Centre releases ₹1.01 lakh cr to states ahead of festive season
Ahead of the festive season, the Centre released an additional ₹1.01 lakh crore to states for capital spending and welfare schemes. Uttar Pradesh got the highest share at ₹18,227 crore, followed by Bihar and Madhya Pradesh. The move comes alongside new GST reforms, promising simplified slabs, lower rates, and relief for common citizens and small businesses.