A growing number of civic and business groups are highlighting the St. Louis metropolitan areas stagnant population as an urgent problem, and theyre pushing the regions planning organization to do something about it.
Ann McKenzie, the CHAs former chief development officer, was terminated from her role Feb. 14 and received roughly four and a half months of severance pay, according to her separation agreement.
The Election Commission's 'Special Intensive Revision' of Bihar's electoral rolls has ignited political debate, differing from past revisions. While intensive revisions aren't new, the timing of Bihar's SIR, months before assembly elections, is unusual. Unlike previous 'de novo' exercises, it builds upon the 2002-03 roll, incorporating new enumeration forms and document submission.
Rural India is experiencing an economic transformation, with a surge in the services sector driving growth. A recent report highlights that 112 rural districts, encompassing 291 million people, have exceeded a $2,000 per capita income. This milestone indicates rising prosperity and significant consumer potential, positioning rural areas as key contributors to India's consumption engine.
The latest Financial Stability Report reveals a mixed bag for Indian household debt, with consumption-driven loans outpacing asset-building loans. While most loans are held by prime borrowers, stress is building in the sub-prime category. Monetary easing is expected to alleviate debt servicing burdens, but the accumulation of debt among lower-rated borrowers warrants close monitoring to ensure financial stability.
