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Fishermen are being pushed to the brink by fuel costs in Southeast AsiaRising energy, freight, and supply chain expenses are escalating seafood prices globally. Governments offer aid, but it's stretched thin, i...
Election cash doles may trigger short-term consumption boost in apparel, smartphones, liquor: CEOsCash handouts from recent state elections are expected to boost spending on items like apparel, smartphones, and electronics. Consumers, es...
Hindu votes, Modi ki guarantee: 10 big trends that decode Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu and Kerala assembly electionsAssembly election results saw the BJP secure victories in West Bengal and Assam, while Tamil Nadu witnessed a surprising debut by Thalapath...
India’s state election results are out. Is cash inflow next? Here’s a warningIndia’s state elections: New election wins in Indian states bring populist promises that could strain finances. Economists warn of wider fi...
The delimitation debate reflects our inability to eschew the politics of handouts, caste and ethnicityIndia faces a critical juncture as a proposed constitutional amendment fails. This highlights a growing divide between economically prosper...
All eyes on Bihar as state vote becomes barometer of political promisesAs the polls open in Bihar, a crucial election is underway, with voters taking to the streets to cast their ballots. Central to the campaig...
Nitish Kumar announces ₹802 crore cash handout for 16 lakh construction workers in BiharBihar CM Nitish Kumar on Wednesday announced a ₹5,000 cash transfer each to 16.05 lakh registered construction workers, totaling ₹802.46 cr...
Japan bonds tread water as wary investors await weekend electionJapanese government bonds stabilized as the market awaited upper house elections, following a selloff driven by concerns that the ruling co...
Delhi women to get Rs 2,100 per month if AAP wins assembly elections, says Arvind KejriwalArvind Kejriwal announced that every registered woman in Delhi will receive Rs 1,000 monthly, which will increase to Rs 2,100 after the ele...
Free cash everywhere! States' election win pitch with Maha freebies comes with big budget burdenThe Delhi government's proposed ₹1,000 monthly stipend for women faces financial hurdles. The Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana (MMMSY) co...
How paying women Rs 1,500 won an election in one of India's richest statesIndia's ruling BJP party used cash handouts to women to secure a landslide victory in Maharashtra's state elections. This $18 monthly payme...
Brave New World: Record gold delivery hints at significant dollar devaluationA stunning 2.8 million oz of gold was marked for delivery in last month's contract.
Cash, booze and gold: India seizures surge compared to 2014 voteIndia’s enforcement agencies are confiscating as much as one billion rupees in cash and goods each day.
India Congress party's income plan short on funding detailsCongress' minimum income plan is short on details on what it means for the nation’s fiscal consolidation path.
India said to mull $9.8 billion spending to pay cash to farmersA plan is in the works to combine all subsidies, including fertiliser costs, and instead pay farmers cash.
Election handouts threaten India's plan to curb Budget deficitsModi’s govt will miss fiscal targets for a second year in a row as it gives into populist pressures before LS polls.
Modi is said to plan cash handout for India farmers before voteThe government is weighing options including a monthly income support program for farmers.
Government to help Air India with liquidity: Jayant SinhaThe cash infusion would be put in so the , airline can “maintain its operations,” Sinha told reporters on the sidelines of an Air India-Boe...
Modi’s budget, polls, rate policy all face investors this monthWith just two years left in Modi’s tenure, the budget’s cash handouts and tax breaks offer a glimpse into who he’s wooing -- is it the midd...
Battleground Tamil Nadu: 50% poll spends flout EC code, here's how it happensThe Election Commission is worried about the growing influence of cash in campaigning — from mobilizing crowds for rallies to payouts to vo...