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Podcast: Daily News Dose
Episode: Blanket freebie ahead of polls could hamper development: SC | Top News of Feb 19, 2026
Description: The Supreme Court made strong oral observations about the growing trend of state governments announcing “freebies” ahead of elections. The court questioned whether the practice risks undermining the nation’s long-term development. So what prompted the apex court to remark on the freebie culture?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.