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Ranchi: Leader of opposition Babulal Marandi on Tuesday submitted a memorandum to governor Santosh Gangwar seeking his intervention for a CBI probe into the liquor scam case being investigated by the state Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB).Marandi accused the ACB of failing to file even a single chargesheet in the alleged scam amounting to Rs 750 crore, in which he alleged many suspects, who were earlier arrested, are getting default bail due to the agency's laxity.In his memorandum, Marandi said, "I ...Read More >
New Delhi: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has said that consensus-based decision-making is the bedrock of the WTO's legitimacy, as the discussions related to reforms in the global trading system, electronic commerce, TRIPS non-violation and the package for least developed countries (LDCs) will now continue in Geneva. The minister's statement comes after the conclusion of the 14th Ministerial Conference of the WTO at Yaounde in Cameroon on Monday, where he led the Indian delegation. Goyal empha ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) India has emerged as the global leader in issuing Internationally Recognised Certificates of Compliance (IRCCs) under the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS), accounting for more than 56 per cent of all certificates issued worldwide, an Environment Ministry official said on Tuesday. According to the latest data on the ABS Clearing-House, India has issued 3,561 IRCCs out of a global total of 6,311, placing it far ahead of all other countries in implemen ...Read More >
Bengaluru, March 31: Fresh concerns over potential layoffs at Oracle Corporation in India have triggered anxiety across the tech sector, after multiple employees claimed they were abruptly terminated early Tuesday morning through emails sent around 6 AM IST. According to posts circulating on platforms like Reddit and other online forums, several employees reported being locked out of their work systems almost immediately after receiving termination emails. The sudden and impersonal nature of th ...Read More >
In a decisive move to protect the rapidly expanding gig workforce, the Telangana Assembly on Monday (March 30, 2026) passed The Telangana Platform Based Gig Workers (Registration, Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2026, giving platform-based workers for the first time a clear social security framework and statutory safeguards. Replying to the questions raised by the members regarding the Bills in the Assembly, Labour and Employment Minister G. Vivek Venkataswamy said the government had crafted ...Read More >
By Sunil BadalaAs we approach FY 2026-27, the country stands at the cusp of one of the most significant overhauls of its income-tax framework in decades. With the introduction of the new Income-tax Act, 2025 and the Income-tax Rules, 2026, the Government aims to make the system even further simplified, streamlined, transparent, and taxpayer-friendly.For salaried individuals, this transition marks more than just a procedural change. It signals quite a shift in how income is reported, assessed, an ...Read More >
Chandigarh, March 30 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has issued a stern directive to the state health department to implement a real-time centralised drug inventory system across all government hospitals. During a comprehensive review meeting of health services at the Secretariat on Monday, the Chief Minister emphasised that digital transparency regarding medicine availability is non-negotiable. Under the new system, physicians will be kept informed about the specific stocks avai ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a major push to strengthen Delhi's water supply, sewer management, and Yamuna rejuvenation efforts, Water Minister Parvesh Verma on Monday unveiled the Summer Action Plan 2026-27 at the Delhi Jal Board headquarters. The occasion also marked the launch of key digital initiatives, including a Chatbot, Advanced CRM system, and the DJB 1916 Mobile App, aimed at bringing transparency, accountability, and citizen participation into water governance. Addressing ...Read More >
Mumbai: Former HDFC Bank part-time chairman and independent director Atanu Chakraborty has revealed that his resignation on March 18 was driven by ethical concerns, not personal conflicts. Speaking to CNBC-TV18 on March 30, he clarified that the decision was based on a difference in understanding of values and ethics. Concerns Over Governance and Systems Chakraborty raised serious questions about the bank's governance practices. He said independent directors are responsible not just for review ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 30 (ANI): A recent report by Fitch Ratings has flagged heightened risks in India's gold-loan segment following a decline in gold prices, underscoring the need for robust risk controls among non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs). In its latest assessment, Fitch said that falling gold prices could erode the value of collateral backing gold loans, potentially weakening lenders' recovery prospects in the event of borrower defaults. "A decline in gold prices puts pressure ...Read More >
