Mercedes-Benz India CEO Seeks Lower Import Duty on Luxury Cars
Mercedes-Benz India CEO Santosh Iyer calls for rationalising customs duty on imported luxury cars to boost market growth and align with global standards.
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Pune Election Officials Face 72-Hour Duty Marathon
Returning officers in Pune's municipal elections are working non-stop for 72 hours as polling and counting happen back-to-back, with many officials away from home for days.
KDMC Files FIR Against 80 School Staff for Election Duty Absence
Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation registers FIR against 80 Pawar Public School employees for missing mandatory election training ahead of civic polls. Officials warn of strict legal consequences for non-compliance.
CITI Seeks Permanent Removal of 11% Cotton Import Duty
The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry urges the government to permanently scrap the 11% cotton import duty, warning it hurts competitiveness amid supply shortages.
2,128 Thane civic staff skip poll training, face warning
Thane Municipal Corporation issues final warning to 2,128 employees who missed mandatory election training. Officials threaten criminal cases as crucial polls near. Read details.
MI Women Beat DC Women by 4 Wickets in WPL Thriller
Mumbai Indians Women secured a nail-biting 4-wicket win over Delhi Capitals Women in the WPL. Read the full match report, highlights, and key player performances here.
Teachers demand rest day after gruelling election duty
Maharashtra teachers and school staff deployed on election duty work 30-35 hours straight, demanding a sanctioned paid rest day. The association cites exhaustion and late-night travel as major concerns.
Nagpur cancer patient lecturer faces poll duty on chemo day
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, scheduled for chemotherapy on Jan 15, is forced into election duty. Despite appeals, her name remains on the list, risking FIR and job loss. Read her ordeal.
Nagpur cancer patient lecturer assigned poll duty on chemo day
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, a cancer patient, is forced into election duty on her chemotherapy date despite appeals. Over 500 officials face notices for skipping training. Read about this bureaucratic insensitivity.
Teachers on poll duty demand paid rest day in Mumbai
Mumbai school staff on election duty urge Maharashtra govt for a paid rest day, citing 30+ hour shifts and immediate return to school. Read their plea.
Customs Duty Amnesty Scheme Eyed for 2026-27 Budget
The government may introduce a customs duty amnesty scheme in Budget 2026-27 to resolve Rs 1.52 lakh crore in litigation. Read about the plan to slash duty slabs and fix FTA-related inverted duty structures.
ASI Dies of Heart Attack on Duty in West Champaran
Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajay Kumar Pandey, 55, suffered a fatal heart attack while on Dial 112 duty in Bettiah. The dedicated officer was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital, sending shockwaves through the police force. Read the full story.
UP Cuts Stamp Duty on Family Property Gifts
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet expands stamp duty concessions. Now, gifting commercial & industrial properties within family costs just Rs 5,000 stamp duty. Move aims to simplify & reduce cost of intra-family asset transfers.
Karnataka Expands Stamp Duty Relief on Gift Deeds
Karnataka government expands stamp duty exemption on gift deeds among family members to include commercial and industrial properties, boosting real estate transactions. Learn the new rules and benefits.
Steel Prices Jump After New Import Duty, Construction Hit
India's new safeguard duty on select steel imports has led to a sharp price rise of up to Rs 8,000 per tonne. Industry warns of a 2% increase in construction costs, impacting real estate and auto sectors. Read more.
Nagpur Women Balance Sankranti Festivities with Poll Duty
Women government employees in Nagpur face a clash as EVM distribution on Makar Sankranti, Jan 14, coincides with key festival rituals. Read how they are managing their dual responsibilities.
Cigarettes, Tobacco Costlier from Feb 1 After Excise Duty Hike
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.
Cigarette, Gutkha Prices to Rise After Govt Excise Duty Hike
The Indian government has sharply increased excise duties on cigarettes and tobacco products from February 1, 2024. This move will lead to higher retail prices for consumers. Get all the details on the new rates and their impact.
Tata Steel Rallies 8% on Govt's Steel Duty Extension
Tata Steel shares continue their rally, gaining 1.2% to hit a one-month high after India extends safeguard duties on steel imports for three years. Discover the impact on the sector and future demand outlook.
Centre Raises Excise Duty on Cigarettes from Feb 1
The Indian government has increased the National Calamity Contingent Duty on cigarettes. Find out the new rates and the expected impact on prices and public health.
India imposes 3-year steel import duty to curb cheap shipments
India imposes 11-12% safeguard duty on select steel imports for three years to protect domestic industry from cheap shipments, primarily from China. Read the full details.
BMC Official, Videographer Assaulted in Mumbai, FIR Registered
An FIR is registered in Mumbai after a BMC official and an election videographer were assaulted while on duty. The incident occurred on Dec 27 in Vile Parle. Details inside.
79 NMMC staff face action for skipping election duty
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation issues notices to 79 officers absent from election duty. Commissioner warns of police case if they fail to report. Read details on the upcoming civic polls.
Punjab teachers reject Rs 10 lakh compensation, demand justice
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
China Launches WTO Dispute Against India on Trade Duties
China initiates a WTO trade dispute against India, challenging import duties on solar cells and IT goods. This move escalates bilateral trade tensions and could impact India's green energy goals. Read more for details and analysis.
India Denies Duty Cuts for NZ on Key Agri Items
India rejects New Zealand's request for duty concessions on dairy, vegetables, sugar, and metals. The move protects domestic sectors as both nations review their trade agreement. Read the full analysis.
Delhi HC Asks Customs to Respond to IndiGo's Rs 900 Cr Plea
Delhi High Court directs customs authorities to respond to IndiGo's petition seeking a refund of over Rs 900 crore in import duty. The case involves aircraft engines and parts. Read the latest developments.
Punjab Teachers Protest Over Election Duty Deaths, Injuries
Teacher organisations in Punjab held protests demanding justice & ₹2 crore compensation for colleagues who died on election duty. Read about their demands for safety reforms.
HC Orders ₹10.8 Lakh Stamp Duty Refund to Pune Couple
Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra to refund stamp duty to an elderly Pune couple who abandoned a flat purchase due to Covid-19 financial and medical crisis. Landmark ruling prevents 'unjust enrichment' by state.
Punjab Teachers' Unions Protest Poll Duty Mismanagement
15 teachers' unions in Punjab stage statewide protests against alleged harassment during election duty. They demand compensation for families of deceased teachers and better safety measures. Read more.
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