POLITICS

Modi Cabinet Reshuffle After Budget Session?  

Predictions point to a major cabinet reshuffle after the Budget Session in 2026, focusing on performance amid economic headwinds through 2029. While broader than MHA, this could impact home affairs portfolios, with emphasis on structural resets and new faces for administrative efficiency.   

Kerala Introduces Dedicated Elderly Budget

Kerala became the first Indian state to introduce a dedicated Elderly Budget, allocating local body funds based on ageing population needs. This initiative emphasises care economy enhancements, senior citizen welfare, and local governance reforms, marking a new trend in targeted demographic budgeting.