Kerala to offer free bus travel for women from June 15 at Rs 800 crore yearly costKerala is launching free bus travel for women on ordinary KSRTC services starting June 15. This 'Priyadarshini' scheme benefits women of al...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.34 PM IST
What steps India has taken to stem pressure on its external balance of paymentsIndia is taking steps to manage its currency's decline. Higher duties on gold and silver imports are in place. Import rules for silver have...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.38 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
India, Oman trade pact to come into force from June 1; Check what's insideIndia and Oman's Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, CEPA, begins on June 1. This pact offers Indian exports 100% duty-free acces...
31 May, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
US announces charges against former Cuban leader Raul Castro in 1996 aircraft shootdownUS prosecutors have charged former Cuban President Raul Castro. The charges relate to the 1996 downing of civilian planes. Four Americans d...
21 May, 2026, 09.36 AM IST
India's gold import: How it impacts our economy | An explainerIndia's gold imports are at an all-time high, reaching $71.98 billion in 2025-26. This surge is driven by increased prices and trade agreem...
12 May, 2026, 10.26 AM IST
Old vs new tax regime: Key differences that you must know before ITR filing for tax year 2026-27The new tax regime offers lower rates but removes many deductions, making a thorough comparison with the old regime crucial. While both reg...
05 May, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
US fights to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the UAE comes under attack in a test of Iran truceThe United States said it reopened a shipping lane in the Strait of Hormuz after engaging Iranian forces, sinking six boats that were targe...
05 May, 2026, 08.47 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
Explained | What’s inside India–New Zealand FTA: Tariff cuts, services push, farm safeguards & moreInd NZ FTA Agreement: India and New Zealand signed a significant free trade agreement. This pact opens doors for goods, services, and inves...
27 Apr, 2026, 04.35 PM IST
India–New Zealand FTA likely to be signed on April 24, may bring $20 billion investment boost over 15 yearsIndia and New Zealand prepare to launch an ambitious Free Trade Agreement on April 24 that promises to reshape their economic ties. This gr...
07 Apr, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
Delhi Assembly Polls: Arvind Kejriwal announces free bus, metro concessions for students if AAP returns to powerArvind Kejriwal announced that if AAP retains power, male students in Delhi schools and colleges will receive free bus services and a 50% c...
17 Jan, 2025, 01.08 PM IST
Noida Airport onboards Heinemann Asia Pacific, BWC Forwarders as retail, duty-free partnersNoida International Airport partners with Heinemann Asia Pacific and BWC Forwarders Pvt Ltd for duty-free and retail operations, offering p...
13 May, 2024, 04.26 PM IST
Former, sitting MPs' train travel bill Rs 62 cr in past 5 years, Rs 2.5 cr in Covid-hit 20-21: RTIIn the response to a Right to Information query filed by Madhya Pradesh-based Chandra Shekhar Gaur, the Lok Sabha Secretariat said it has r...
30 Jun, 2022, 06.09 PM IST
'Metro Man' Sreedharan requests PM Modi not to agree to Delhi govt's free travel scheme for womenThe former Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) chief has also sought Modi's intervention in the matter.
14 Jun, 2019, 09.16 PM IST
Budget 2016: Railways may end sops for elderly on AC-ITravelling by AC first class is usually more expensive than air travel but armed with the discount, senior citizens have now taken to train...
06 Feb, 2016, 12.23 PM IST
- Rail passes to be free from IT: Nitish
Steps are being taken to exclude free travel passes, concessions and other such facilities to railway employees from income tax net, Railwa...
28 May, 2002, 03.11 PM IST