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Jaipur: Police in Didwana have stepped up their probe into a cross-border smuggling case in which they arrested two arms and drug smugglers on June 27 for supplying Austrian Glock and Chinese Norinco pistols. It has emerged that the case has links to a massive Rs 300-crore heroin consignment seized by Punjab's Amritsar police near the India-Pakistan border in Barmer on June 30. Canada-based Joben Kaler was identified as the main overseas handler of the heroin consignment. Didwana-Kuchaman police ...Read More >
New Delhi: Delhi govt has directed the labour department to make necessary changes in laws to allow women to work night shifts, but only with their consent.Officials said the directions were issued during a meeting chaired by lieutenant governor VK Saxena, which was also attended by chief minister Rekha Gupta, some of her colleagues in the council of ministers, and top city bureaucrats. The meeting aimed to review the status and progress of various aspects related to the flagship schemes, 'ease ...Read More >
New Delhi: Central and state governments collected ₹1.85 trillion in Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue in June, reporting a 6.2% annual improvement, although the revenue receipt was the lowest in four months. The moderation from the more than ₹2 trillion-level seen in the first two months of the current financial year comes on account of a sharp reduction in tax collection from domestic transactions. GST on imported items also witnessed some moderation in June. However, cumulatively, in the ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: As the Goods and Services Tax (GST) marked its eighth anniversary on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called it a "landmark reform" that has reshaped India's economic landscape and strengthened cooperative federalism.Introduced on July 1, 2017, GST replaced multiple indirect taxes with a single national system. In a post on X, Modi said the reform has "greatly improved" the ease of doing business, particularly for small and medium enterprises, and helped make states "equal partne ...Read More >
New Delhi: Maintaining the pace of India's growing economy, the country's gross goods and services tax or GST mop-up in June stood at Rs 1.85 lakh crore, marking a 6.2 per cent increase compared to the same month last year, while India's manufacturing sector activity rose to a 14-month high in June on the back of expansion in output, new orders, and job creation, two separate data showed on Tuesday. However, the finance ministry said that the government's focus on GST, which completes eighth ye ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that eight years have passed since GST was introduced, and it stands out as a landmark reform that has reshaped India's economic landscape. "By reducing the compliance burden, it has greatly improved the Ease of Doing Business, particularly for small and medium enterprises", PM Modi stated. "GST has also served as a powerful engine for economic growth, while fostering true cooperative federalism by making states eq ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has remarked that eight years since GST was introduced, it stands out as a landmark reform that has reshaped India's economic landscape. "By reducing the compliance burden, it has greatly improved the Ease of Doing Business, particularly for small and medium enterprises", Shri Modi stated. The Prime Minister posted on X: "Eight years since it was introduced, GST stands out as a landmark reform that has reshaped India's economic landscape. By reducing the ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 1 (PTI) On the eighth anniversary of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) roll out, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the indirect tax regime stands out as a landmark reform that has reshaped India's economic landscape. He said on X, "By reducing the compliance burden, it has greatly improved the ease of doing business, particularly for small and medium enterprises. GST has also served as a powerful engine for economic growth, while fostering true cooperative federalism by ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 1 (PTI) The focus of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), which completes eighth year on Tuesday, will now be on promoting ease of doing business, ensuring stronger compliance and fostering broader economic inclusion, the finance ministry said. The GST, which was implemented from July 1, 2017, has unified 17 taxes and 13 cesses, creating a seamless national market by simplifying compliance and digitising tax systems. It has also expanded the taxpayer base and strengthened cooperativ ...Read More >
Maharashtra Assembly Monsoon Session: Nana Patole and other MVA legislators protested against alleged derogatory remarks by Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate and BJP MLA Babanrao Lonikar about farmers. Congress MLA Nana Patole was suspended for a day from the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Tuesday after he climbed Speaker Rahul Narwekar's podium amid aggressive protests by the Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi MLAs. On the second day of the Monsoon Session, MVA legislators staged a protest aga ...Read More >
