Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal outlines India's dual strategy: boosting coal capacity to 307 GW by 2035 while pushing for interoperable smart meters to enhance grid efficiency and consumer choice.
Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal outlines India's dual energy strategy: boosting coal capacity to 307 GW by 2035 and ensuring nationwide smart meter interoperability for efficiency.
Union Minister G Kishan Reddy announced the revival of 28 abandoned coal mines, with production starting in two. This move aims to boost energy security and generate massive employment.
Residents of Kabul decry a 50% surge in coal prices amid harsh winter, blaming middlemen and corruption despite Afghanistan's vast domestic reserves. Read more.
New data reveals severe lung impairment & heavy-metal exposure in communities near India's mines. Experts warn of insufficient environmental safeguards. Read more.
After a parliamentary panel flagged under-utilisation, the Coal Ministry vows to fully spend safety funds on AI, biometrics, and modern equipment to curb accidents and regulate unpaid overtime in mines.
Karnataka's GST collection growth moderated to 3% in October after a 10% surge in September. Analysts attribute the drop to post-festive normalization. Read more on the state's revenue trends.
Russia agrees to boost market access for Indian goods and deepen cooperation in LNG, LPG, and coal gasification tech. A major win for India-Russia trade ties. Read more.
A 27-year-old accountant from Bihar was arrested in Noida for generating fake invoices worth Rs 11 crore and fraudulently claiming Rs 2 crore in GST refunds. Read the full investigation details.
Two dead, over a dozen hospitalised after toxic gas leak from abandoned Dhanbad mines. District administration and BCCL intensify response. Read about the crisis and relief efforts.
Two women died after inhaling toxic gas from a fire-affected coal mine in Dhanbad's Kenduadih Rajput Basti. Residents protest, refusing to leave without written rehabilitation assurances. Read the full report.
The Enforcement Directorate conducted its first-ever raids in Meghalaya, targeting entities in a money laundering case linked to illegal coal mining. Details inside.
Violent clashes erupt in Surguja as villagers protest SECL's Amera coal mine expansion. Over 30 police personnel injured in stone-pelting. Details on the land acquisition dispute and ongoing tensions.
More than 40 induction furnace industrialists in Ludhiana receive GST notices for alleged bogus billing. The industry association plans to challenge the move, citing procedural flaws.
As Sensex and Nifty scale new highs, discover four stocks with strong industry dominance that could offer stability. Includes IRCTC, MCX, Coal India, and CAMS. Read for key financials and growth plans.
Andhra Pradesh sees a 4.6% drop in net GST collections for November 2025 following GST 2.0 rate cuts. Chief Commissioner Babu Ahmed cites lower yields despite volume growth. Read the full analysis.
Rajya Sabha returned the Manipur GST bill to Lok Sabha, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighting its benefits. The opposition staged a walkout during the discussion.
Chandigarh's GST revenue grew 6% to Rs 243 crore in November 2025 compared to last year. However, October saw a 4% dip. Explore the city's tax collection trends and economic implications.
Punjab's brick kiln industry shrinks from 2,700 to 1,500 units in 3 years. A triple burden of 18% GST on coal, soaring mining royalty & tech upgrades threatens rural jobs & hikes brick prices. Read more.
India's November GST collections fell to ₹1.7 trillion, raising questions on the stimulus effect of recent rate cuts. Read our analysis on the revenue trend and what it means for the economy.
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.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar reveals Maharashtra suffered Rs 10,000-12,000 crore revenue loss due to PM Modi's GST rate cuts but supported the pro-poor move. Details on state's financial strategy inside.
Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd expands export routes, shipping 3,600 tonnes of liquid coal tar pitch from New Mangalore Port to the Middle East, boosting India's carbon materials trade.
Gujarat's GST collection grew 9% to Rs 52,390 crore in April-November FY26. November saw Rs 6,723 crore GST, with enforcement revenue surging 61.7%. Read the full state tax report.
Lok Sabha passed the Manipur GST Bill and introduced new cess bills on tobacco products. The session faced adjournments due to opposition protests demanding discussion on electoral roll revision.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables the Manipur GST (Second Amendment) Bill, 2025, to replace the ordinance promulgated on October 7. Get the latest details on the parliamentary move.
India's GST revenue grew at a slower pace of 0.7% to Rs 1.70 lakh crore in November. Domestic transactions and services imports show mixed trends. Read the full analysis.
India's gross GST revenue rose to ₹1.7 trillion in November 2025, marking a 0.7% year-on-year increase, driven by lower tax rates. Get the latest economic updates and analysis.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduces the Manipur GST (Second Amendment) Bill, 2025, in Parliament to replace the October ordinance. Key legislative move for state taxation.
Lok Sabha approves Manipur GST Amendment Bill 2025, replacing the October ordinance. The move aligns state law with the new 5% and 18% tax slabs set by the GST Council. Read the full details.