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.
Category : Search result: Gujarat teachers BLO duty
Punjab Computer Teachers to Protest with Black Flags on Jan 26
Punjab's computer teachers announce a black flag protest against CM Bhagwant Mann on Republic Day in Jalandhar, demanding regularisation and better pay. Read their full list of grievances.
BLO Suicide in West Bengal, Family Alleges Work Pressure
A Block Level Officer in West Bengal dies by suicide. Family alleges extreme work pressure from Special Intensive Revision duties. Details on the tragic incident and calls for investigation.
BLO's Death in West Bengal, Family Cites SIR Duty Pressure
A Block Level Officer (BLO) in West Bengal was found dead. His family alleges extreme work pressure from Special Intensive Revision (SIR) duties led to the tragedy. Read the full report.
UP BLO Dies by Suicide, Family Cites SIR Duty Pressure
A Booth Level Officer in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor was found dead. His family alleges extreme work pressure from SIR duties led to the tragedy. Police investigation underway.
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.
Gujarat Stamp Duty Revenue Up 7%, Crosses Rs 13,699 Cr
Gujarat's stamp duty revenue surged 7% to Rs 13,699 crore in April-Dec 2025, set to exceed the Rs 19,800 crore target. Strong real estate demand and big land deals drive growth.
TN Govt Cuts Salaries of Protesting Teachers
Tamil Nadu government implements 'no work, no pay' policy, cutting salaries of secondary grade teachers protesting for 'equal pay'. Details on the state's decision and its impact.
TN Govt Cuts Salaries of Teachers on 10-Day Strike
Tamil Nadu government implements 'no work, no pay' for striking secondary grade teachers, citing student learning deterioration. Salary cuts effective from January 5.
Texas Teachers Sue State Over Social Media Investigations
A Texas teachers' union files lawsuit against state education agency, alleging retaliation for educators' social media posts after Charlie Kirk's assassination. The case raises critical free speech questions.
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.
Teachers Protest 'Nodal Officer' Duty for Stray Dogs
A Supreme Court order on stray dog safety leads to confusion, teacher suspensions, and protests in Delhi and Mumbai. Learn how a viral rumor about dog counting escalated the issue.
Mumbai teachers protest stray dog nodal officer order
Mumbai teachers protest an order to appoint them as nodal officers for stray dogs. The education department clarifies it's a misinterpretation. Read the full story.
Mumbai teachers protest stray dog control duty order
Mumbai teachers push back against directive making them nodal officers for stray dog control in schools. Unions call it an affront to educators' dignity. Read the full story.
Kolkata Schools' New Session Hit by Teacher Shortage
Kolkata's state-run schools started the new academic session with a manpower crisis as teachers are away on BLO and SIR duties. Discover how schools are coping and the impact on syllabus coverage.
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.
UPCC Chief Rai Visits Family of BLO Who Died by Suicide
UP Congress president Ajay Rai visited the family of booth officer Umesh Gautam in Sitapur, who died by suicide allegedly due to SIR work pressure. He demanded ₹1 crore aid and a probe.
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.
AAP Criticizes BJP for Assigning Stray Dog Duty to Teachers
The Aam Aadmi Party condemns the BJP-led MCD for ordering Delhi teachers to conduct a stray dog census, calling it an abdication of civic duty. Read the full political clash details.
Teachers on Poll Duty Disrupt Studies in Punjab Schools
Academic activities in Punjab schools face disruption as teachers are deployed for election duties. Learn about the impact on students and the demands for a permanent solution.
Page 1 of 4