Topic
state rankings
Economy #niti aayog#investment
NITI Index: Gujarat, Maharashtra Lead First Investment Friendliness Rankings
NITI Aayog released its first-ever Investment Friendliness Index, with Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Goa, and Odisha scoring above 50. The index, based on 90 indicators and investor feedback, aims to guide state-level investment policies. NITI vice chairperson Ashok Lahiri called it a performance indicator, not a race, urging states to act amid geopolitical volatility.
Jul 18, 2026 1 source
Logistics Rail & Road #mcsap#motor carrier safety
MCSAP Bang-for-Buck Rankings: California Leads With Cheapest Inspections, Faces Funding Withhold
Analysis of federal MCSAP grant data shows California performs the most inspections at the lowest cost per inspection. However, the state faces over $198 million in withheld funding due to disputes over English proficiency enforcement and CDL issuance, threatening its inspection program.
Jul 7, 2026 1 source