The Centre anticipates saving ₹30,000 crore in centrally sponsored schemes this fiscal year due to delayed state spending and improved monitoring. These savings may be allocated to other expenditures. Key flagship schemes under scrutiny include Ayushman Bharat and MGNREGS. Efforts to rationalise scheme numbers and funding shares between the Centre and states are ongoing.
Paul Black’s 3 thumb rules for identifying great wealth creators
Veteran portfolio manager Paul Black’s investment framework focuses on identifying businesses with competitive advantages that strengthen over time. His three key rules emphasise widening moats,