Digital payments safety: RBI Deputy Governor Rao flags off Chandigarh walkathon; stresses responsible digital use
[ad_1] Reserve Bank of India Deputy Governor M Rajeshwar Rao on Sunday flagged off a walkathon on cyber security awareness at Sukhna Lake here, stressing that banking services, especially digital platforms, are designed for public convenience and must be used responsibly.The walkathon, organised by the Bankers’ Club, Chandigarh, saw enthusiastic participation from bankers across the region, who came together to
GST refunds: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta says Rs 1,600 crore dues to be cleared before Diwali; traders to gain liquidity boost
[ad_1] Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday announced that nearly Rs 1,600 crore in pending GST refunds since 2019 will be released to traders before Diwali, enabling them to celebrate the festival with “greater joy and prosperity.”Gupta chaired a special meeting of the Department of Trade and Taxes at her Civil Lines camp office, which was attended by GST
Trumps’ $750 million crypto deal sparks scrutiny: Family firm sells to itself, cashes in big; why watchdogs see red flags
[ad_1] The Trump family’s latest foray into cryptocurrency has triggered questions over conflict of interest after a $750 million transaction put their businesses on both sides of the deal, The Wall Street Journal reported.According to the WSJ, the arrangement centres on World Liberty Financial (WLFI) — the Trump family’s flagship crypto venture launched last year. Earlier this month, WLFI took
‘Taylor Swift Tax’ on high-end vacation homes spreads to more states
[ad_1] Taylor Swift attends the 67th GRAMMY Awards on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. Frazer Harrison | Getty Images Entertainment | Getty Images A version of this article appeared in CNBC’s Inside Wealth newsletter with Robert Frank, a weekly guide to the high-net-worth investor and consumer. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. A new push by
How tax officials pulled off the “mammoth” task of pruning & simplifying the Income Tax Act in 6 months
[ad_1] How did the Income Tax Department complete the “mammoth” task of rationalising and simplifying the huge Income Tax Act 1961 in just about six months, and then implementing the Select Committee’s voluminous suggestions in just one month? By cramming in 75,000 man-hours of work in that time and even putting probationers on the job, that’s how. The result was
Government readying ‘action plan’ to help exporters manage liquidity crunch and maintain order levels
[ad_1] Image used for representation purpose only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto The Government has come up with an “action plan” to respond to the tariff escalation by the U.S., which includes short-, medium-, and long-term measures aimed at not only addressing the short-term pain points, but also increasing long-term competitiveness, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry
IMD forecasts heavy rainfall across Gujarat, orange alerts issued for select districts
[ad_1] The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall activity across Gujarat in the coming days, with several districts placed under yellow and orange alerts. The forecast highlights the likelihood of intense showers through the first week of September. A yellow alert has been issued for Mehsana, Sabarkantha, Gandhinagar, Aravalli, Kheda, Ahmedabad, Anand, Panchmahal, Dahod, Mahisagar, Vadodara, Chhota Udepur, Narmada, Bharuch, Surat, Dang, Tapi, Navsari,
Clarity on GST rates at the earliest to help regain sales momentum in festive season: Luxury carmakers
[ad_1] Different models of Mercedes-Benz cars are parked at the company’s vehicle assembly plant in Chakan, in Maharashtra. File | Photo Credit: Reuters A clear picture regarding new GST rates at the earliest will help the overall auto industry, including the luxury car segment, to regain momentum in the ongoing quarter, which generally sees enhanced sales on account of the
Delhi on alert as Yamuna water level rises; Himachal battles deadly rain disruptions
[ad_1] On Sunday morning, the water level of the Yamuna in Delhi crossed the danger mark of 205.33 metres due to continuous heavy rains in the national capital. The warning mark for the city is 204.50 meters. People have started being evacuated to safer places at 206 meters itself. It has been raining in Delhi for the last few days,
Shivashrit Foods set to debut on NSE Emerge
[ad_1] Shivashrit Foods, a potato flakes manufacturer based in Aligarh will debut on NSE Emerge on Monday (September 1, 2025) after raising ₹70.03 crore through its initial public offering (IPO). The company is entering its next growth phase with an expansion plan aimed at building scale and tapping into rising demand for processed foods, it said. The IPO comprised a
PM Modi, Xi Jinping to hold key talks today in Tianjin on SCO Summit sidelines
[ad_1] Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin on Sunday during the two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, marking their first interaction in ten months. The meeting is expected to focus on strengthening bilateral ties and building on recent progress in India-China relations. The last engagement between the two leaders took place on the sidelines
“India is big boy, not schoolchild… Trump haphazard in approach”: US political thinker Sanchez slams tariffs on India
[ad_1] US decision to impose tariffs on India for purchasing Russian oil is a “disrespectful and ignorant policy”, American journalist and political commentator Rick Sanchez and host of the ‘Sanchez Effect’ on Russia Today, has said while noting that Donald Trump sometimes makes decisions based on “grudges and non-scientific thinking” and that India has been “very smart to hold its
India Inc in ‘cosy, comfort zone’ courtesy large local market, not venturing out globally: Goyal
