Maharashtra pitches for Belgium investmentsMaharashtra's Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis invited Belgian companies to explore investment opportunities within the state, positioning ...
04 Sep, 2026, 08.17 PM IST
Bumper FCNR(B) inflows may dilute banks' margins but boost earnings by up to Rs 11,000 crore: JefferiesThe FCNR(B) scheme’s $127 billion inflows should boost banking sector earnings by Rs 10,000–11,000 crore annually, despite potential near-t...
04 Sep, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
In 2002, San Francisco pledged to reach zero waste by 2020. 18 years later, it fell short but still diverted 80% of waste from landfills and recycled 600 tonnes each daySan Francisco pursued ambitious waste reduction goals, aiming for zero waste by 2020. Mandatory recycling and composting ordinances were en...
03 Sep, 2026, 06.03 PM IST
India wants tariff edge before signing final US trade deal: Piyush GoyalIndia awaits US tariff advantage for trade deal finalization. The agreement was announced on February 3, 2026, reducing US tariffs on India...
03 Sep, 2026, 01.43 PM IST
Farmers intensify Chandigarh border protest, seek MSP guarantee, water pact cancellationFarmers continue their protest at the Chandigarh border for a third day. They are demanding a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price on ...
03 Sep, 2026, 11.00 AM IST
Insurers plan floor for fire cover to avoid large burnsNon-life insurers are considering a minimum rate for fire insurance's natural catastrophe component. This move follows concerns about steep...
03 Sep, 2026, 01.30 AM IST
India in talks with multiple countries to develop critical minerals for domestic needs: Piyush GoyalIndia is actively seeking partnerships with nations like the US for critical mineral development. The country is also engaged in dialogues ...
02 Sep, 2026, 07.48 PM IST
Sun Pharma agrees to lower US drug prices under Trump plan; analysts see limited financial impactSun Pharmaceutical Industries will offer its drugs at prices matching other developed nations. This agreement aims to make healthcare affor...
02 Sep, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
- Can a right to collect toll become taxable payment? The GST question
A Supreme Court case questions whether a government-granted right to collect tolls constitutes non-monetary payment for highway constructio...
01 Sep, 2026, 11.17 PM IST
Revised NPS rules for subscribers: PFRDA classifies NPS schemes into five categories; how it will make scheme selection easier for youNPS subscribers will experience significant changes in pension fund categorization and presentation. A new framework standardizes scheme se...
01 Sep, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
Bank unions announce strikes on September 11 over unresolved issuesThe United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), representing over 90% of India’s banking workforce, has announced strikes on September 11 and Septe...
01 Sep, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
Sebi slaps Rs 25 lakh fine on Citrus Check Inns directorsThe Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has imposed a Rs 25 lakh penalty on three directors of Citrus Check Inns for disobeying i...
31 Aug, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
India’s in-demand economic weapon can turn a global crisis into opportunityIndia is expanding its network of labour agreements with countries around the world to connect Indian workers with job opportunities abroad...
31 Aug, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
Over 40,000 reforms carried out in last decade for ease of business; Gujarat emerges as front-runner: DPIIT SecyState governments have implemented over 40,000 reforms in the past decade. Gujarat leads these efforts, enhancing the ease of doing busines...
31 Aug, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
137th Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi highlights history website, backs drug-free youth campaignPrime Minister Narendra Modi discussed a website detailing historical rulers of Bharat. He also highlighted the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit...
30 Aug, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
Tremendous scope to improve processes, procedures to help faster flow of FDI, says Piyush GoyalIndia is streamlining foreign direct investment processes and norms. The government seeks industry ideas to improve the investment regime f...
27 Aug, 2026, 03.47 PM IST
Delhi government data to be AI-ready for effective governance service delivery to peopleChief minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday chaired a workshop of Delhi government officers, saying data systems must be interconnected to ensure...
25 Aug, 2026, 07.15 PM IST