Rajkot gears up for Swadeshi Cyclothon on Dec 25 and Swadeshi Run on Dec 28 to champion indigenous products. Over 3000 participants registered to support the 'Local for Vocal' and 'Make in India' vision. Join the movement!
India and New Zealand finalize free trade agreement. Textiles and engineering goods to get duty-free access from 2025, boosting exports and economic ties. Details inside.
The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement is set to significantly boost Indian exports in textiles, pharmaceuticals, engineering, agriculture, and services. Learn how this pact will impact trade.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini urges youth to blend local skills with tech, become job creators. Details on state's 12 lakh MSMEs, Rs 2,000-crore startup fund, and Swadeshi push.
UltraTech Cement receives a Rs 782.2 crore GST demand notice for 2018-2023 period. The company plans to legally challenge the order. Read the full details.
Welspun Living achieves the top global ESG score in Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods for 2025 by S&P Global. Discover how this Indian giant leads in sustainability.
ICICI Bank faces a GST demand of Rs 238 crore from tax authorities for FY 2018-19. The bank plans to appeal the order. Get the full details here.
BSNL's new in-house app 'Sanchar Mitra' replaces the old system, ending SIM registration disruptions. A key step for faster, indigenous customer service.
Nearly three months after GST rate reductions, the FMCG sector awaits a significant demand boost. While auto and durables saw immediate gains, consumer goods growth remains muted. Industry leaders predict clarity in coming quarters.
India's goods exports soared 19% to $38.13 billion in November 2025, driven by engineering and electronics. Trade deficit narrowed to a five-month low of $24 billion. Details inside.
India's exports surged in November 2025, with US shipments up 22.6% to $7B and China exports skyrocketing 90.12%. Key drivers include electronics and engineering goods. Read the full analysis.
Andhra Pradesh lorry owners launch indefinite strike from Dec 9, halting goods transport from railway sheds & shipyards to protest massive hike in fitness fees for older vehicles. Read more.
A tragic accident at Madan Mahal station in Jabalpur claims two lives. A woman and child died after being hit by a goods train while crossing tracks. Read the full report.
Punjab's exports confront tariff realignments & market concentration. While engineering goods lead, the state's share in national exports declines. Can diversification & new FTAs build resilience?
Russia agrees to boost market access for Indian goods and deepen cooperation in LNG, LPG, and coal gasification tech. A major win for India-Russia trade ties. Read more.
Odisha Police crack a major interstate burglary ring, arresting 14 and recovering stolen property worth ₹40 lakh. Details on the gang's modus operandi and police operation inside.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah presided over multiple events in Ahmedabad & Gandhinagar, launching the Ahmedabad Shopping Festival 2025-26 and inaugurating key infrastructure projects. Explore the details.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced a bill for a new cess on pan masala production. The revenue will fund health and security initiatives and be shared with states. Read the details.
From Trump's tariff retreat to Bihar's cash promises, political focus on immediate relief starves budgets for essential public goods like clean air and safe roads. Explore the costly trade-off.
The rupee's fall beyond Rs 90 against the US dollar may force price hikes of 3-10% on consumer electronics, cars, and beauty products from January, erasing GST cut benefits. Key details inside.
On March 1, 1925, the Indian government abolished the excise duty on cotton, a landmark move that revitalized the domestic textile industry and boosted economic self-reliance. Discover the full story behind this pivotal fiscal decision.
India's GST revenue grew at a slower pace of 0.7% to Rs 1.70 lakh crore in November. Domestic transactions and services imports show mixed trends. Read the full analysis.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables two bills in Lok Sabha to levy a health cess on tobacco products, aiming to fund healthcare infrastructure and curb consumption.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduces two key bills in Lok Sabha to increase excise duty on tobacco and raise cess on pan masala. The move aims to boost revenue and regulate consumption.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav inaugurated the Chanderi Eco Retreat 2025, highlighting its role in promoting rural tourism, local artisans, and the Swadeshi spirit. Discover the key initiatives.
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.
APSRTC's Vijayawada zone achieves a record Rs 120 crore cargo revenue, driven by direct services to farmers' markets. Revenue expected to cross Rs 140 crore this year. Read more.
Tragic accident in Kaup, Udupi claims 5 migrant workers' lives after goods tempo overturns on NH66. 7 others injured in the devastating crash that highlights road safety concerns.
A major trailer fire erupted on the Ranchi-Ramgarh highway in Chutupalu valley after a collision with a goods auto. Both drivers were injured and hospitalized. Read for full details.