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USDA and CBP spent $861 million checking travellers and cargo for farm pests in 2011, but fees left a $325 million gap because federal law limits who paysThe United States has struggled with funding for its Agricultural Quarantine Inspection program due to fee shortfalls. In 2011, the program...
Diwali Sale 2026: Buying fridge, AC, or washing machine online? Here’s how to get the best deal on big appliances and save moreOnline sales of big appliances are growing at 25% as the festive sales begin. The Kagan 2026 Asia-Pacific Consumer Insights survey by S&P G...
Sleeper bus fire safety concerns grow after 9 die in Delhi-Mahoba bus blaze: What retrofitting and overloading can changeSleeper buses traveling along highways are facing heightened scrutiny following a tragic fire incident that resulted in nine fatalities. Ex...
Can your landlord refuse to return your security deposit without any damage? Know your rights as a tenantWorried about your security deposit? Landlords can't keep it for normal wear and tear or upgrades. Learn what legitimate deductions are, wh...
Florida couple bought 3 condos for $360,000 and now collects $4,530 a month in rent: How they built a 'very healthy' rental portfolioA couple in Florida bought three occupied condos for $360,000 in 2022, and the properties now generate $4,530 a month in rent. He shared ho...
British Columbia homeowner is charged in $35,000 by court for cutting down a neighbor’s trees to improve the Shuswap Lake viewIn a notable ruling, a woman from British Columbia secured a $35,000 award from the court after her neighbors maliciously damaged her trees...
NSE IPO: Market dominance vs regulatory risks; what investors should know from the RHPIn its red herring prospectus (RHP), NSE has highlighted its market leadership, scale, profitability, technology infrastructure and cash ge...
PFRDA proposes 10 key changes to PoP rules: What NPS subscribers need to knowThe PFRDA has unveiled ten significant proposals aimed at reforming its Points of Presence rules to enhance the pension service landscape. ...
Stocks in news: HDFC Bank, Ola Electric Mobility, NBCC and Knowledge Realty TrustIndian equity markets closed higher on Friday, ending a losing streak with IT stock gains. HDFC Bank's CEO will not seek reappointment, whi...
India wants global factories, but its own quality checks may be putting investors off: GTRIConcerns have surfaced among Japanese enterprises regarding India's compulsory BIS certification rules. A newly released study proposes a s...
Maharashtra proposes law to regulate private coaching centres, cap classes at five hours a dayIn a significant move, Maharashtra intends to regulate private coaching centres by mandating their registration. The forthcoming law stipul...
Man paid Rs 42.63 lakh for a new house, but cracks, leaks and seepage appeared; Court orders builder to pay Rs 25 lakhA Kerala consumer commission has ordered a builder to pay Rs 25 lakh after finding serious defects in a residential house. The compensation...
'Tukaram Mundhe approved eatery': Harsh Goenka says forget Michelin stars as Maharashtra FDA chief’s strict food safety checks take social media by stormTukaram Mundhe, Maharashtra's FDA commissioner, has been making waves on social media with his strict approach to food safety. His inspecti...
Tukaram Mundhe's FDA now targets Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn & Tiger Shroff over pan masala-linked adThe Maharashtra FDA has issued notices to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over their advertisement for a chewing elaichi brand....
Infra.Market’s backdoor listing; Honasa posts record profitInfra.Market is set to enter the public markets through a reverse merger with Shalimar Paints. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
Accel’s $550 million India fund; South Park Commons bets on deeptechHappy Wednesday! Venture capital firm Accel has raised its ninth India fund. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
For MSMEs, compliance is becoming a test of operational readiness, not just paperworkMSMEs often have filings in place, but they struggle with contractor compliance, licence renewals, workplace safety, and inspection readine...
Proposed Hormuz deal would give Iran control of inbound traffic, sources sayA proposed Iran-Oman deal would grant Tehran control over ships entering the Strait of Hormuz. Important details remain to be agreed upon r...
USFDA hikes fee for processing ANDA by $1 lakh for FY18According to a notification on USFDA's website, fee for Drug Master File was reduced to USD 47,829 for 2017-18 from USD 51,140 in the last ...
Bengaluru engineering colleges and government lock horns over AICTE inspectionOfficials said this is an attempt by the government to strengthen its bargaining position as it prepares to sit with colleges to negotiate ...