Chhattisgarh Ease of Doing Business Bill 2026: First State with Risk-Trust Based Approval for 43 Services

Delhi Ease of Doing Business Bill 2026: Single-Window, Self-Declaration, No Inspection for 3 Years

The Delhi Cabinet has approved the Delhi Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026, introducing a single-window clearance system and self-declaration for low-risk businesses. This reduces bureaucratic hurdles and aims to make Delhi a more business-friendly capital. For UPSC/State PSC aspirants, this is a key example of governance reform and ease of doing business initiatives.

Chhattisgarh Tops NITI Aayog Regulatory Ease, Attracts Rs 8 Lakh Cr Investment Proposals

Chhattisgarh's ambitious Industrial Development Policy 2024-30 has drawn Rs 8 lakh crore in investment proposals, signaling a turnaround from Maoist-affected 'Red' zone to an emerging industrial hub. The state ranked first in NITI Aayog's regulatory ease category, underscoring structural reforms that decriminalized 279 business provisions and introduced risk-based approvals. This case study is crucial for understanding how governance reforms can attract investment even in conflict-affected regions.

Centre Mandates 60:40 Centre-State Funding Split for VB-G RAM-G Rural Employment Scheme

The Centre has shifted the funding pattern of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (now VB-G RAM-G) from 100% central funding to a 60:40 Centre-State split (90:10 for Himalayan/Northeast states). This marks a major fiscal federalism change, with states allocating full 40% despite political opposition. Essential for Prelims (ratio, scheme name) and Mains (fiscal federalism, rural wage floor).

Anti-Dumping Duty on Chinese TiO2: DGTR Final Findings (Aug 3, 2026) - Centre Assures KMML, TTPL

The Centre has assured Kerala of imposing anti-dumping duty on Chinese titanium dioxide following DGTR's final findings. This protects PSUs like KMML and TTPL from low-cost imports. Key for Prelims: DGTR process, anti-dumping mechanism, and dates.

Himachal Pradesh to Launch ₹10 Lakh Health Insurance Scheme for Poor Families – First State to Offer Comprehensive Coverage

Himachal Pradesh is set to launch a new health insurance scheme offering up to ₹10 lakh coverage for poor families at a nominal premium, becoming the first state to do so. This aims to ensure quality healthcare access and reduce the need for residents to travel outside the state for advanced treatment.

CAG Flags ₹3,161 Cr Power Subsidy Lapse & ₹3,217 Cr E-Procurement Irregularities in Delhi

The CAG report for 2022-23 exposes major flaws in Delhi's power subsidy scheme and e-procurement system, including wasteful subsidies to zero-consumption consumers and suspected collusive bidding. This is crucial for understanding CAG's role, subsidy targeting, and public procurement issues.

₹743.43 Cr Revenue Detected in 6 Months: Andhra AI-GST Model Wins National Acclaim at 6th Coordination Meet

Andhra Pradesh’s AI & Machine Learning-based GST administration model has been nationally acclaimed at the 6th National Co-ordination Meeting. The system detected ₹743.43 crore in revenue in just six months—more than double the previous manual process—and has sparked interest from several states. For exam aspirants, this is a key case study on AI in governance, tax administration reform, and state-level innovation.

Parliament Passes Mines and Minerals Amendment Act 2026 Overriding SC Ruling, Extinguishes Rs 2 Lakh Cr Dues

The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 restricts states from imposing specified levies on mineral rights and extinguishes ~Rs 2 lakh crore in unpaid dues. Mineral-rich states like Odisha and Jharkhand oppose it as a blow to federal fiscal autonomy, potentially losing thousands of crores annually. This reverses the financial impact of a landmark 2024 Supreme Court ruling that had empowered states to tax mineral-bearing lands.