Friday, 1 August 2025 () Himachal Pradesh, grappling with a massive debt of Rs 1 lakh crore, is reintroducing lotteries after a 25-year ban, aiming to generate Rs 50-100 crore annually. Inspired by the success of other states like Kerala and Punjab, the government hopes to alleviate financial strain caused by reduced central assistance and disaster recovery expenses.
Addressing a public rally in Kashi, Prime Minister Modi called the PM-Kisan scheme a testament to the BJP government's honest delivery, highlighting how ₹3.75 lakh crore was directly transferred to farmers without any cuts or commissions. He accused Congress and Samajwadi Party of misleading...