Hyderabad, mar 30 (Maxim News): The Telangana Assembly has passed the Gig Workers Bill. The Gig Workers Bill was introduced in the Assembly by Labor Minister Vivek Venkataswamy and was approved. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp Speaking on this bill, today, during the debate on the bill, Minister Vivek said if the gig workers are not taken care of, a penalty will be imposed on the aggregators. Minister Vivek said that they have prepared the draft bill after talking to the gif workers themselves. Th ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 30 (ANI): A recent report by Fitch Ratings has flagged heightened risks in India's gold-loan segment following a decline in gold prices, underscoring the need for robust risk controls among non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs). In its latest assessment, Fitch said that falling gold prices could erode the value of collateral backing gold loans, potentially weakening lenders' recovery prospects in the event of borrower defaults. "A decline in gold prices puts pressure ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 30 (ANI): Online travel-tech platform EaseMyTrip received the 2nd ICC Tourism Excellence Awards 2026 under the Tour and Travel Operations category. The company shared the development through a post on LinkedIn, noting that the recognition served as a testament to its operational strength and team efforts. Nutan Gupta, the Chief Operating Officer of EaseMyTrip, accepted the honour on behalf of the organisation during an event held on March 26, 2026. Also Read | Apple Is ...Read More >
Mumbai, Mar 11 (PTI) Congress Legislature party leader Vijay Waddetiwar on Wednesday alleged irregularities in the allotment of MIDC land in Ahilyanagar to private companies, claiming that around 4,000 acres were being transferred to corporate entities at undervalued rates. The transfer of these lands, which were originally under the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC), was being done by bypassing proper procedures and causing concern among farmers, he claimed in the assembly. ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 11 (SocialNews.XYZ) India undertook an "ambitious financial‑technology transformation in modern history," to become "one of the world's most advanced digital payment ecosystems" creating a model for developing economies, a report has said. India's model shows how "government policy, technological innovation and widespread mobile connectivity can combine to create efficient payment infrastructure," the report from Azerbaijan-based News.az said. India's digital payment revolutio ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 2 (ANI): The central government has retained an 8.25 per cent annual rate of interest to be credited on Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) accumulations in members' accounts for the financial year 2025-26, according to the Ministry of Labour and Employment of India. The interest rate would be officially notified by the Government of India, following which the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) would credit the rate of interest into the subscribers' accounts. Th ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Trustees (CBT) has recommended an 8.25% rate of interest on Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) deposits for the financial year 2025-26, offering continued relief and stable returns to over six crore subscribers amid global economic uncertainties. The decision was taken at the 239th meeting of the CBT chaired by Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya in New Delhi on Monday. The interest rate will be officially notified by the Government of India, foll ...Read More >
The meet aims to facilitate the exchange of best practices and reinforce cooperative federalism ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * The Election Commission will hold a National Round Table Conference of State Election Commissioners on Tuesday * Chaired by CEC Gyanesh Kumar, the meet will focus on enhancing the integrity and efficiency of elections * Senior officials of the poll body will present key technical and operational initiatives Did our AI summary help? Let ...Read More >
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah interacted with drivers of Bharat Taxi and assured them of support for the new initiative. He told the drivers that the company belongs to them and asked them to be patient for the next three years as the platform is on its growing stage. On February 5 in Delhi, Amit Shah launched India's first cooperative-based ride-hailing platform, "Bharat Taxi". The platform is India's first government-backed cooperative ride-hailing app, seen as an alternative ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], February 17: With Dubai actively building its strengths in the global context of its designation as one of the most dynamic business and investment destinations in the world, 2026 appears to be a pivotal year for entrepreneurs, corporate investors, and property purchasers. As government services are digitised through progressive regulatory changes, corporate tax systems are implemented, and the property business continues to grow, strategic planning is essential in recen ...Read More >
