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Centre finalizes Kuki-Zo peace deal, mirroring Nagaland pact, granting autonomy and financial powers to Manipur's hill districts under Article 371C.
Debate erupts over Governor's address legality; experts question constitutional obligation and potential reforms amid rising Centre-State tensions.
FM expects fund inflow post PM-US President call; highlights private sector investment, capex implementation, and states' debt concerns.
Union Budget 2026-27 emphasizes fiscal consolidation, infrastructure development, and technology investments to achieve 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.
16th Finance Commission maintains 41% tax devolution to states, tweaks formula increasing Southern states' share; Centre accepts recommendations.
Budget 2026-27 witnesses reduced central allocations for social welfare schemes, shifting burden to states amid fiscal constraints.
Budget 2026 prioritizes domestic manufacturing, import reduction, and export acceleration amid geopolitical shifts and China's dominance in electronics and rare earth materials.
16th Finance Commission proposes ₹7.91-lakh crore grant for local bodies, doubling rural allocation to ₹4.35-lakh crore for 2026-31.
Centre shifts fiscal target to debt-GDP ratio, aiming 55% by FY27, allowing higher capex and gradual consolidation.
Economic Survey 2025-26 emphasizes strategic resilience, fiscal prudence, and addresses emerging risks like rupee depreciation and ethanol's impact.
States increasingly rely on debt over devolution for finances, raising concerns about fiscal autonomy and macroeconomic stability in India.
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