New Health Cess Bill for Tobacco Products in India
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduces new cess bill to maintain tobacco taxes after GST compensation cess expires. Key move to protect public health and revenue.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduces new cess bill to maintain tobacco taxes after GST compensation cess expires. Key move to protect public health and revenue.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to introduce two bills imposing new taxes on demerit goods. Learn how this affects prices and public health policy.
Indian government introduces new health and security cess on tobacco and pan masala to maintain prices after GST compensation phaseout. Bill to be presented in Lok Sabha.
Indian government introduces Health Security to National Security Cess Bill, 2025 as money bill in Lok Sabha. President approves legislative move in winter session.
Ministry releases revised ISI Bill 2025 draft, but faculty call changes 'cosmetic' as government control over institute management remains contentious issue.
India's new Seeds Bill proposes mandatory registration, Rs 30 lakh penalty and 3-year imprisonment for spurious seeds. Learn how this protects farmers and transforms agriculture.
Telangana's Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao criticizes the draft Seed Bill 2025, calling it a threat to state powers and farmers' welfare. Read more on the key concerns.
Thousands of power employees protest Electricity Amendment Bill 2025 & privatization. Read how this affects tariffs and consumers nationwide. Join the conversation!
Students and faculty protest the Indian Statistical Institute Bill 2025, fearing loss of autonomy. Learn about the proposed governance changes and the ongoing demonstrations in Kolkata.
Following complaints from MPs, CISF extends Parliament security personnel tenure to 4 years with mandatory psychological assessments and enhanced training protocols.
CISF extends personnel tenure at Parliament House Complex to 4 years for better MP familiarity & security. New strict eligibility norms introduced for officers.
Karnataka labour department targets Rs 2,120 crore welfare fund through fuel cess for health, accident benefits, education and death compensation. Learn how this impacts workers.
PM Modi announces nuclear sector reforms allowing private investment, similar to space sector. Bill listed for Winter Session to enable 100 GW nuclear energy by 2047.
Karnataka Cabinet approves a 2% cess on multiplex tickets to fund welfare schemes for cine workers. A one-time settlement for BWSSB dues also cleared. Read for details.
Massive protests erupt in Punjab against Centre's Electricity Amendment Bill 2025. Power employees and farmers fear privatization, cherry-picking of consumers, and erosion of subsidies. Key concerns explained.
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shares his annual holiday reading list for 2025 featuring five thought-provoking books spanning fiction, climate change, and human behavior.
US Secret Service identifies suspect in White House security incident. Man arrested after attempting to breach perimeter near presidential residence. Details emerge about the alarming security breach.
India's Winter Parliament Session begins December 1 with 10 crucial bills including atomic energy reforms, higher education regulator, and FDI in insurance. Session concludes December 19.
White House enters lockdown following shooting incident that injured two National Guard members in Washington. Stay informed about the latest security developments.
UPPCL launches Bijli Bill Rahat Yojana 2025-26 offering 25% discount on principal amount and 100% interest waiver for domestic and small commercial consumers from Dec 2025 to Feb 2026.
Karnataka's new Draft Bill imposes hefty penalties up to ₹5 lakh for PwD quota violations in employment and education. Learn how this impacts rights protection.
Assam government tables amendment bill to exempt traditional buffalo fights from animal cruelty laws during Magh Bihu celebrations. Learn about Moh-Juj cultural significance.
Indian Statistical Institute faces a governance overhaul. Faculty, staff, and students protest the draft ISI Bill 2025, calling it a threat to the institute's 94-year legacy of independence. Rally planned for Nov 28.
Protectt.ai launches advanced AI behavior-driven mobile app security platform with enhanced threat detection capabilities for Indian businesses. Learn how this innovation protects against cyber threats.
Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata, faculty, staff, and students protest the draft ISI Bill 2025, claiming it threatens the institute's autonomy and affordable education. A rally is planned for Nov 28.
Canada's Bill C-3 reforms citizenship-by-descent rules, helping over 115,000 people including thousands of Indian-origin families. Learn how it affects you.
India plans historic amendments to atomic energy laws, allowing private sector participation to achieve 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047. Learn how this transforms energy security.
Karnataka's 2025 Bill prohibits private outsourcing in government jobs, imposing major penalties on officers. Learn how this impacts state employment policies.
Parliament introduces HECI Bill 2025 to replace UGC, AICTE & NCTE with single higher education regulator. Learn how this transforms India's education landscape.
Explained: Why Punjab opposes the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2025, the history of Chandigarh as a joint capital, and the Centre's decision to pause the proposed changes.