VMC Pauses Coercive Action on Temples After Seers' Protest
Varanasi Municipal Corporation assures no coercive action against religious sites after seers protest integrated tax bills. Commissioner clarifies tax exemptions for charitable institutions.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation assures no coercive action against religious sites after seers protest integrated tax bills. Commissioner clarifies tax exemptions for charitable institutions.
The 2025 International Film Festival of Kerala faces censorship hurdles as six films are denied screening clearance by the Centre. Diplomatic issues cited. Read the full story.
Six films were denied censorship exemption for IFFK 2025 due to diplomatic issues, while 13 others got clearance. Get the full details on the festival's screening hurdles.
India and Saudi Arabia sign a mutual short-stay visa exemption agreement for diplomatic, special, and official passport holders, boosting bilateral ties. Read more on this strategic move.
Starting April 2025, term insurance premiums will be GST-free. Learn how this tax change impacts your financial planning and boosts insurance affordability in India.
Union Minister Dr L Murugan clarifies OTT content will not be certified by CBFC. Platforms must follow IT Rules 2021 Code of Ethics. Discover the new three-tier grievance system and industry growth figures.
Explore the $10 million net worth and controversial Vanity Fair interview of Susie Wiles, Donald Trump's influential Chief of Staff. Discover her career and the fallout.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy urges Centre to exempt ₹30,000 crore education borrowings from FRBM limits, demands IIM, 9 KVs & 16 JNVs for the state. Details inside.
The 30th International Film Festival of Kerala faces cancellations after the Centre denies censor exemption to several films, including the classic 'Battleship Potemkin'. Political and artistic backlash ensues.
The 30th IFFK faces cancellations after the Centre denies censor exemption to films like 'Battleship Potemkin'. Political backlash ensues. Read the full story.
The 12th International Film Festival of Kerala faces major disruptions as 19 films, including classics, are cancelled due to missing censor exemption certificates. Read the full story.
Maharashtra home dept informs HC of reducing prison vacancies from 29% to 25.75%. 726 more posts to be filled by March 2026, with all 1,820 vacancies targeted by Dec 2027. Details inside.
Actor Sonu Sood urges passengers to treat IndiGo ground staff with kindness and patience during flight disruptions. He highlights their helplessness while doing their job.
Understand India's advance tax rules for FY 2025-26. Know payment deadlines, key exemptions for senior citizens & salaried, and how to avoid penal interest. Plan your taxes now.
The pilots' union criticizes DGCA's 'unsafe' exemption for IndiGo amid mass flight cancellations. Experts suggest it may be a pressure tactic for relaxed flight duty norms. Read the full story.
Indian aviation ministry mandates airlines, especially IndiGo, to resolve flight disruptions. Schedules to stabilise by midnight, full refunds for cancellations, and special care for seniors announced.
The Aviation Ministry directs airlines, especially IndiGo, to stabilise schedules immediately. Passengers get automatic refunds for cancellations, hotel stays, and lounge access. Details here.
Bihar govt mandates 'Exempted FASTags' for CM, ministers, MPs, judges & others, allowing official vehicles to pass tolls without stopping. Move aims to save time for key officials.
The US has granted a temporary exemption for Lukoil-branded fuel stations outside Russia until April 2026. This move comes as Indian refiners cut purchases of sanctioned Russian crude, with imports expected to plummet.
India witnesses a grim milestone with 1.77 lakh road crash deaths in 2024, the highest annual toll. The Supreme Court directs states to boost SIR staff deployment. Read for details and analysis.
Loco pilots of Hubballi division begin a 48-hour hunger strike, citing apathy over arduous duty hours, safety concerns, and staff vacancies. Read their demands.
A complete guide to Indian tax laws on wedding gifts, clubbing of spouse & minor's income, and alimony taxation. Learn key exemptions and avoid penalties.
South Western Railway loco staff launch a 48-hour hunger strike, protesting long hours, inadequate rest, and safety neglect. Over 600 to protest in Bengaluru & Hubballi. Details inside.
The US extends a critical tariff exemption for UK pharmaceutical and medical technology imports for three years, supporting supply chains and public health. Read the full analysis.
Environmental activists in Karnataka protest draft notification exempting landfills from environmental clearance. Learn how this impacts waste management and public health.
Environmental activists protest draft notification removing environmental clearance requirements for landfills. Learn how this affects waste management and public health in India.
Israel increases VAT exemption threshold for personal imports from $75 to $500 starting July 1. Major relief for international shoppers and Israeli consumers.
Haryana government exempts IT industry from Industrial Employment Act, providing flexibility in hiring and work conditions. Learn how this boosts state's tech sector growth.
Entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo's viral post about his driver's salary and trust relationship sparks psychologist insights on long-term staff becoming family. Learn what builds such deep bonds.
Supreme Court agrees to examine plea challenging income tax exemption for political parties receiving anonymous cash donations below Rs 2,000, seeking transparency in political funding.