New Delhi: With 15 million registered taxpayers and robust growth in the revenue receipts, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) ecosystem is continuing to evolve with a focus on ease of doing business, better compliance and wider economic participation, the finance ministry said on Monday as the indirect tax system completed eight years. Annual revenue from GST, introduced on 1 July 2017, has doubled to ₹22.08 trillion in FY25 from five years ago and micro, small and medium enterprises are finding ...Read More >
New Delhi: On July 1, 2025, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) will complete eight years since its rollout. It was introduced in 2017 as a major step towards economic integration. GST replaced a maze of indirect taxes with a single and unified system. It made tax compliance easier, reduced costs for businesses and allowed goods to move freely across states. According to the government, by improving transparency and efficiency, GST helped lay the foundation for a stronger and more integrated econom ...Read More >
Bengaluru : Kinara Capital, a leading fintech driving MSME financial inclusion, today released its fourth edition of MSME Insights, signaling strong optimism and increased formalization in the MSME sector. MSME entrepreneurs are confident about their near-term business growth prospects. According to the latest MSME Insights, 81% of the surveyed MSMEs expect their business revenue to increase within the next 1-2 years. Of these, 34% anticipate a revenue growth of more than 15% in their businesses ...Read More >
To boost agroforestry and double farmers' income, the Centre has introduced model rules for tree felling on agricultural land. These rules aim to simplify permissions, promote sustainable land use, and align with climate goals. By registering on the National Timber Management System (NTMS), farmers can gain transparency and access better market prices for their timber, including international markets.The Centre has issued model rules for the felling of trees on agricultural land in a bid to prom ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The Centre has revised guidelines for the Biomass Programme under Phase-I of the National Bioenergy Programme to promote cleaner energy solutions, ease of doing business, and accelerate the adoption of biomass technologies across the country, according to a statement. 'The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued revised guidelines for the Biomass Programme under Phase-I of the National Bioenergy Programme, applicable for the period FY 2021-22 to ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 28 (PTI) The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued revised guidelines for the biomass programme to promote cleaner energy solutions, ease of doing business, and accelerate the adoption of biomass technologies across India. The norms are revised under Phase-I of National Bioenergy Programme, applicable for the period FY 2021-22 to 2025-26. These amendments aim to promote cleaner energy solutions, ease of doing business, and accelerate the adoption of biomass tech ...Read More >
Mumbai: Popular actress and dancer Shefali Jariwala, widely known for her appearance in the iconic music video 'Kanta Laga', has passed away at the age of 42. The shocking news has sent a wave of grief through the entertainment industry. Her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, rushed her to Bellevue Hospital after she reportedly collapsed at home. Unfortunately, doctors declared her dead on arrival.The body has been moved to Cooper Hospital for a postmortem examination. Initial reports suggest that Shef ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Centre on Saturday said it has released revised guidelines for the waste-to-energy programme under the National Bioenergy Programme., which aims to foster a more efficient, transparent, and performance-oriented ecosystem for bio-waste to energy deployment in India. By simplifying procedures, expediting financial assistance, and aligning support with plant performance, the updated guidelines are designed to significantly enhance the ease of doing business ...Read More >
Guwahati: VL Kantha Rao, Secretary, Ministry of Mines, underscored that the Geological Survey of India has identified over 36,000 square kilometres in the Northeast India as having mineral potential, translating to nearly 3,000 prospective mines. He highlighted that Assam has now firmly entered the national auction map, signalling a new era for mineral development. The 2nd North East Geology and Mining Ministers' Conclave was inaugurated in Guwahati, Assam on Friday. He called for expanding ex ...Read More >
