ASSEMBLY-ELECTIONS
As Congress wins Karnataka, here's a look at why landslide victories are a rarity in the state
This is the first time a party has bagged more than 60 percent seat share in Karnataka since 1989. Our analysis of historical data reveals the possible reasons behind the state's aversion to landslide victories.
ASSEMBLY-ELECTIONS
Karnataka Exit Polls: How accurate were they last time?
Karnataka Elections 2023: As most exit polls predict Congress to emerge as the single largest party in the state, here's a recap of how pollsters fared during the previous Assembly election in Karnataka
ASSEMBLY-ELECTIONS
Karnataka Elections 2023: Assets of re-contesting MLAs in state climb 67% since 2018
The average value of assets of re-contesting MLAs increased to about Rs 49 crore in 2023 from Rs 29 crore in 2018, according to the Association of Democratic Reforms.
INDIA
Mann Ki Baat@100: Here’s a recap of the first episode, aired nine years ago
In his first ‘Mann Ki Baat’ speech, PM Modi had talked about promoting the Swacch Bharat Mission and the usage of khadi products, giving support to specially-abled children, and highlighted the strengths and potential of India’s large population.
INDIA
As India simmers, data on heatwave-linked mortality turns foggy
The number of heat wave days has been on the rise, but data maintained by government agencies differs from each other.
INDIA
India's population growth slows down, despite surpassing China
The country’s fertility rate, which was at 5.73 in 1950, now stands at 2. Meanwhile, life expectancy at birth is on the rise.
POLITICS
In Charts | CMs with criminal cases registered against them
Telangana’s K Chandrashekar Rao has the highest number of criminal cases against him among incumbent CMs
BUSINESS
Amul vs Nandini: Against whom do the numbers stack up?
Despite being the bigger player, Amul might find it challenging to go on a direct competition against Nandini in Bengaluru. Though the GCMMF is more than three times the size of KMF, the latter sells milk at a much cheaper rate
INDIA
India processed only 33% of e-waste it generated in FY22; Haryana, Uttarakhand lead in collection and processing
The country currently has 567 e-waste processing facilities with a total annual capacity of around 17.23 lakh tonnes. Smaller states lead in processing.
INDIA
India sees a 15.07% rise in leprosy cases in 2021-22 but funds for eradication halve
As of January 2023, India had 88,278 active cases of leprosy. At 17,014, Maharashtra has the highest number of cases, followed by Bihar at 11,318.
BUSINESS
Steps towards gender equality taken in 2022 lowest since start of the century: World Bank
At the current pace, it will take at least 50 years to close the legal gender gap when it comes to economic participation, shows data.
BUSINESS
Heavy Duty: India is getting fatter and there are economic costs
According to a recent report, more than half the world’s population could be overweight or obese by 2035. The economic impact of this could be as high as $4.32 trillion.
INDIA
Februaries are getting hotter in India, shows data
This year, India saw the highest average maximum temperature recorded in a February since 1901.
WORLD
How one year of the Russia-Ukraine war has impacted the global economy
A year into the war, rising debt among emerging markets and an increased risk of ‘geo-economic fragmentation’ are causes for concern. However, rising oil prices and supply chain disruptions have largely eased.
WORLD
A year of war: Ukraine's economy devastated, Russia stares at a bleak future
A year since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, data shows that the conflict has had a significantly negative impact on the economies of both countries. While infrastructure and economic damages to Ukraine have been huge, the Russian economy is increasingly facing constraints from western sanctions
TRENDS
One year of Russia-Ukraine War: Demand recovery in China in 2023 to play big role in crude oil prices
Crude oil prices, which climbed to a 14-year high of $140 per barrel in March 2022, have now tapered off to around $80 per barrel due to weak demand amid global inflation.
BUSINESS
Unilever homed in on India for homecare products
India is also the conglomerate’s second-biggest market overall, and is among its top five markets in all segments except ice creams
INDIA
Big Brother is watching: US records 100-fold rise in Indian immigrants caught at Mexico border
The number of Indian immigrants in the US went up more than 50 percent between 2010 and 2021, and remittances to India from the US now tops the list.
BUSINESS
Budget 2023: How rising taxes on cigarettes are burning a hole in the smoker’s pocket
The government increased excise duty on cigarettes by about 16 percent in Budget 2023-24
BUSINESS
Economic Survey 2023: Here are the key figures
The Survey was tabled in the Parliament today by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The annual publication reviews the developments in the country’s economy over the past year.
BUSINESS
In Graphic Detail | How the pandemic shot up Centre’s debt to GDP ratio
‘In Graphic Detail’ is a special series of data stories covering the Union Budget's key elements over a short and long-term period
INDIA
Republic Day 2023: How India’s relationship with the nations of past Chief Guests has evolved
Trade with France, UAE and ASEAN nations jumped substantially after their leaders were invited to attend India’s Republic Day parade as Chief Guests, shows an analysis by Moneycontrol.
BUSINESS
In Graphic Detail: The mismatch between centre’s goals and realised proceeds in disinvestment
‘In Graphic Detail’ is a special series of data stories covering the Union Budget's key elements over a short and long-term period
BUSINESS
In Graphic Detail | The huge share of interest payments in India’s expenditure
‘In Graphic Detail’ is a special series of data stories covering the Union Budget's key elements over a short and long-term period
