevent state budget destabilization.
The Union Budget 2026 provides crucial support to Karnataka's plantation industry as KSDL faces sandalwood shortages affecting Mysore Sandal soap production.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has unveiled a significant investment of Rs 7,748 crore for railway projects in Karnataka, focusing on infrastructure upgrades and new developments to enhance connectivity across the state.
Karnataka Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar announced resolution of issues for 20,000 Gruha Lakshmi beneficiaries, citing GST and Income Tax data verification during Assembly session.
The Union government has sanctioned ₹2,100 crore to Tamil Nadu to clear pending MGNREGS wage dues. The funds will be released in phases starting February, addressing a key state demand amid ongoing funding disputes.
The Indian government utilized merely 5% of allocated funds for its flagship employment and skilling package in FY 2025-26, sparking concerns over implementation and targeting.
Ahmedabad passengers to benefit from new high-speed rail corridors cutting travel time dramatically. Union Budget proposes 4,000 km bullet train routes with Ahmedabad-Mumbai extension to Pune, Hyderabad. Gujarat gets Rs 1.29 lakh crore railway upgrades.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to lay the foundation stone for Jaipur Metro Line 2 this fiscal year, marking a significant expansion of the city's metro network. The Jaipur Metro Railway Corporation (JMRC) will be renamed Rajasthan Metro Railway