Rejig of global tax reporting rules to cover digital financeThe revised guidance, issued by the central board of direct taxes (CBDT), lays down an updated compliance framework for reporting financial...
04 Aug, 2026, 12.59 AM IST
India raises windfall tax on petrol exports to Rs 3.5/litre, diesel to Rs 24/litre from August 3The government has decided to raise the windfall tax on fuel exports, now charging Rs 3.5 per litre for petrol and a steep Rs 24 per litre ...
03 Aug, 2026, 08.12 PM IST
ONGC to reserve half of new oil storage for strategic reservesIndia's Oil and Natural Gas Corp will reserve half of its planned oil storage. This new facility will meet the country's strategic petroleu...
03 Aug, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
India proposes tax relief for offshore funds using local managersIndia has proposed easing tax rules for offshore investment funds using India-based managers by removing size and investor limits, aiming t...
03 Aug, 2026, 04.09 PM IST
Govt cites global commodity, energy costs for rise in wholesale price inflationWholesale price inflation rose to 9.87 percent in June. This increase was largely driven by global commodity and energy costs. The governme...
03 Aug, 2026, 03.05 PM IST
India proposes extending tax breaks for contract manufacturing in a boost for AppleIndia has proposed extending tax exemptions until 2041 for foreign companies supplying machinery and components to contract manufacturers, ...
03 Aug, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
New Tax Bill sweetens deal for electronics makers, global investorsThe Taxation and Other Laws Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes extending electronics tax incentives until 2041, easing rules for foreign investo...
03 Aug, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
Oil PSUs' June quarter losses miss govt's ₹75,000 crore estimate by wide marginState-run oil firms reported combined net losses of ₹18,149 crore in the June quarter. This figure was significantly lower than the governm...
03 Aug, 2026, 05.00 AM IST
Corporate, personal loans drive 63% of bank credit growth: SBI research reportCorporate and retail loans fueled bank credit growth during the April-June quarter. Industry and personal loans together accounted for sixt...
02 Aug, 2026, 08.18 PM IST
Indian cigarette makers ITC, Godfrey Phillips, VST Industries see revenue and profit decline after tax hikeLeading Indian cigarette firms reported revenue and profit declines in the recent quarter. This downturn followed significant government ta...
02 Aug, 2026, 12.48 PM IST
GST collections stay on track, rise 15% in JulyIndia's July GST collections surpassed ₹2.11 lakh crore, showing a 15.4% year-on-year increase. Import GST surged significantly, contributi...
02 Aug, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Petrol could cost Rs 125/litre without ethanol blending: GovernmentThe Ministry of Petroleum defended the Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme against criticisms. It stated petrol prices would have risen signif...
01 Aug, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
L&T Energy Hydrocarbon Onshore secures partnership with Petroleum Development OmanL&T Energy Hydrocarbon Onshore has secured a significant six-year framework agreement. This partnership is with Oman's leading oil and gas ...
31 Jul, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
West Asia conflict: PM Modi directs measures to safeguard Indians, boost renewable energy pushPrime Minister Modi directed ministers to safeguard citizens and diaspora from West Asia conflict impacts. He also ordered a dedicated assi...
31 Jul, 2026, 12.43 AM IST
Govt says E20 fuel safe for vehicles, defends ethanol blending programmeThe government has defended its ethanol blending program, stating no engine damage has been found. Extensive testing and field experience c...
30 Jul, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
PNGRB plans to open city gas for external investorsThe PNGRB plans to allow third-party capital investment in city gas distribution areas. This move aims to expand natural gas reach and prom...
30 Jul, 2026, 01.19 AM IST
India plans up to quarter of 2027 LPG imports from US, sources sayIndia plans to buy a quarter of its LPG imports from the United States in 2027. This move aims to reduce Middle East reliance and support t...
28 Jul, 2026, 02.09 PM IST