US Tariff Hikes Threaten India's $16B Textile Exports: Citi
Citi's Sector General warns of rising pessimism in India's textile sector as US proposes steep tariff hikes. Key apparel exports face a 25% duty threat. Read the full analysis.
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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.
Bangladesh Proposes 20% Safeguard Tariff on Indian Cotton Yarn
Bangladesh's textile industry lobbies for a 20% safeguard tariff on Indian yarn imports, threatening exports from Vidarbha's 45 units. This move, amid India's own cotton duty re-imposition, spells a double whammy for the sector.
Auto Firms Seek EV Curbs in India-EU Trade Deal
As India-EU FTA talks intensify, local automakers urge strict rules to prevent Chinese EVs from entering India via Europe at lower duties. Learn about the industry's demands for price thresholds and local value addition.
Domestic Steel Prices Rise After Safeguard Duty
Domestic steelmakers hike prices of HRC, CRC, and rebar by 2-6% in early January after a 12% safeguard duty on imports. Analysts see sustainable gains but caution on future capacity growth. Read more.
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.
Steel Stocks Jump on Extended Safeguard Duty
Indian steel stocks rise after govt extends import duty for 3 years, offering relief amid rising costs and supply. JSW Steel, Jindal Steel gain 6%. Read more on Q3 outlook.
Tobacco Tax Hike Could Spur Smuggling, Warn Experts
A sharp increase in excise duty on cigarettes, effective Feb 1, 2026, may trigger a surge in illicit trade and cause revenue losses, experts caution. Read more.
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.
Govt hikes excise duty on cigarettes; prices to rise from Feb 1
Cigarettes to get costlier as the Centre imposes additional excise duty from February 1. Find out how much more you'll pay for brands like Marlboro, Gold Flake, and others.
Cigarette Prices to Rise 20% from February 1
Cigarette prices in India are expected to surge by up to 20% from February 1, 2025, following a significant increase in the National Calamity Contingent Duty. This move will impact major tobacco companies and consumers nationwide.
Mumbai property registrations hit 14-year high in 2025
Mumbai's housing market recorded its strongest performance in 14 years in 2025, with over 1.5 lakh property registrations generating Rs 13,487 crore in stamp duty. Driven by end-user demand and improved affordability.
India Eyes Higher Cigarette Tax to Match Health Impact
India considers calibrated excise duty hikes on cigarettes, citing current modest rates and significant fiscal and public health space for increase. Read the full analysis.
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.
Air India Pilot Detained in Canada for 'Fitness' Issue
An Air India pilot was taken off duty and detained at a Canadian airport after failing a pre-flight breath analyser test. The airline confirmed concerns over his 'fitness for duty'. Read the full details.
New Tobacco, Pan Masala Taxes Effective February 1
India hikes excise duty on tobacco and imposes a health cess on pan masala from February 1, likely raising prices for 100 million smokers. Read the full details and impact.
Bengaluru cops eat on pavements before NYE crowd control
Hundreds of police in Bengaluru's MG Road area had a quick meal on footpaths before New Year's Eve duty. A cafe's small gesture offered rare comfort. Read about the security preparations.
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.
India's Anti-Dumping Duty on Met Coke from China, Australia
India imposes provisional anti-dumping duty on low-ash metallurgical coke imports from China, Australia & 4 others to protect domestic industry. Details on rates & expert critique inside.
India to Levy 12% Safeguard Duty on Steel Imports from 2025
India imposes safeguard duties up to 12% on select steel flat product imports from April 2025 to 2028 to protect domestic industry. Key details and analysis inside.
India imposes 3-year safeguard duty on steel imports
India has imposed safeguard duties on certain steel imports for three years to protect domestic manufacturers from a surge in low-cost supplies, primarily from China. The duty starts at 12% and will gradually decrease.
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