Bangalore, India - - Infosys, a global leader in digital services and consulting, announced a strategic collaboration with Anthropic, an AI safety and research company, to develop and deliver advanced enterprise AI solutions. The initial focus will be on telecommunications, with plans to expand into financial services, manufacturing, and software development. The partnership, revealed today, centers on integrating Anthropic's Claude models - including Claude Code - with Infosys Topaz AI offerin ...Read More >
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill, 2025, proposing to raise FDI in the insurance sector to 100%. The bill aims to provide insurance to all by 2047, amending key insurance laws and establishing a policyholder protection fund. This move seeks to accelerate sector growth and enhance policyholder security. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday introduced The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025 in Lok Sab ...Read More >
New Delhi: Parliament on Wednesday passed a bill to raise FDI in the insurance sector to 100 per cent from the current 74 per cent, which is expected to increase insurance penetration, lower premiums, and boost job creation. The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025, was cleared by the Rajya Sabha with a voice vote, a day after it was passed by the Lok Sabha. The House also rejected several amendments made by the Opposition to the bill, including the one to send the ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 17 (ANI): The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Wednesday approved a series of far-reaching regulatory reforms aimed at simplifying market regulations, lowering transaction costs and improving cost transparency, measures that are expected to boost investor participation across mutual funds, equity and debt markets. At its board meeting held in Mumbai, SEBI Chairman underlined the need for simplifying regulatory language and improving ease of ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 17 (PTI) Opposition MPs slammed a bill to raise FDI in the insurance sector to 100 per cent in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday, calling it a colonial mindset and a threat to social security, while BJP members termed it a social reform to serve people. Participating in the debate on The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025, John Brittas, CPI (M) from Kerala, said the BJP government, which always talks against gulami ki mansikta (colonial mindset), wants to ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 17 (PTI) Increasing the foreign direct investment limit to 100 per cent in the insurance sector will help expand coverage, create jobs and make life cover policies more affordable and accessible, said experts. They were commenting on the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025, which was passed by the Parliament on Wednesday. The bill seeks to raise FDI (foreign direct investment) limit in the insurance sector from 74 per cent to 100 per cent. Terming th ...Read More >
The Delhi government plans to open cooperative stores in housing societies next year to enhance market access and income for those in the cooperative sector, announced Cooperation Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh at an event by NABARD. The initiative aims to support farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs nationwide. The Delhi government is set to launch cooperative stores across housing societies next year to enhance market access and incomes for individuals in the sector, Cooperation Minister Ravi ...Read More >
Mumbai, Dec 17 (PTI) Markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday approved a comprehensive overhaul of mutual fund regulations, including changes to the expense ratio framework and limits on brokerage charges, to boost transparency. The proposals are aimed at bringing regulatory clarity, reducing redundancies, and promoting ease of compliance. In its board meeting, Sebi has cleared a proposal to exclude all statutory levy -- STT (Securities Transaction Tax), GST (Goods and Services Tax), CTT (Commodity ...Read More >
Mumbai, Dec 17 (PTI) Market regulator Sebi at its board meeting on Wednesday approved wide-ranging reforms, including a proposal to simplify the offer document by companies seeking to raise funds. It also cleared a proposal to enhance mutual fund transparency by breaking down Total Expense Ratio (TER), said a release. The proposal to simplify the offer document summary will enable investors to make informed decisions, it added. It also allowed debt issuers to offer incentives in public issues ...Read More >
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Wednesday that India is working towards securing 25 per cent of global trade in the coming years. India is working towards securing 25 per cent of global trade in the coming years by building on its strong macroeconomic foundations, resilient growth trajectory and rapidly expanding entrepreneurial ecosystem, said Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The Finance Minister was addressing the India Economic Conclave in Delhi on Wednesday. Advertisement ...Read More >
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