New Delhi: The government is set to exempt non-bank lenders registered with the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) from the Companies Act provisions governing loans, guarantees, and investments made by companies. The ministry of corporate affairs said in an order that it has received a request from IFSCA for such an exemption to finance companies registered with it, which is aligned with similar exemption to non-bank lenders registered with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 27 (PTI) Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Friday announced renewal of a scheme to promote registration of employers and employees to expand Employees' State Insurance (ESI) coverage across India. Originally introduced in 2016, SPREE (Scheme to Promote Registration of Employers/Employees) has facilitated the registration of over 88,000 employers and 1.02 crore employees. Also Read | Bodoland Lottery Result Today, June 27, 2025: Assam State Lottery Sambad Friday Lucky Dr ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 27 (PTI) Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Friday announced renewal of a scheme to promote registration of employers and employees to expand Employees' State Insurance (ESI) coverage across India. Originally introduced in 2016, SPREE (Scheme to Promote Registration of Employers/Employees) has facilitated the registration of over 88,000 employers and 1.02 crore employees. The renewed SPREE will be open from July 1 to December 31, 2025, offering a one-time opportunity for ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], May 1 : On the occasion of the first anniversary of the implementation of the India-UAE ... New Delhi [India], May 1 : On the occasion of the first anniversary of the implementation of the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on Monday, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal congratulated the people of India and the UAE on the milestone. He talked about CEPA's role as a growth engine for India-UAE bilateral trade over the past 11 months. CEPA is a full an ...Read More >
Bhopal, June 27 (UNI) In a bizarre incident, 19 vehicles of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav's convoy broke down together after diesel allegedly mixed with water was filled in their tanks at a fuel station in the Ratlam district of the state late Thursday night. Authorities carried out an inspection of the fuel station, and subsequently it was sealed. The stalled vehicles, mostly Toyota Innovas, had to be towed away and a replacement fleet was summoned hurriedly from Indore, to be ...Read More >
Guwahati: Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy praised the Assam government for its firm steps against illegal mining and called on all northeastern states to harness their mineral wealth responsibly and sustainably. The minister made these remarks during the 2nd North-East Mining Ministers' Conclave, which began on Friday in Assam's Guwahati. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! Reddy reaffirmed the Central government's commitment to de ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 27 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will inaugurate the MP-RISE 2025 (Regional Industry, Skill and Employment) conclave in Ratlam district on Friday. The event aims to reshape the path of industrial, economic, and social progress in the state. It will also bring together investment, employment generation, skill development, and beneficiary-oriented welfare programs into a comprehensive model. On the occasion, CM Yadav will also virtually pe ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana joins names such as Kamal Haasan, Ariana Grande, and Jeremy Strong at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences this year. Ayushmann along with names such as Kamal Haasan Naomi Ackie, Gillian Anderson, Branford Marsalis, Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Graham, Jodie Comer and Jason Momoa are among 534 individuals who were invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences on June 26. "We are thrilled to i ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 27 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will inaugurate the MP-RISE 2025 (Regional Industry, Skill and Employment) conclave in Ratlam district on Friday. The event aims to reshape the path of industrial, economic, and social progress in the state. It will also bring together investment, employment generation, skill development, and beneficiary-oriented welfare programs into a comprehensive model. Also Read | 'Very Big Trade Deal Is on Cards Wit ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 27 (PTI) Canadian billionaire Prem Watsa's company Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited on Friday said it has appointed former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant as a senior advisor. In a statement, Fairfax said former G20 Sherpa Kant's extensive expertise in economic development, innovation, and sustainable growth is expected to significantly benefit the company's long-term investment approach in India. Also Read | Kolkata Fatafat Result Today: Kolkata FF Result for June 27, 2025 Declar ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 27 (PTI) Canadian billionaire Prem Watsa's company Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited on Friday said it has appointed former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant as a senior advisor. In a statement, Fairfax said former G20 Sherpa Kant's extensive expertise in economic development, innovation, and sustainable growth is expected to significantly benefit the company's long-term investment approach in India. As India is pursuing an ambitious roadmap toward becoming a developed economy by 204 ...Read More >
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