Karnataka Panel: Fix 3-5 Year Limit for New Welfare Schemes
Karnataka's Administrative Reforms Commission recommends a fixed 3-5 year period for new welfare schemes and a 'one-in, one-out' policy to optimize state resources. Read the key proposals.
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PM Modi's NITI Aayog Meet: Push for Mission-Mode Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met top economists at NITI Aayog, urging mission-mode reforms for long-term growth. Key focus on agriculture, MSMEs, and employment generation. Read the full discussion.
Modi Credits Youth for India's Global Rise via Reforms
PM Modi says India's next-gen reforms in GST, taxation, and FDI are accelerating growth, earning global confidence. He highlights a trust-based system for a Viksit Bharat.
PM Modi Calls 2025 Year of Transformative Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi envisions 2025 as a landmark year for India's growth, dubbing it the 'Year of Transformative Reforms'. He urges the nation to board the 'Reform Express' for a developed India. Read more.
6 Unique Global New Year Traditions for 2025
Discover six fascinating New Year traditions from Spain to the Philippines. Learn about grape-eating, broken plates, and more unique customs to welcome 2025.
Govt's 2025 Reform Agenda: GST 2.0, Tax Slabs, Labour Codes
The Indian government has outlined a major outcome-driven reform agenda for 2025, focusing on GST 2.0, rationalized income tax slabs, and implementing new labour codes. Explore the key changes.
Black Thread on Leg: India's Spiritual & Fashion Trend
Explore the deep-rooted cultural practice of wearing a black thread (kala dhaga) on the leg in India. Discover its spiritual meaning for warding off evil eye, connection to Shani Dev, health beliefs, and its new life as a fashion anklet.
Spain's 12 Grapes New Year's Eve Tradition Explained
Discover Spain's '12 Grapes of Luck' New Year's Eve tradition. Learn its history, meaning, and how eating grapes at midnight promises good fortune for each month ahead.
Rs 6.23 Crore Hydro Ganja Seized at Bengaluru Airport
In a major drug bust, Customs at Kempegowda Airport seized 12.46 kg of hydroponic ganja worth Rs 6.23 crore. Three passengers from Thailand were arrested. Read the full investigation details.
Allu Sirish Picks Same Wedding Date as Brother Allu Arjun
Actor Allu Sirish announces wedding to Nayanika Reddy on March 6, 2026, coinciding with brother Allu Arjun's date. Ceremony to follow South Indian customs, no sangeet. Details inside!
Hong Kong Director Held in ₹30 Crore Customs Duty Evasion Case
DRI arrests Hong Kong supplier's director in a ₹30 crore luxury furniture import fraud. Third arrest in the case involving undervaluation and document manipulation. Read the full investigation details.
Customs Seize Rs 4 Crore Hybrid Ganja at Kochi Airport
In a major drug bust, Cochin Customs seized 40 kg of hybrid ganja worth Rs 4 crore at Kochi airport. Two passengers from Bangkok were arrested. Read the full investigation details.
Budget 2027 Aims for Faster Ports, Simpler Customs Tariffs
India's Budget FY27 targets major customs & port reforms to cut ship turnaround time, streamline tariffs, and boost export diversification. Key details inside.
DRI busts Rs 4 crore smuggling racket at Mumbai airport
DRI arrests six, seizes 186 iPhones & Pakistani cosmetics worth Rs 4 crore at Mumbai airport. Syndicate busted based on specific intelligence from Dubai. Read the full investigation details.
India Announces Reforms to Simplify Import Checks
India unveils major reforms to simplify import inspections, a key move to boost trade and secure a long-awaited free trade agreement with the United States. Learn the details.
Bengaluru Customs e-auction of 227 seized gadgets on Dec 30
Bengaluru Customs will auction 227 seized electronic items, including 175 iPhones, on Dec 30 via MSTC. Bulk lot for traders. Bidding open to GST-registered buyers only.
Bengaluru Customs Auction for Electronics on Dec 30
Bengaluru Customs is auctioning 227 electronics items like phones and iPads on Dec 30 via MSTC portal. Learn how to register and bid for deals below market price.
7 Weird Christmas Traditions That Bring Families Together
Explore 7 unique Christmas traditions from Japan, Norway, Venezuela & more that bring people together. From KFC feasts to spider web trees, discover global festive magic!
CII President Calls for Sustaining Reform Momentum in 2025
CII President Rajiv Memani urges continued reforms in power, mining, and judiciary for growth. He highlights India's 8% GDP and a $2 lakh crore disinvestment target. Read the full interview.
Gold Smuggling Mastermind Arrested by DRI in Mumbai
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence arrests the alleged mastermind of an international gold smuggling syndicate after a Rs 4 crore seizure at Mumbai airport. Read the full investigation details.
Delhi HC Asks Customs to Respond to IndiGo's Rs 900 Cr Plea
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.
Insurance Bill 2025: Biggest Reform in Decades
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill 2025 marks India's biggest insurance reform, allowing 100% FDI, new intermediaries, and stronger policyholder protection. Read the full analysis.
Gunfire Erupts Near JFK Airport After Road Rage Incident
A road rage incident near JFK Airport escalated to gunfire early Sunday, causing major traffic delays. Authorities are investigating, questioning a customs agent. No injuries reported.
Gurgaon Customs Scam: Rs 10 Cr Liquor Racket Exposed
A Gurgaon SIT uncovers a massive liquor smuggling racket diverting imported consignments from govt warehouses to shops, evading crores in Customs duty. Key arrests made, masterminds flee abroad.
Mamdani's Video on Immigrant Rights After ICE Raid
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani releases a crucial video detailing immigrant rights during ICE encounters, following a controversial raid on Canal Street. Know your rights and protect your community.
Mumbai court acquits businessman in 2012 airport smuggling case
A Mumbai court acquitted a 70-year-old Bhopal businessman accused of smuggling gold and liquor in 2012, citing the prosecution's failure to prove the case. Read the full details of the verdict.
Sitharaman: Customs overhaul is govt's next big reform focus
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman signals a major customs framework simplification for easier compliance. Announcements likely in Budget 2026. Read more on India's economic plans.
Customs simplification next big reform, says Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces customs simplification as the next major reform, following GST and income tax rationalisation to boost consumption and put cash in common man's hands.
FM Sitharaman: Customs overhaul next, economy to grow 7%+
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces a major customs duty and process reform, expects 7%+ GDP growth this fiscal. She also addresses rupee, freebies, and savings trends.
Sitharaman Announces Major Customs Duty Regime Reforms
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces a major overhaul of India's customs duty regime, focusing on rate rationalisation, transparency, and reducing official discretion. Read the full plan.
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