National
Maharashtra Debt May Reach ₹9.32 Lakh Crores as Govt Seeks Fresh Budget Funds
Maharashtra debt may touch ₹9.32 lakh crore as govt seeks ₹11,995 crore more; energy, infrastructure and services get priority funding.
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fiscal discipline india
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National
Supreme Court Criticises Pre-Poll Freebie Schemes, Questions Fiscal Impact
Supreme Court questions states over pre-poll freebies and subsidy schemes, warning of fiscal strain and urging targeted welfare policies.
Business
How Freebies Drained Indian Economy: Economic Survey Backs Brazil’s Bolsa Familia Model
Economic Survey 2025-26 warns freebies are hurting state finances and urges outcome-based, time-bound welfare like Brazil’s Bolsa Familia.
