Category: States

The fourth National Conference of Chief Secretaries is taking place in New Delhi, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which aims to enhance cooperation between Central and State Governments. The focus is on cooperative federalism to ensure effective coordination for accelerated growth and development. Conference Background The first conference occurred in Dharamshala in June 2022.…

The Karnataka Cabinet has recently approved new guidelines, to facilitate the transfer of surplus funds between government corporations, which aims to improve financial efficiency and reduce reliance on high-interest loans. Surplus Fund Transfers Profit-making corporations can now share excess funds. This transfer will occur instead of seeking loans from banks. For instance, Karnataka State Beverages…

The 25th Hornbill Festival of Nagaland is currently underway and has sparked discussions about the state’s liquor ban. The tourism minister has announced that Indian-made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) will be allowed. This decision has faced backlash from church organizations and they oppose the sale of alcohol, including traditional rice beer, at the festival. Hornbill Festival…

The Union Cabinet has recently approved the metro corridor, which includes the Rithala-Narela-Nathupur (Kundli) stretch, aiming to enhance connectivity in the National Capital Region (NCR) as part of the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation’s (DMRC) Phase-IV expansion. Project Overview The corridor will span 26.46 kilometers, which is estimated to cost ₹6,230 crores. Completion is expected within…

The Rajya Sabha has recently passed the Boilers Bill 2024, replacing the Boilers Act of 1923, which aims to enhance safety for workers operating boilers. The bill also facilitates easier business operations, especially for MSMEs. Certain offenses have been decriminalized under this new framework. Key Objectives of the Bill The Boilers Bill focuses on improving…

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has made history as Namibia’s first female president and she was elected with 57% of the votes. This victory ensures the continuation of the SWAPO party’s 34-year rule. Her main opponent, Panduleni Itula, received 26% of the votes. The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) plans to challenge the election results. Election Context The…

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has sanctioned Rs 1,750 crore for the Tato-I Hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh, which aims to enhance power supply in the region. Project Overview The Tato-I Hydro Electric Project will feature a total capacity of 186 MW, which will consist of three units,…

Hemant Soren, leader of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), will be sworn in as Chief Minister on November 28. His party achieved victory in the recent state elections. Soren announced the oath-taking ceremony date during a media interaction. Election Results Overview The JMM-led INDIA alliance secured a decisive win in the 81-seat Jharkhand Assembly. They…

The Andhra Pradesh government has recently ceased the collection of garbage tax. This decision follows the introduction of a bill by Municipal Administration Minister P. Narayana. The State Legislative Assembly approved the bill on November 21, 2024, which aims to investigate the previous government’s handling of the tax. Background of the Garbage Tax The garbage…

The Nagaland government announced the creation of Meluri as the 17th district of the state. This upgrade from a sub-division to a full district marks administrative changes in the region. Meluri is notable for being predominantly inhabited by the Pochury Naga tribe. It also shares an international border with Myanmar. Background of District Creation In…