World Bank data reveals India ranks fourth globally in income equality, boasting a Gini Index of 25.5 in 2022. This places India ahead of China, the United States, and many G7 and G20 nations. The country's Gini Index improved from 28.8 in 2011, reflecting progress in combining economic growth with social equity, lifting 171 million out of extreme poverty.
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Amidst internal discord within the Karnataka Congress, the central leadership has dismissed rumors of a change in leadership. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar affirmed that leadership transitions were not under discussion, emphasizing the importance of the 2028 elections. The party has warned against public statements that fuel speculation, prioritizing the strengthening of CM Siddaramaiah's government.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar supported Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's decision to abstain from signing a joint statement at the SCO Defence Ministers' meeting in China. Jaishankar emphasized that the SCO's primary objective is to combat terrorism. However, one member nation blocked any reference to terrorism in the outcome document.
Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board will likely announce the second Pre-University Course Exam 3 results today. Students can check scores on karresults.nic.in or kseab.karnataka.gov.in. Candidates need their register number and date of birth to access results. Exam 3 occurred from June 9 to June 21, 2025. This offers students a third chance to clear exams.
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