Govt May Extend 5% Duty on EV Battery Cells
India considers extending concessional customs duty on lithium-ion cells for EVs in the upcoming budget, as domestic manufacturing fails to take off and imports surge. Read more.
India considers extending concessional customs duty on lithium-ion cells for EVs in the upcoming budget, as domestic manufacturing fails to take off and imports surge. Read more.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
China initiates a WTO trade dispute against India, challenging import duties on solar cells and IT goods. This move escalates bilateral trade tensions and could impact India's green energy goals. Read more for details and analysis.
India rejects New Zealand's request for duty concessions on dairy, vegetables, sugar, and metals. The move protects domestic sectors as both nations review their trade agreement. Read the full analysis.
Delhi High Court directs customs authorities to respond to IndiGo's petition seeking a refund of over Rs 900 crore in import duty. The case involves aircraft engines and parts. Read the latest developments.
Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra to refund stamp duty to an elderly Pune couple who abandoned a flat purchase due to Covid-19 financial and medical crisis. Landmark ruling prevents 'unjust enrichment' by state.
15 teachers' unions in Punjab stage statewide protests against alleged harassment during election duty. They demand compensation for families of deceased teachers and better safety measures. Read more.
Activision announces a major shift for Call of Duty, offering a free Black Ops 7 trial next week and ending back-to-back releases. Experience the game and decide for yourself.
IndiGo informs DGCA of flight operation cuts from Dec 8, seeks temporary relief from new pilot duty norms. Airline admits misjudging crew needs, faces MoCA displeasure. Full stability expected by February 10.
Maharashtra govt forms 7 divisional vigilance squads to probe complaints against revenue officials. Aim: boost public trust & accountability. Details inside.
IndiGo admits planning failures, will cut flights from December 8 after widespread cancellations. Ministry expresses displeasure. Details on the operational crisis inside.
IndiGo admits misjudgment led to over 300 flight disruptions. Airline to cut operations from December 8, aims for normalcy by Feb 2026. Full details inside.
IndiGo faces severe operational crisis with hundreds of flights cancelled. DGCA investigates as new pilot duty rules, airport tech issues, and winter congestion cripple India's largest airline.
The Indian Parliament has approved a bill to impose excise duty on tobacco. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Rajya Sabha, detailing the legislation's aspects and responding to queries. Read the full story.
Parliament has approved the Central Excise Amendment Bill, 2025, raising excise duty on tobacco products. The move aims to boost revenue and curb consumption. Read the full details and implications here.
IndiGo cancels over 300 flights due to new pilot duty rules, causing major disruptions at Indian airports. Understand the crisis and its impact. Read the full analysis.
IndiGo cancels over 180 flights for 3rd day. Pilot union claims crisis is 'artificially created' to pressure DGCA on new fatigue rules. Details inside.
IndiGo's on-time performance plummeted to 19.7% on Wednesday, leading to hundreds of cancellations. The crisis raises questions about preparedness for new pilot duty norms. Read for details and airline's response.
IndiGo cancels 175+ flights as new pilot rest rules disrupt operations. Thousands stranded. Airline scrambles to adjust schedules. Check flight status before travel.
IndiGo cancels over 175 flights as new pilot rest rules disrupt operations. Thousands stranded. Airline scrambles to adjust schedules. Check flight status before travel.
IndiGo faces severe operational turmoil with 200+ flight cancellations nationwide. DGCA investigates as new pilot rest rules and tech glitches cause chaos. Details inside.
Mint's investigation reveals LIC's inconsistent voting, raising questions about its dual role as a public insurer and a strategic state investor. Explore the implications for millions of policyholders.
Lok Sabha approves Central Excise Bill to tax tobacco. Finance Minister says revenue will go to divisible pool, with 41% for states. Opposition criticizes move as filling fiscal gap.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified in Lok Sabha that the tobacco levy is an excise duty, not a new cess. The move aims to keep cigarettes unaffordable and revenue will be shared with states.
IndiGo's network faces major disruptions as new duty-time regulations cause flight cancellations and delays across India. Passengers report chaos at airports. #TravelNews