India plans to scrap capital gains tax on FPI investments in government securitiesIndia is set to eliminate capital gains tax for foreign portfolio investors on government securities to boost overseas capital inflows. Thi...
04 Jun, 2026, 06.21 AM IST
Cabinet approves Rs 10,000 crore fund to cap jet fuel prices; clears Rs 24,249 crore highway projectsAviation Turbine Fuel prices will be capped by state-run oil companies. The government has approved a ₹10,000 crore support scheme. This ai...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.21 AM IST
Airlines' fuel, vehicle replacement & roadways in focus as Cabinet announces key decisions worth Rs 30,290 croreThe Union Cabinet has approved significant development initiatives totaling Rs 30,290 crore. A key focus is providing Rs 10,000 crore in bu...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.15 PM IST
West Asia War: US-Iran draft 60 day-truce extension, all eyes on Trump nod, says US official; Tehran denies claimsA fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran is reportedly extended for 60 days. Formal talks on Tehran's nuclear program are set...
28 May, 2026, 11.59 PM IST
Bharat Taxi emerges as World's largest mobility cooperative with over 35 lakh users, 6 lakh driversBharat Taxi is revolutionizing mobility in Gujarat. Drivers now own the platform, receiving 100% of ride earnings. This driver-owned model ...
28 May, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
After Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway nears launch; Travel time to drop by nearly 2 hours. Check timeline, route & opening detailsLucknow-Kanpur Expressway: A new six-lane expressway connecting Lucknow and Kanpur is set to open soon. This project will drastically cut t...
16 May, 2026, 10.01 PM IST
Petrol, diesel price hike in India a matter of time if Middle East conflict persists: RBI Governor Sanjay MalhotraIndia faces potential retail fuel price hikes if the Middle East conflict persists. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra indicated this possibility...
13 May, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
Railway pensioners get DR hike: What will be monthly increase in their pension after dearness relief increases?Railway pensioners and family pensioners will receive a Dearness Relief hike. Their relief will increase from 58% to 60% of their basic pen...
12 May, 2026, 09.29 AM IST
Indian state oil refiners eye modest fuel price hike as losses mountIndian state refiners anticipate a small rise in fuel prices soon. This move aims to balance losses from the ongoing Persian Gulf war and c...
11 May, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
Govt raises sugarcane FRP by Rs 10 to Rs 365/quintal for 2026-27 seasonThe government has increased the minimum price for sugarcane. Sugar mills will now pay Rs 365 per quintal to farmers for the 2026-27 season...
05 May, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
India extends financial support to Maldives under SAARCIndia has approved a significant ₹3,000-crore currency swap for the Maldives. This move aims to bolster the island nation's economy under t...
29 Apr, 2026, 01.25 AM IST
India–New Zealand sign 'once-in-a-generation' FTAIndia and New Zealand signed a “once-in-a-generation” free trade agreement on Monday that gives New Delhi duty-free access to 100% of tarif...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.00 AM IST
West Asia conflict clouds outlook, but infra investments seen rising 45–50% through FY27–28: CrisilIndia's infrastructure investment is set for strong growth of 45-50% over the next two years. This surge is fueled by robust domestic deman...
21 Apr, 2026, 12.31 PM IST
DA hike announcement: How salaries of Level 1-18 employees will rise after 2% dearness allowance hikeDA hike for central government employees: A 2% hike in DA will take it from its current rate of 58% to 60%. With this hike, dearness relief...
18 Apr, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
Cabinet meeting key decisions: Maritime insurance pool, DA hike for 1.18 crore government staff, new rail corridor among othersThe Union Cabinet has approved significant decisions impacting infrastructure and social security. A new Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool wil...
18 Apr, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
Cabinet approves Rs 41,534 cr P&K fertilisers subsidy for kharif 2026 seasonIn a strategic move to enhance agricultural output, the government has rolled out a substantial subsidy of Rs 41,534 crore aimed at support...
08 Apr, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
PM Modi emerges as world's most popular leader with 68% approval rating: Morning ConsultPM Modi remains the world's most popular leader with a 68 per cent approval rating, according to Morning Consult. Surpassing Indira Gandhi ...
25 Mar, 2026, 09.10 PM IST