From 2015 to 2024, India allocated 4.1% to 4.6% of its GDP to education, meeting international benchmarks. Despite global declines in education investment, India consistently exceeded regional counterparts like Afghanistan and Pakistan, investing more GDP and government expenditure than many Central and Southern Asian nations. Read More
Justice B V Nagarathna disagrees with the majority opinion on regulatory powers over industrial alcohol, favoring state jurisdiction solely for intoxicating liquor. She argues the 1989 judgment required clarification, not overruling, and defends state competence in public health regulation. Justice Nagarathna is set to become India’s first woman CJI in 2027. Read More
In East Bengaluru, the death toll from the Hennur building collapse reached eight, with several laborers still missing. Rescue teams have saved 14 individuals amid heavy rain. The incident, termed the city’s worst building disaster in 28 years, has led to the arrest of the building owner, his son, and the contractor. Read More
Ahead of PM Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping’s talks at the BRICS summit, Congress raises concerns over the recent announcement of an agreement with China on LAC patrolling. Congress insists that the government should clarify if the disengagement will fully restore the status quo of March 2020 and permit Indian troops to patrol... Read More
The Allahabad high court upheld its order consolidating all suits related to the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah dispute, rejecting the mosque’s plea. The court ruled that consolidation saves time and costs, ensures smooth hearings, and avoids conflicting decisions. Read More
Long-term mental wellbeing is driven more by good workplace relationships and pride in work rather than factors like workload and flexibility, according to a global study. In India, office workers showed better mental health than remote workers, highlighting the significance of team dynamics. Read More
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized maintaining stringent checks on FDI in the national interest, citing regional sensitivities, despite industry pressure. The focus is on ensuring the source of investment is secure. India aims to reach $100 billion annually in FDI, with reforms spanning central to local governance. Read More
