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While Rs 748 crore was allocated under the National Rabies Control Programme for human health, data tabled in Parliament shows Rs 35 crore approved under the Animal Husbandry Ministry’s ASCAD scheme for animal vaccination during the same period.

Two Central PSUs are investing Rs 30,000 crore in Tamil Nadu shipyards, creating 55,000 jobs. While hailed as historic, state leaders highlighted growth without acknowledging that the Centre’s undertakings are driving this transformation.

OpIndia’s RTI reveals state-wise dog bite cases across India, with Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Andhra Pradesh leading. Despite crores spent on ABC drives, millions suffer annually, while rabies deaths remain grossly under-reported in government records.

The site, launched right after the announcement of the GST Council’s latest reforms, is being pitched as a tool to make tax savings more transparent and relatable for ordinary citizens.

The minister’s reply only reiterated ABC Rules and limited central support, with no mention of Supreme Court. Yet activists and media projected it as Centre backing dog lovers against the Court’s 11th August directive.

Trump's decision to double tariffs on Indian exports targets oil-linked trade tensions. While MSMEs may face short-term setbacks, India's broader global outreach and exempted sectors are expected to cushion the blow.

Following the Pahalgam killings, NDA hails India’s decisive response through Operation Sindoor and unveils a hardline doctrine that promises swift retaliation, global engagement, and equal accountability for both terror groups and their sponsoring states.

The ABC Rules have created legal and administrative hurdles that prevent effective stray dog control, even in life-threatening cases, making Indian streets unsafe for children, the elderly, and disabled amid skyrocketing dog bite incidents.

While over 37 lakh dog bite cases were reported in 2024, the government reiterated its reliance on existing rules and guidelines, with continued emphasis on RWA compliance and no proposal for stray dog removal.

The Union Government has announced a significant policy shift by easing Sulphur emission norms for coal-fired power plants, making it mandatory only for plants located near large cities