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Tuesday, February 3, 2026
TopicAllocation ratios

Topic: Allocation ratios

India’s wicked resource allocation problem has an answer— break UP into smaller states

Uttar Pradesh is too big and corners resources by virtue of its size. It’s unfair to other states.

Why doesn’t Maharashtra complain about allocation like South Indian states? Allocation ratios

The allocation ratio formula that the Finance Commission devised is extremely skewed. Nearly 75 per cent of the weightage, in the ultimate analysis, goes toward population.

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Floundering PM Internship Scheme has seen 44% drop out since 2024 launch. Budget deals drastic blow

Only 21 percent of interns complete programme as Centre slashes budget by over 50% after poor joining and high attrition.

CDS Gen Chauhan in Armenia, focus on deeper defence ties including new deals

Armenia has procured significant defence equipment from India, including artillery guns, multi-barrel rocket launchers, air defence system, sniper rifles, weapons locating radars, anti-drone weapons.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.