Funds Allocation for Rajasthan and Odisha
The Union Government has allocated funds for rural local bodies in Rajasthan and Odisha for FY 2024–25 to strengthen local governance and support community development.…
Centre-State-State Relations
Issue of State Governments Power to Levy Excise Duty on Industrial Alcohol
The issue surrounding state governments’ ability to levy excise duty on industrial alcohol primarily involves the taxation of extra-neutral alcohol (ENA), a highly distilled, food-grade…
Tamil Nadu: Issues Around Disaster Relief Funds from Centre
Premium Content! You need General Studies (GS) subscription to access this content. Join now to unlock premium content. JOIN NOW
Keralam
In recent news, the Kerala Assembly has made a significant move by passing a resolution to rename the state within the Constitution and all official…
Manipur Unrest- Background, Recent Developments & Reasons
While the northeastern state of Manipur has been restive at least since the start of 2023, a recent High Court order regarding ST status for the Meite…
Migrant Workers’ Scare in TN- Background, Recent Developments & Concerns
Following fake videos, allegedly showing anti-migrant attacks in Tamil Nadu, going viral on social media, the state government had to step up to issue…
Centralized Market of Electricity
The centre and state governments are facing fresh tensions over the power sector. The trigger is the Union government’s plan to centralize the electricity market-…
