In a notable shift towards policy-driven planning for the future, the Union Budget of 2026 has moved away from traditional tax-heavy announcements to focus on long-term structural reforms, cost efficiency, and future-ready public expenditure. This change in approach is designed to propel India towards Viksit Bharat 2047, a vision for the nation’s development over the […]
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday criticised the 16th Finance Commission’s recommendation of allotting 4.131% of the central tax pool to Karnataka, saying the state has been shortchanged compared to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. He pointed out that several smaller states have been given a higher share despite Karnataka ranking first in per capita income and […]
In a significant move aimed at addressing the long-standing issue, the Telangana government has released Rs 720 crore to clear pending bills for its employees. The funds were disbursed by Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Saturday, January 31. The release marks a significant step in the government’s commitment to resolving […]
In a fresh escalation of political tensions in Andhra Pradesh, the residence of former minister Jogi Ramesh was attacked on Sunday, February 1st. The incident occurred just a day after violent unrest followed the arrest of another YSRCP leader, Ambati Rambabu, in Guntur. According to police reports, the attack on Ramesh’s residence in Ibrahimpatnam was […]
In the coastal city of Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, State Education Minister Nara Lokesh emphasized the government’s support for innovative projects during a visit to the Jawaharlal Nehru Technology University (JNTUK). Speaking at the ‘Hello Lokesh @ JNTUK’ programme, Lokesh highlighted the state’s potential in agriculture, aqua industries, and technology. He described the Godavari region as […]
Hyderabad – Telangana Assembly Speaker G Prasad Kumar has adjourned the hearing on disqualification petitions filed against Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender until February 18, following a request from BJP floor leader Alleti Maheshwar Reddy. The speaker’s decision means that he will miss the Supreme Court’s two-week deadline, which ends on Saturday, to dispose of the […]
In a recent development, Industries Minister T.R.B. Rajaa has emphasized the need for other Indian states to follow Tamil Nadu’s industrial growth model, which he described as focusing on excellence and inclusive growth. The assertion comes in light of the Economic Survey 2025-2026 that acknowledges Tamil Nadu as a frontrunner in industrial development. Mr. Rajaa […]
In a bid to secure a fairer distribution of taxes, Chief Minister (CM) Siddaramaiah has initiated the ‘Justice for Karnataka – Fair Share, Strong Federalism’ campaign. The campaign, launched on January 31st, 2026, aims to emphasize key demands, particularly the restoration of the tax share that was reduced from 4.71% to 3.64%. The reduction in […]
In a significant development in the ongoing investigation, the SIT has emphasized the need for the founding leader of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), KCR, to be available for questioning at his residence in Nandinagar, Hyderabad, on Sunday at 3 PM. The notice was delivered at KCR’s residence on Friday evening after the SIT held […]
In a hearing on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) concerning long-pending post-matric scholarships for minority students, the Division Bench of the Telangana High Court, led by Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh and Justice G. M. Mohiuddin, expressed strong displeasure over bureaucratic delays in the state government. During a hearing, the court highlighted that bills related […]