1. Market Slide: Nifty slumped sharply on expiry day, closing below 24,600 as banks dragged.

2. Strong GDP: Economy grew at 7.8% in Q1, though nominal growth slowed.

3. Tech Self-Reliance: First indigenous chip unveiled; major investments pledged in deep-tech.

4. Clean Energy Record: Renewable output surged 20%, cutting fossil fuel dependence.

5. Global Strains: PM critiqued "economic selfishness"; defence ties with Russia strengthened amid US tensions.

Sensex fell 706 points (0.87%) and Nifty dropped 211 points (0.85%) due to worries over U.S. tariffs impacting exports and economic growth 

• Goa (₹346,508) and Sikkim (₹334,518) rely heavily on tourism and hydropower—small populations, big rewards.
• Gujarat (₹206,046) & Tamil Nadu (₹189,139) flex industrial muscle—proving growth IS possible with the right policies.
• Bihar (₹33,763) & Uttar Pradesh (₹56,425)—India’s economic graveyards. Decades of central neglect, failed policies, and political apathy keep 25% of India poor. When will the ‘Heartland States’ get real reforms?