Category: India

Uttar Pradesh is experiencing a significant economic transformation, marked by a surge in credit distribution and industrial investment. The Credit-Deposit ratio has risen to 60%, industrial credit has doubled, and total outstanding credit has seen a 2.6x increase, reflecting enhanced financial accessibility and a manufacturing-led growth strategy. …

Uttar Pradesh, India’s breadbasket, is experiencing a dramatic agricultural transformation. Productivity has surged by over 42% since 2016-17, driven by technology, hybrid seeds, and irrigation. The state now leads in wheat and is a major producer of rice, pulses, oilseeds, and horticulture, with sugarcane remaining a vital crop. Government support…

Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi’s foreign policy, calling the US waiver on Russian oil purchases a result of exploiting a “compromised individual.” The Congress questioned this “American blackmail,” while the US stated the waiver aims to stabilize global energy amid Middle East tensions, expecting India to increase US oil imports….

Home Minister Amit Shah launched four digital tools and two mascots for India’s first digital Census 2027. The initiative includes a self-enumeration portal allowing citizens to submit household information online in 16 languages, aiming for accuracy and inclusivity in the world’s largest census exercise. …

Satyajit Ray’s filmography is capturing hearts anew in Japan, as a stunning showcase of seven of his works pulls in enthusiastic audiences. With unforgettable classics like ‘Charulata’ and ‘Mahanagar’ now drawing such a response, the screenings have been extended to accommodate fans, paving the way for a Blu-ray release. …

Scheduled Tribe members adhering to Hindu customs are not barred from the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, Chhattisgarh High Court ruled. The court set aside a family court’s rejection of a mutual divorce petition, stating that those who voluntarily follow Hindu rites cannot be excluded. …

Bihar’s ruling party, JDU, anticipates Nishant Kumar’s political debut as his father, Nitish Kumar, prepares to step down. This move aims to reassure party workers and maintain the JDU’s traditional support base, particularly among the Kurmi community. Nishant, an engineering graduate, is reportedly being considered for a Deputy Chief Minister…

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney lauded Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s dedication to citizen welfare. Carney highlighted Modi’s focus on direct delivery of programs to ordinary Indians. He also noted Modi’s relentless work ethic, stating he has not taken a day off in 25 years. Carney’s remarks followed recent meetings…

Nitish Kumar exits Bihar CM post after two decades, sparking political upheaval. Known for his strategic alliances and ideological shifts, Kumar carved a unique niche as an OBC leader focusing on “Mandal-plus” policies and women’s welfare. His political maneuvering, including caste-based strategies and welfarism, sustained his dominance for years. …

India’s fertilizer supply faces potential disruptions for the upcoming kharif season if the Strait of Hormuz blockade persists. While current stocks are healthy, reduced LNG imports for urea production could impact output. Rising global prices due to shipping route blockades may also increase government subsidy expenses. …

Prime Minister Modi held discussions with French President Macron, emphasizing a return to dialogue and diplomacy for the West Asia region. Both leaders committed to close engagement and coordinated efforts to restore peace and stability. Concurrently, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged with his counterparts from Saudi Arabia and Oman,…

Rajya Sabha nominations have set the stage for political contests in Bihar and Odisha, with new alignments tested. While Maharashtra’s NCP factions remain divided, the BJP-led NDA is strategically nominating diverse candidates to broaden its social coalition. …

The Supreme Court has taken the unprecedented step of transferring three petitions from the Allahabad High Court to itself, citing a six-year delay in delivering a verdict on a 1994 criminal case. This intervention, aimed at ensuring speedy justice, highlights concerns over the High Court’s prolonged inaction, which has also…