Democracy

As the Delhi Assembly elections approach, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) highlights its ten-year track record of providing significant subsidies to residents. Here’s a breakdown of the Rs 37,000 crore spent by the Delhi government on subsidies over the last decade, reflecting its policy priorities. 1. Free Power 2. Free Water 3. Pink Passes for…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his government’s unwavering focus on rural upliftment and development during the inauguration of the Grameen Bharat Mahotsav 2025 at Bharat Mandapam. He stressed the government’s commitment to providing rural Indians with essential amenities, opportunities, and an improved quality of life to reduce migration and boost self-reliance within villages. Key Highlights…

Highlights: Curious Corner: Chess is often regarded as a metaphor for strategic thinking and resilience. How do moments like Humpy’s interaction with national leaders shape an athlete’s approach to representing their country on a global platform?

Key Highlights: Curious Corner: What steps should global leaders take to prevent and respond to acts of terrorism more effectively?

Key Highlights The Plan The Indian government is reportedly planning to introduce a tax cut for middle-class taxpayers earning up to ₹10.5 lakh annually. If implemented, this move could benefit millions, particularly urban taxpayers struggling with high living costs. Under the current tax regime, introduced in 2020, incomes between ₹3 lakh and ₹10.5 lakh are…

Summary: Why Aren’t States Ready to Bring ATF Under GST? At the 55th GST Council meeting in Jaisalmer, a key point of debate was whether aviation turbine fuel (ATF) should fall under the GST umbrella. However, states resisted this proposal, reasoning that ATF is closely tied to the broader crude petroleum and diesel basket. Removing…

The Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill and The Union Territories Amendment Bill, both aimed at facilitating One Nation, One Election, were introduced in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday amid sharp debates and opposition protests. Highlights of the Bills Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, introducing the bills, argued: Division of Votes The Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill saw…

News Summary What Makes ‘One Nation, One Election’ Controversial? Union Home Minister Amit Shah presented a strong case for ‘One Nation, One Election’ during the Agenda Aaj Tak event, arguing that simultaneous elections could streamline governance and save resources. The proposal aims to align Assembly and General Elections across India, which Shah believes would eliminate…

News Summary Why Is Omar Abdullah Pushing for Statehood Now? In an interview with PTI, Omar Abdullah emphasized the need for statehood for Jammu and Kashmir, dismissing the Union Territory governance as ineffective. He described the existence of “two power centres” – the elected local leadership and the Centre-appointed administration – as confusing and counterproductive.…