Gig workers may get social security benefits through 2% transaction levy on businessesThe government is considering implementing a 2% transaction-based levy on aggregators to support social security for gig workers. This levy...
ETtech Explainer: Food delivery, ride-hailing firms differ on gig worker welfare levy calculationFood delivery and quick-commerce companies such as Zomato and Swiggy are seeking a levy based on the value of transactions facilitated thro...
Tamil Nadu has highest patents and research publication in 2024-25 in NITI Aayog’s India S&T ScoreboardThe NITI Aayog’s India Science and Technology (S&T) Scoreboard, launched on Tuesday, provides a comprehensive picture of India’s science an...
Govt consults seed, fertiliser firms on easing regulatory hurdlesThe Indian government is engaging with agricultural companies to address regulatory challenges that affect the sector. Consultations focus ...
Budget 2027: Customs duty relief on 118 goods under reviewThe Indian government is currently reviewing customs duty concessions applicable to 118 products set to expire. This review involves input ...
India’s small companies need to see AI as more than an artificial promiseIndia MSME news: India's micro, small and medium enterprises are exploring the adoption of artificial intelligence to enhance productivity....
Solar module cos seek more time to comply with local sourcingSolar module manufacturers in India are raising concerns about the local availability of cells for production. They have requested an exten...
Amitabh Kant pitches for development model with rural communities as producers, innovatorsKant also stressed the need to transform rural India into centres of economic activity, innovation and entrepreneurship rather than limitin...
Niti Aayog's Lahiri flags growth risks in case of further monetary policy tighteningIn India, it's essential for policymakers to harmonize growth output with inflation expectations. Niti Aayog’s Ashok Lahiri pointed out the...
Bank credit growth outpaces deposits at 17.94% as festive demand picks upBank credit expanded significantly, reaching Rs 232.54 lakh crore by mid-October 2026, showing a strong 17.94 percent growth. In contrast, ...
Banks must go beyond lending to unlock Bengal's industrial potential: NITI Aayog's Ashok LahiriNITI Aayog vice-chairman Ashok Lahiri emphasized the need for banks to facilitate connections between businesses and financial resources. H...
Centre to tap IITs, NITs for nuclear tech courses to power India's 100 GW dreamIndia is addressing the workforce challenge posed by its 100GW nuclear power goal through new courses. Leading technical institutes like II...
Assam Rifles DG reviews India-Myanmar border security, fencing work in ManipurLieutenant General Vikas Lakhera reviewed border security arrangements and fencing progress along the India-Myanmar border. His visit to Mo...
NITI Aayog member Rajiv Gauba calls for urban reformsAddressing the valedictory session of the 2nd National Urban Conclave on Sunday, Gauba called for removal of restrictive floor-area ratios ...
Cities cannot be governed from state capitals, need empowered local governments: NITI Aayog's Rajiv GaubaRajiv Gauba emphasized the need for reforms in urban governance during the National Urban Conclave. He highlighted the importance of empowe...
Parliamentary Committee on Finance to examine 46 economic issues, including virtual digital assets, AI, in FY'27Parliament’s Standing Committee on Finance, chaired by BJP MP Bhartruhari Mahtab, has selected 46 subjects for examination in 2026-27, incl...
NITI Aayog explores policies to boost India's medical and dental device manufacturing industryNITI Aayog is exploring policy measures to improve the manufacturing capabilities of medical and dental devices in India. The meeting inclu...