Diesel sales surge 4.7% in Nov, hit 6-month high
India's diesel consumption rose 4.7% to 8.5 million tonnes in November, the highest since May, fueled by GST rate cuts and festive demand. Petrol and LPG sales also grew.
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GST Mop-Up Moderates in Nov After Rate Rationalisation
GST collections grew marginally by 0.7% in November, reflecting the impact of recent rate cuts. Officials remain optimistic, citing a boost in consumption and taxable turnover.
ED files 6,312 cases, secures 120 convictions in 12 years
Enforcement Directorate's conviction rate under scrutiny as household financial assets surge to Rs 352.6 lakh crore, reveals RBI data. Get the full analysis.
Instagram Memes: Gen Z's Primary News Source in India?
Young Indians increasingly rely on Instagram reels and memes for political news, blending awareness with dark humour. Explore the risks of desensitisation and the algorithm-driven news cycle.
Power Use Falls Slightly in November Amid Milder Weather
India's electricity consumption saw a marginal decline of 0.31% in November 2024, reaching 123.4 billion units. Experts attribute this to reduced use of cooling appliances as winter sets in. Discover the latest power demand trends and future projections.
High GDP Today, Higher Bills Tomorrow: Economic Reality
India celebrates robust GDP growth, but economists warn of impending inflation crisis. Learn how today's economic success could lead to tomorrow's financial pain for households across the nation.
Roaches Carry 6 Dangerous Diseases: Health Alert
Discover the 6 serious diseases cockroaches carry, including Salmonella and E. coli. Learn effective prevention strategies to protect your family's health in India's climate.
Karnataka's Domestic Workers Bill: What Changes
Karnataka government proposes formal contracts, minimum wage up to ₹20,112 for domestic workers. New bill mandates registration, welfare benefits and penalties for violations.
Coffee May Slow Cellular Ageing, Study Reveals
New research shows moderate coffee consumption could slow cellular ageing, adding healthy biological years, especially for those with severe mental illness. Discover how your daily brew benefits you!
Nagpur vegetable prices surge after unseasonal rains
Unseasonal rains in Nagpur have damaged crops, causing vegetable prices to double. Tomatoes, spinach, and cauliflower see 100% price hikes, hitting household budgets hard. Learn how markets are affected.
Child Choking Hazards: 5 Common Household Items
Protect your child from silent choking risks. Learn about common household items and foods that pose a danger and the simple precautions every parent must take.
GST Reforms Boost Consumption and Economic Growth
India's GST rate rationalization drives consumption growth while economy maintains momentum despite global trade uncertainties. Finance Ministry reports positive outlook.
AI Infrastructure: The Real Money Maker in Tech Boom
Discover why AI infrastructure companies offering power, data centers and semiconductors present better investment opportunities than AI model developers themselves. Learn from history's gold rush wisdom.
Post-Festive Demand Remains Strong Across India
India's consumption outlook stays positive with robust post-festive demand across categories. Consumer spending continues to grow despite inflation concerns. Read the full report.
China's McNuggetization: Dietary Changes Help Climate
Chinese consumers are shifting from expensive meats to cheaper proteins like chicken, inadvertently reducing greenhouse emissions. This dietary change mirrors America's 1980s trend and benefits global climate efforts.
Warikoo's driver salary post sparks loyalty debate
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.
India's digital spending streak continues post-Diwali
India's digital payments show no post-festival slowdown with daily spends reaching ₹96,017 crore in November. UPI dominates with 94% market share as consumption momentum continues.
India's Economy on Strong Growth Path: S&P
S&P Global Ratings forecasts robust 6.5% GDP growth for India in FY26, rising to 6.7% in FY27. Tax cuts and monetary easing to fuel consumption-led expansion despite global headwinds. Read more.
Smart devices driving up electricity costs in Indian homes
Connected smart devices and always-on culture in modern Indian homes are quietly inflating electricity bills. Learn how to save money by optimizing automations.
Fix Your Washing Machine: 6 DIY Solutions
Is your washing machine shaking or not draining? Don't call a repair expert yet! Discover 6 common issues you can fix yourself and save money with simple DIY checks.
GST Revenue to Rebound Strongly in November
India's GST revenue growth is expected to surge to 10% in November, recovering from an October slowdown caused by September's historic tax reforms. The government anticipates sustained buoyancy.
Punjab Household Survey Finds Out-of-School Children
Punjab education department launches comprehensive household survey to identify and reintegrate out-of-school children. Initiative aims to ensure 100% school enrollment across the state.
India bans unlicensed cough syrup sales after deaths
India's drug regulator moves to end license-free cough syrup sales in villages after DEG contamination killed 24 children. New rules aim to strengthen rural drug safety.
GST cuts fail to boost apparel, footwear festive sales
Despite GST rate reductions, India's apparel and footwear sectors saw disappointing festive sales due to weak consumer spending, erratic weather, and tax transition issues. Learn why the expected consumption boost didn't materialize.
IIT Grad Pays ₹1 Lakh/Month for Home Manager
Aman Goel, GreyLabs founder, hires a home manager for ₹1 lakh monthly to manage household tasks. The IIT Bombay graduate explains this saves time to focus on his startup, sparking mixed reactions online.
China's Silent Engine: Smaller Cities Power Consumer Revival
Tier-3 and tier-4 Chinese cities show 3-5% household consumption growth in 2024 while major hubs decline. Digital commerce and lower housing costs fuel this silent economic engine.
China's Household Debt Crisis Impacts 83 Million People
China's household debt crisis deepens with 83 million potentially in arrears. Rising defaults, aggressive collectors, and economic pressures challenge middle-class stability. Read analysis.
India to Lead Global Energy Demand by 2035
International Energy Agency projects India will drive nearly half of global energy demand growth. Rising transportation and industrial needs fuel this expansion. Read analysis.
India's New Income Survey: Challenges and Limitations
India's first household income survey in decades faces data reliability issues but promises crucial insights into inequality. Learn why it won't solve poverty measurement debates.
India Drives Global Energy Demand: IEA Report
India emerges as primary engine of global energy demand growth, set to lead oil consumption increase while rapidly expanding renewable capacity. Discover the transformation.
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