Mahua Moitra’s expulsion from Lok Sabha in cash-for-query row underlines broken relations between opposition and treasury benches. Ethics Committee recommending expulsion without letting her cross-examine those making allegations violates principles of natural justice. Wheel has come full circle since 2005 cash-for-query scandal when BJP called MPs’ expulsion Kangaroo court act.
RBI raising its GDP growth estimate shows good macroeconomic handling
RBI raising its GDP growth estimate for 2023-24 to 7% shows economy is back on a strong footing. Growth seems to be coming from most quarters, including the long-dormant manufacturing sector. Add easing inflation to this mix, and it’s testament to government’s able macroeconomic management, during and beyond the pandemic.