Germany changes sick leave policy: 'We are abolishing sick leave by phone,' says Chancellor Merz; doctor's note required from day one of illnessGermany sick leave policy: Germany is set to tighten sick leave rules, requiring doctor's certificates from day one of absence upon the emp...
03 Jul, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
Astral's demerger plan triggers sharp selloff, brokerages trim target pricesAstral's stock dipped 11% after announcing a demerger of its chemicals business. Investors are concerned about the valuation and growth pro...
03 Jul, 2026, 07.02 AM IST
Domestic car sales surge in June on tax cuts, lower interest rates & strong demandIndian car sales surged over 24% in June, marking a strong third consecutive month of double-digit growth. This boom, fueled by tax cuts an...
02 Jul, 2026, 09.22 AM IST
Growth engine revving as GST, auto sales rise despite global roadblocksIndia's economy shows robust growth in Q1 FY27, with GST collections soaring 13.9% to Rs 1.95 lakh crore in June. Car sales surged 24%, and...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.37 AM IST
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
Beyond refunds: Why GST 2.0 is a growth enabler for MSME exportersLiquidity alone won’t close the credit gap that most Indian MSME exporters face. This is where GST 2.0 has its most underappreciated impact...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.52 PM IST
Jet fuel price cut by Rs 5/litre as global oil prices easeA significant drop in jet fuel prices, by nearly Rs 5 per litre, brings welcome relief to Indian airlines. This reduction, driven by fallin...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
LPG Gas Rate Today: Check domestic 14 KG cylinder price today in Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and other citiesLPG Cylinder Price Today: Good news for consumers as state-run oil companies have revised LPG prices for July 2026. While domestic cylinder...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.50 AM IST
Petrol, Diesel prices cut on July 1: Check latest fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru and other citiesNayara Energy has slashed petrol prices by Rs 5 and diesel by Rs 3 per litre, attributing the move to easing international crude oil costs....
01 Jul, 2026, 08.10 AM IST
Nayara Energy cuts petrol price by Rs 5, diesel by Rs 3 amid softening oil pricesNayara Energy has slashed petrol prices by Rs 5 and diesel by Rs 3 per litre nationwide, marking the first reduction in over two years. Thi...
01 Jul, 2026, 07.57 AM IST
Solvency buffers at insurers thinning; general insurance sector more of a concernThe Reserve Bank of India's latest report highlights concerns over thinning capital in the insurance sector. While life insurers remain com...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.34 AM IST
India cuts windfall tax on diesel, raises petrol tax from JulyIndia has adjusted its windfall taxes on fuel exports, slashing duties on diesel and aviation fuel while increasing the tax on petrol expor...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.29 PM IST
US job openings stayed at a surprisingly strong 7.6 million in MayDespite the economic fallout from the Iran war and soaring energy prices, the U.S. job market shows surprising strength. Job openings in Ma...
30 Jun, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
Carmakers pare discounts as GST cut revives small-car demandCar manufacturers are scaling back discounts on budget-friendly hatchbacks and entry-level models, indicating a robust recovery in mass-mar...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.39 AM IST
India bonds edge up, supported by steady oil prices, halt to US-Iran strikesIndian government bonds saw an early rise on Monday, buoyed by strong foreign investment and stable oil prices, which helped offset geopoli...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
As GST turns 10, focus shifts to AI-led compliance, faster refunds, simpler tax processesIndia's Goods and Services Tax, now in its tenth year, is evolving towards greater efficiency. The government is leveraging AI, data sharin...
28 Jun, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
ITC's packaged foods business crosses $2 billion in revenueITC's packaged food business soared past $2 billion in FY26, with overall FMCG consumer spending reaching Rs 37,000 crore. This growth was ...
27 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST