The Karnataka government is under fire for proposing to divert ₹11,896 crore from SC/ST welfare funds to its guarantee schemes. Dalit groups and Opposition parties have criticised the move. A final decision is expected at the SC/ST Development Council meet on August 5.
From 2014-15 to 2023-24, Telangana showcased remarkable governance and economic progress. Tax revenues soared from ₹37,477 crore to ₹1.35 lakh crore, while the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) at current prices climbed to ₹14.64 lakh crore, reflecting an 11.9% growth rate—the third highest in the country. Telangana has consistently ranked among the top three states for GSDP growth over the past three years.