Indian Railways announces Amrit Bharat II Express reserved tickets will be governed by Vande Bharat Sleeper norms, with no separate policy. New fare structure and quota details revealed.
Mercedes-Benz India CEO Santosh Iyer calls for rationalising customs duty on imported luxury cars to boost market growth and align with global standards.
Delhi University raises institution-level fees to Rs 4,100 for 2026-27, marking second hike in six months. University's share has more than doubled since 2022, exceeding stated 10% inflation policy.
The New York Giants' appointment of John Harbaugh as head coach faces delays due to disagreements over organizational reporting structure, not financial terms.
Indian Railways introduces new fare structure for Amrit Bharat Express starting 2026. Sleeper class passengers must pay for minimum 200 km, RAC tickets eliminated, and only three quotas maintained.
Amanda Goodall's viral social media critique of HR departments has sparked intense discussion about their function, revenue generation, and employee advocacy in modern workplaces.
Bengaluru's Namma Metro introduces QR-code passes for one, three, and five days of unlimited travel via its mobile app, starting Thursday.
The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry urges the government to permanently scrap the 11% cotton import duty, warning it hurts competitiveness amid supply shortages.
Ahead of the Union Budget, the Indian Micro-Fertilizers Manufacturers Association pushes for uniform 5% GST on all fertilizers, quicker refunds, and a single national license to boost the sector.
The Jayant Chaudhary-led RLD has decided to strengthen its urban organizational structure. Key leaders have been assigned to oversee different regions in Uttar Pradesh, with a mandate to submit reports within 15 days.
Dehradun district administration and MDDA razed an illegally built structure near Clock Tower. Officials say no religious artefacts were found. Read about the anti-encroachment drive.
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.
Chandigarh Administration directs cab aggregators to comply with new 2025 fare structure, ending exploitative practices. Read the full details of the STA's decisive meeting.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Ludhiana's industrial community, led by MSMEs, expresses deep concern over unfulfilled govt promises, inverted GST structure & high power costs. Leaders demand action to revive competitiveness.
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.
As global trade faces headwinds, experts propose five specific reforms for India's customs system to enhance exports and integrate into supply chains. Read the detailed analysis.
India's school education undergoes a multi-faceted transformation in 2025 with a new 5+3+3+4 structure, two board exams, and a push for skills. Explore the key changes and challenges.
Astronomers discover a massive, symmetrical hourglass-shaped radio structure emanating from a seemingly ordinary galaxy 55 million light-years away. This challenges theories of galaxy evolution. Read the full story.
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.
Silver's 178% surge signals a structural shift driven by acute scarcity and Asian demand, not speculation. Inventories collapse as industrial users hoard metal. Read the full analysis.