Democracy

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi secures a third term, analysts in Islamabad and Rawalpindi are bracing for a continued era of hardened Indian foreign policy. AlwaysFirst delves into the strategic, political, and ideological reasons why Pakistan’s establishment perceives Modi’s leadership as a significant and enduring challenge to its regional standing.

In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has issued a stern warning to the Election Commission of India regarding its Special Summary Revision (SR) drive in Bihar. The bench made it clear that it would not hesitate to invalidate the entire voter list if any eligible voters were wrongfully deleted, putting the poll…

In a significant constitutional event at Rashtrapati Bhavan, senior BJP leader and former Governor of Jharkhand, C.P. Radhakrishnan, was sworn in as the 15th Vice President of India. The ceremony, presided over by President Droupadi Murmu, marks the beginning of a new term for the country’s second-highest constitutional office.

In the wake of devastating floods across multiple states, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured affected citizens that the Centre is providing full support. Following a high-level review meeting, a comprehensive plan involving immediate financial aid, enhanced military deployment, and long-term recovery efforts has been activated.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman provides a clear-eyed explanation for why petrol and diesel remain outside the GST regime, pointing to a critical consensus hurdle among states. Discover the massive revenue implications and the political calculus that keeps fuel taxes a national debate.

The Finance Act 2025 promised a simpler tax structure, but a key provision for small taxpayers is causing confusion. AlwaysFirst investigates whether the promised ‘zero penalty’ privilege has been silently altered and what it means for the average salaried individual filing their returns.

Fresh GDP data from India reveals an economy firing on all cylinders, showcasing remarkable resilience and growth. This robust performance stands in stark contrast to recent critical assessments from international figures, forcing a global re-evaluation of the world’s fastest-growing major economy.

A newly proposed clause in the Income Tax Act is sparking a fierce national debate. The provision grants tax authorities the power to demand access to any private device or account, potentially overriding passwords and encryption. AlwaysFirst delves into whether this is a necessary weapon against tax evasion or an unprecedented threat to citizen privacy.

AlwaysFirst reports: The Centre has officially notified the rules for the landmark Income Tax Act, 2025, just days after the bill received President Droupadi Murmu’s assent. This pivotal move signals the operational start of a new tax framework designed to simplify compliance and modernize India’s direct tax system. Here’s what it entails.

In a landmark move for electoral accessibility, the Supreme Court has mandated that Bihar voters can now use Aadhaar or any of 11 specified documents to file claims and objections. The court delivered sharp criticism to political parties for their delayed action on cleaning up the state’s voter rolls.