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Rocksman, promoter of Candace Owens' cancelled Australia tour, enters liquidation. Fans await refunds as company owes $68k in taxes. Read the full story.
Rocksman, promoter of Candace Owens' cancelled Australia tour, enters liquidation. Fans await refunds as company owes $68k in taxes. Read the full story.
India's new tobacco tax policy prioritises economic rationale, addressing healthcare costs and lost productivity. Read the analysis of this critical public health and fiscal decision.
FCV tobacco farmers from Andhra Pradesh urge PM Modi & CM Naidu to review a steep excise hike, fearing a severe livelihood crisis and price crash. Read their urgent appeal.
Tobacco growers in Karnataka protest against the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill-2025, citing a massive tax hike that threatens their survival. They demand a rollback to protect farmer livelihoods.
More than 145 countries have solidified a revised global minimum tax agreement, incorporating US concerns. This landmark deal aims to curb corporate tax avoidance worldwide. Read the full details here.
Recent tax amendments on PF, NPS, and superannuation funds create financial anxiety for India's middle class. Explore the impact and calls for reform.
An OCI cardholder consultant working from India asks if foreign client fees are taxable. Expert explains residential status, FEMA rules, and disclosure requirements. Read more.
Tobacco farmers in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh warn the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025 will devastate livelihoods and boost illegal trade. Read their urgent plea to the government.
Mysuru tobacco growers face price uncertainty as new taxes on tobacco products loom. While current prices hover around Rs 320/kg, fears of a crash clash with hopes of a post-Sankranti surge to Rs 400/kg. Explore the market divide.
A sharp increase in excise duty on cigarettes, effective Feb 1, 2026, may trigger a surge in illicit trade and cause revenue losses, experts caution. Read more.
Cigarettes to cost more as new excise duty and 40% GST kick in from February 1. Check the new price slabs and tax changes for all tobacco products.
Telangana govt levies road safety tax on new vehicles; funds to boost safety measures. Assembly also approves two private universities. Read key details.
Jaipur Municipal Corporation launches a major drive against tobacco sales near schools, confiscates products and issues warnings. Read about the new enforcement rules.
In 1907, the British Raj imposed a ground tax in Lyallpur, now Faisalabad. This colonial revenue policy aimed to boost income from the fertile Chenab Colony. Discover its historical impact.
Thousands of tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh protest against the Centre's steep tax increase, warning it will destroy livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback.
Thousands of tobacco farmers protest in Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka against a steep GST hike, warning it will crush livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback to revenue-neutral rates.
Punjab government extends deadline for its 'Settlement of Arrears of Tax Dues Scheme' to March 31, 2025. Traders get more time to clear pending dues with significant concessions. Act now to benefit!
India considers calibrated excise duty hikes on cigarettes, citing current modest rates and significant fiscal and public health space for increase. Read the full analysis.
India mandates CCTV installation in tobacco factories from Feb 1, 2026. Footage must be preserved for 24 months. New excise rules also clarify duty on tins and other forms. Details inside.
Prices of cigarettes, bidis, and other tobacco products will rise from February 1, 2026, after the government imposes a new excise duty. Find out the latest tax rates and impact on consumers.
The Centre introduces a new health and national security cess on tobacco, replacing the GST compensation cess from February 1. This tax overhaul aims to keep levies high and align with WHO benchmarks. Read more.
India's guidelines to curb surrogate ads for alcohol & tobacco face indefinite delay due to legal hurdles under Consumer Protection Act. Industry seeks clarity as health experts warn of risks.
Debt mutual funds face net outflows of ₹22,105 crore in 2025, lagging behind hybrid and equity funds. The 2023 tax change removing indexation benefits is a key factor. Read the full analysis.
Your daily routine could be harming you. Discover 5 common habits, from sun exposure to alcohol, that significantly increase the risk of oral cancer. Learn how to protect yourself today.
Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty refused a massive Rs 40 crore deal to endorse tobacco. He opens up on his father's demise, career break, and finding confidence. Read his inspiring story.
Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty reveals he turned down a massive Rs 40 crore offer to endorse a tobacco brand, prioritizing his values and family legacy over money. Read his full statement.
Despite decades of graphic warnings, oral cancer rates in India continue to rise. Explore the complex factors behind this public health puzzle and what needs to change.
Bengaluru entrepreneur Rohit Shroff announces exit from India by 2026, criticising the tax system for targeting compliant taxpayers. His LinkedIn post sparks online debate.
New research reveals even 9 grams of alcohol daily increases buccal mucosa cancer risk by nearly 50%. Local liquor poses a higher threat. Learn the facts.
NRIs, learn the tax implications of being a joint holder on parents' Indian bank accounts and the online procedure to apply for a nil TDS certificate when selling property in India. Expert advice inside.