[ad_1] Indian businesses are in a “cosy comfort zone” created by the presence of a 1.4 billion-person domestic market, and need to find opportunities globally, Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on Saturday (August 30, 2025). In the comments that come amid deep concerns about the impact of high U.S. tariffs on the Indian economy, Mr. Goyal asked India Inc
India charts strategy to soften 50% US tariff on exports, govt working overtime with stakeholders: CEA Anantha Nageswaran
[ad_1] Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) Anantha Nageswaran on Saturday said the government, along with various stakeholders, is working overtime to cushion India’s export sector from the impact of the 25% additional tariff imposed by the United States, which has raised the overall duty to 50%.Speaking virtually at an event organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce, he said crises, whether
Some countries pressured us to open agriculture market; but India now stands tall: Agri minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan
[ad_1] Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday said some countries had earlier pressured India to open its agricultural market, but the nation stands tall today and engages on the global stage with confidence. Without naming the United States, he drew a contrast between India’s past dependence on imported wheat and its current record harvests.“Some countries were pressuring us
Modi lands in China for SCO summit; Xi meeting crucial amid tariff tensions
[ad_1] Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives a warm welcome on his arrival to attend the SCO Summit, in Tianjin on Saturday. | Photo Credit: DPR PMO After a gap of over seven years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in China on Saturday evening on a keenly watched visit that assumed greater significance in view of a sudden downturn in India-US
CDC asks all staff to return to office Sept. 15 after HQ shooting
[ad_1] A sign for the CDC sits outside of their facility at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Roybal campus in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., May 30, 2025. Megan Varner | Reuters The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention told staff it expects them to return to offices by Sept. 15, roughly five weeks after a gunman’s deadly attack on
BoB holds mega camp in Bengaluru under financial inclusion drive
[ad_1] Bank of Baroda BoB) said, it organised a mega camp in Bilwaradahalli, Bengaluru on Friday under the Saturation Campaign of the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, and Government of India. The campaign, running from July 1 to September 30, 2025, aims to ensure 100% coverage of financial inclusion and social security schemes at the Gram Panchayat (GP)
E20 fuel safe for use in all running vehicles, says ARAI
[ad_1] Image for representational purposes only. | Photo Credit: AP E20 is safe for use in any vehicle plying on Indian roads, said the chief of the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) Reji Mathai, on Saturday (August 30, 2025), referring to a 2021 study it carried out but refused to provide further details of the report which is not
Modi reaffirms peace efforts in Ukraine during call with Zelenskyy ahead of Putin meet
[ad_1] Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated India’s consistent stance of supporting a peaceful settlement to the Ukraine conflict during a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday. | Photo Credit: PTI India supports all efforts for peaceful settlement of the Ukraine conflict, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a phone conversation on Saturday. Modi
India to be third largest economy soon, says RBI Governor; lauds women, Jan Dhan scheme for growth push
[ad_1] Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Saturday said India is poised to become the world’s third largest economy soon, crediting the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana for strengthening growth and financial inclusion.Speaking at Santripti Shivir, a financial inclusion campaign by government banks in Rangwasa village, Malhotra said the Union government and the RBI had launched the Jan
Trade strategy: Piyush Goyal says India Inc in ‘cosy comfort zone’ of 1.4 bn people market, urges global push amid US tariffs
[ad_1] Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal said Indian businesses are in a “cosy comfort zone” created by the vast 1.4 billion-person strong domestic market and need to actively explore opportunities abroad.Speaking at an industry event in Mumbai, Goyal said companies should not get carried away by any “negative narrative”, emphasising that the economy grew 7.8% in June. He added that
‘Not a dead economy, long live economy’: Shivraj Singh Chouhan on India’s 7.8% GDP growth in Q1 FY26
[ad_1] Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday lauded India’s latest GDP figures, calling the nation a ‘long live economy’ in the face of global economic challenges. The minister highlighted that steadfast leadership, precise policies, and farsighted decisions have yielded historic results. “When leadership is steadfast, policies are precise, and decisions are farsighted, then the results make history. Those who
Argentina breeds world’s first gene-edited Polo horses, but sport resists
[ad_1] They look like ordinary foals, docile with honey brown coats and white facial patches, content to spend their days munching alfalfa in a cordoned-off pasture in rural Buenos Aires province. But these five 10-month-olds are the world’s first genetically edited horses: cloned copies of a prize-winning horse named Polo Pureza, or Polo Purity, with a single DNA sequence inserted
The rise of upscale Indian restaurants in the U.S.
[ad_1] Semma restaurant in New York, NY. Courtesy: Steven Hall Executive Chef Vikas Khanna has plated hundreds of thousands of dinners over the past 20 years — and he’s seen firsthand just how much Indian cuisine has evolved in the U.S. Khanna, a world-renowned Indian restaurateur, created Junoon, his high-end Indian restaurant in New York City, more than a decade