New rural job scheme VB-G RAM-G pays 10% more than MGNREGAThe government has boosted rural employment wages by over 10% with the new Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission-Gramin, ...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.34 AM IST
Cut GST on smartphones below Rs 25,000 to 5%: GT Bharat-PWIF reportA new whitepaper suggests a significant GST reduction on smartphones under Rs 25,000 to 5%, while retaining 18% for pricier models. This mo...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.51 PM IST
Bitcoin falls to 21-month low on Strategy, rate-hike fearsBitcoin has plunged to a 21-month low, driven by anticipated interest rate hikes and worries over a major corporate buyer's shifting strate...
01 Jul, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
Dragon trails on AI bullet train as stocks shed most since 2001Chinese stocks are experiencing a significant downturn in 2026, with the MSCI China Index plummeting 15%, marking its worst performance glo...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.19 AM IST
New macro indicators in the works to track Viksit Bharat progressIndia is crafting a robust Viksit Bharat Sankalp indicator framework, featuring around 385 macro indicators, to meticulously track its jour...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
E25 petrol blend's test drive begins; study report expected by end of next yearIndia is embarking on testing E25 petrol, which contains 25% ethanol, to evaluate its capabilities in vehicles. This initiative seeks to bo...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
Emerging technologies will define next phase of India-US ties: Ambassador KwatraEmerging technologies like AI and semiconductors will spearhead India-US cooperation, according to Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra. India is ...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.50 AM IST
Aarogya Setu 2.0 launched: 5 new features that let you access health records and nearby Ayushman servicesAarogya Setu 2.0, a new Personal Health Record app, launched today, offering users access to health services, secure record storage, and ne...
29 Jun, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
BPCL to buy 40% stake in Tiki Tar and Shell India for Rs 85 croreBharat Petroleum Corporation is set to acquire a 40% stake in Tiki Tar and Shell India for Rs 85 crore, bolstering its presence in India's ...
29 Jun, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
Karnataka CM Shivakumar warns of ban on pan masala, gutka containing narcotic substancesKarnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has vowed to ban pan masala and gutka if found laced with intoxicating substances, warning manufact...
28 Jun, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
Amit Shah launches Bharat Taxi across 9 Gujarat citiesUnion Home Minister Amit Shah has launched 'Bharat Taxi', a cooperative-sector taxi service, across ten major Gujarat cities. This initiati...
27 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Bharat Taxi to expand to over 500 cities in two years: Union minister Amit ShahUnion Minister Amit Shah announced Bharat Taxi's ambitious expansion to over 500 cities within two years, including major metros like Mumba...
27 Jun, 2026, 07.05 PM IST
Axis Bank aims to strike optimal balance between growth and margins: MDAxis Bank is poised for industry-leading growth while balancing profitability, according to MD and CEO Amitabh Chaudhry. Despite a dip in n...
25 Jun, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
Ladakh observes complete shutdown, accuses Centre of 'dilly dallying' over pending demandsLadakh observed a complete shutdown Tuesday as residents protested alleged broken promises by the Union home ministry. Hundreds gathered in...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.26 AM IST
Telangana school bandh today: Why ABVP is protesting and what it means for studentsTelangana schools face potential disruption today as ABVP calls for a statewide bandh, protesting alleged government neglect of public educ...
23 Jun, 2026, 09.43 AM IST
Bharat Electronics shares in focus after defence PSU wins orders worth Rs 1,081 croreBharat Electronics shares are in focus following a significant Rs 1,081 crore order win, adding to previous gains. The defence PSU reported...
23 Jun, 2026, 08.59 AM IST
National Highway shutdown by Kuki groups continuesThe emergency shutdown of National Highway-2 in Manipur by Kuki civil society groups continued for a second day, blocking key stretches in ...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.12 AM IST