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.
Bombay High Court stays BMC Commissioner's letters directing court staff for election duty, questioning his power. Key details on the legal challenge and implications for Mumbai's civic polls.
Disgruntled BJP ticket aspirants chased vehicles carrying nomination forms in Nashik, highlighting the intense internal strife plaguing Maharashtra parties ahead of civic polls. Read the full report on the unfolding political drama.
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.
Academic activities in Punjab schools face disruption as teachers are deployed for election duties. Learn about the impact on students and the demands for a permanent solution.
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation issues notices to 79 officers absent from election duty. Commissioner warns of police case if they fail to report. Read details on the upcoming civic polls.
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.
Jharkhand's JMM, led by Hemant Soren, has proposed a pre-poll alliance with TMC for the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections, eyeing seats bordering Jharkhand. Details inside.
A new Gallup poll reveals Fed Chair Jerome Powell is more popular than President Trump. Discover the key figures and the story behind this political clash. Read more!
Donald Trump's latest Gallup poll approval rating stands at a mere 37%, the lowest for any modern president in a second term. Dive into the details and analysis of this political setback.
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.
Goa's rural political pulse will be revealed as counting for Zilla Panchayat polls begins. Results could shape strategy for 2027 assembly elections. Read the full analysis.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde celebrate Mahayuti's win in 286 local body polls, calling it a preview for the upcoming municipal corporation elections. Read more.
Congress attacks BJP after a Union minister admits financial strain from poll promises. The political row escalates over unfulfilled budget expectations. Read more on the latest political clash.
Union Minister Kishan Reddy questions if Congress is abandoning its Telangana election guarantees in a letter to Sonia Gandhi. Read the full political confrontation.
Maharashtra local body poll results 2025 show BJP-led Mahayuti ahead on 126 municipal councils, while MVA leads on 37. Get the latest updates and analysis.
Maharashtra local body poll results 2025 show MVA making gains against Mahayuti alliance. Get live updates on municipal council and nagar panchayat vote counting trends.
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.
A CBS News poll reveals financial strain is reshaping festive celebrations in the US, with inflation widening the gap between high and low-income households. Discover the data driving the spending cutbacks.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leads VP JD Vance 51% to 49% in a new 2028 presidential poll. Reacting, AOC said she would 'stomp him'. Dive into the details of this early political showdown.
Australia enforces a strict under-16 social media ban. A new Fox News poll reveals 64% of US voters support similar age restrictions, highlighting a global shift in online safety.
Congress wins over 2,200 sarpanch seats in Telangana's final panchayat election phase. Results unlock Rs 3,000 crore in grants for village development. Read the full analysis.
Kerala opposition leader V D Satheesan alleges CPM-led violence post-election defeat, with bomb attacks in Kannur. Police accused of inaction. Details on arrests and political blame game inside.
The GBA poll panel has set a strict 110-day deadline to finalize Bengaluru's electoral roll. Learn about the key dates, challenges, and implications for the city's governance.
Donald Trump's approval rating falls to 42% amid inflation fears. New poll reveals cracks in MAGA support and a partisan divide on the economy ahead of midterms. Read the full analysis.
India's official GDP growth of 8.2% for Q2 FY25 has surpassed all forecasts, but top economists question the data. Explore the gap between projections and reality.