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
India’s ethanol strategy: Automakers treading cautiously, consumers remain unconvinced and experts are waryWith the rollout of E85 fuel and policy changes to support mass flex-fuel deployment, the government is attempting something few large econ...
28 Jun, 2026, 08.49 AM IST
How India can build a bigger oil buffer without straining the exchequerAs tensions around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz ease, India should focus not only on managing the immediate oil crisis but also on strengt...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.07 PM IST
'We did it': Modi, Starmer caught on mic hinting at breakthrough in UK-India trade dealPrime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer were overheard at the G7 summit appearing to confirm a breakthrough in impl...
17 Jun, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
Toll collection against construction services provided to NHAI taxable: Rajasthan HCRajasthan High Court ruled toll collection rights are taxable consideration for highway construction. This decision impacts public-private ...
09 Jun, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
'Domestic cos got lower subsidies than Chinese peers, on par with North America'Indian firms receive far less government support than Chinese companies. An OECD report highlights this disparity between 2005 and 2024. In...
09 Jun, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
India may have brokered a rupee truce, but hasn't won peace yetIndia has unveiled a package aimed at supporting the rupee without resorting to capital controls, a move seen as more market-friendly than ...
09 Jun, 2026, 07.10 AM 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
India to launch E85 fuel today in push for flex fuel mobilityIndia is launching E85 fuel on Friday. This is an 80-85% ethanol-blended petrol. The move aims to boost flex fuel mobility across the natio...
05 Jun, 2026, 07.52 PM IST
BIT sweeter? India weighs easing treaty rules with safeguards to attract foreign capitalAs the world shifts economically, India is set to revamp its investment treaty frameworks. The government is exploring options to simplify ...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.00 AM IST
India needs to remove tax friction for more FDIIndia is looking to boost foreign investment by reforming its tax system. Recent proposals aim to simplify taxes on foreign holdings. The c...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
From BS-IV to BS-VI: Cabinet nod for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCRThe Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR. This initiative aims to significantly reduce air ...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
From BS-IV to BS-VI: Cabinet nod for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCRThe Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR. This initiative aims to significantly reduce air ...
03 Jun, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
India, UK discuss sticking points delaying free trade pact rolloutAs India and the UK maneuver through complex trade discussions, they are focused on addressing the sticking points that are currently slowi...
02 Jun, 2026, 10.47 PM IST
India-US trade deal advances as talks focus on Section 301 probes and 'minor issues'India is nearing a trade deal with the US, with most aspects of the first phase finalized. Discussions are ongoing for minor details. Meanw...
02 Jun, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
India eyes fiscal support for domestic EV battery supply chainIndia is planning new incentives to boost local production of battery components. This move aims to reduce import dependence for electric v...
30 May, 2026, 07.48 AM IST
India weighs $1 billion aid for private electric buses, trucksIndia is considering incentives worth more than $1 billion to encourage private operators to adopt electric buses and trucks as part of eff...
20 May, 2026, 07.02 AM IST