India is actively engaged with the United States to secure an extension of the sanctions waiver for the Chabahar port in Iran before its expiry on April 26, according to the Ministry of External Affairs.
India is actively engaging with the United States to ensure the Chabahar port project in Iran continues under a conditional sanctions waiver, as confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs.
India says 9,000 Indians are in Iran, mostly students and professionals. The government will explore evacuation options only when commercial flights stop operating or travel becomes difficult within Iran.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar pledges regular water, tanker-free city & property tax waiver for Pimpri Chinchwad. He also promises free Metro rides and scraps the city's DP. Read key poll promises.
US President Donald Trump calls for a 10% cap on credit card interest rates, potentially hitting bank profits and consumer credit access. Read the full analysis.
President Trump announces major domestic policy changes, including a $200 billion mortgage bond purchase and a proposed 10% cap on credit card rates, shifting focus from tariffs ahead of crucial midterm elections.
Former US President Donald Trump pledges to cap credit card interest rates at 10% if re-elected, a move aimed at easing financial burdens on American families. Read the full analysis.
Rajasthan High Court condemns mandatory surety bonds for indigent prisoners on parole, calling it an 'instrument of oppression'. Read the full story and new guidelines.
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Delhi government plans a complete overhaul of its water billing system as 60% of consumers don't get bills. Smart metering and a waiver scheme are key to recovering Rs 5000 crore dues.
Iowa becomes the first US state to win federal approval for greater control over education dollars, aiming to boost literacy and teacher development. Learn how this milestone could reshape national policy.
US Energy Secretary announces Washington will oversee Venezuela's oil sales indefinitely, aiming to redirect flows from China to US & allies. Details on sanctions, production plans, and geopolitical shift.
Uttar Pradesh's basic education department has sent a file to CM Yogi Adityanath's office to decide the nodal department for implementing the sister fee waiver scheme announced in 2021 to boost girl child education.
Ahmedabad's property tax incentive scheme offers major interest relief. Over 24,000 taxpayers paid Rs 24+ crore in a week. Learn how to benefit before March 31.
Sharad Pawar's NCP (AP) releases its manifesto for the 2026 BMC elections, promising a complete property tax waiver for flats up to 500 sq ft and free water. Key details inside.
NCP's 2026 BMC election manifesto pledges property tax waiver for 700 sq ft homes, planting 10 lakh trees, and a 'Safe Mumbai' campaign for women. Read the full plan to transform the city.
Andhra Pradesh govt announces loan waiver up to ₹1.5 lakh for farmers in Amaravati capital region. CM Naidu greenlights the move as land pooling enters second phase.
Congress releases 20-point manifesto for Nagpur civic polls, promising free water, property tax waiver, free bus travel, and English-medium schools. A direct challenge to BJP's development model.
Telangana High Court issues notice to state govt over a farmer's plea alleging non-disbursal of crop loan waiver benefits. Case adjourned to Feb 2026. Read details.
South Korea extends its visa processing fee waiver for group tourists from India, China, and 4 other countries until June 30, 2025. Learn how this move aims to boost tourism recovery.
Maharashtra farmers raise concerns over the state's data collection for a farm loan waiver policy. Experts question the June 2025 cutoff date and its impact on defaults after the CM's 2026 announcement. Details inside.
The Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS alliance pledges ₹1,500 monthly aid for women, 100 free power units & property tax waiver for Mumbai ahead of BMC polls on Jan 15. Read key promises.
Gujarat High Court paves way for couple's divorce after marriage breaks down over husband's desire to live in UK vs wife's wish to stay in India. Court quashes family court's 'premature' rejection.
Gujarat High Court overrules family court, paves way for divorce of couple who separated over conflicting desires to live in UK and India. Read the full legal details.
Over 6.2 lakh Cauvery water consumers in Bengaluru to get penalty waiver under BWSSB's one-time settlement scheme. Pay principal dues in 90 days to save ₹299 crore. Act now!
Maharashtra government announces stamp duty waiver on agricultural loan documents up to Rs 2 lakh from Jan 1, 2026. Aims to ease financial burden on lakhs of farmers. Read more.
Punjab's village councils pass resolutions seeking repeal of the Gramin Rajasthan Sehkari Samiti Act, 2023, aligning with farmer protests. Key demands include MSP guarantee and debt waiver.
Congressman Dan Crenshaw shares emails & flight tickets, alleging Shawn Ryan cancelled their Navy SEAL podcast interview over a legal waiver disagreement. Get the full story.
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Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray unveils manifesto for BMC polls, pledging one lakh affordable homes, tax relief, and a 24-hour city. Read the key promises.