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.
A defence stock under Rs 300 surges after receiving a crucial 15-year license from the government. Discover the full details and market impact here.
Apollo Micro Systems shares surged after receiving a 15-year explosives license from DPIIT, enabling production of drones, navigation systems & radars for MoD contracts. Read the full analysis.
US Transportation Department plans to revoke certification of nearly 3000 truck driving schools for non-compliance. Crackdown aims to tighten licensing standards, impacting driver shortage and immigrant truckers.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduces bills to impose excise duty on tobacco and a health cess on pan masala, ensuring high taxes after GST compensation ends. Read the details.
The Centre proposes a new cess and higher excise duty on tobacco and pan masala as the GST compensation cess ends. Learn how this tax overhaul impacts prices and states.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables two key bills in Lok Sabha to impose excise duty on tobacco and a cess on pan masala, replacing the GST compensation cess. Get the full details.
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.
The government will table two key bills in Lok Sabha to impose excise duty on tobacco and a new cess on pan masala manufacturing. This move follows the end of the GST compensation cess. Read for details.
India's Parliament Winter Session begins today with key bills including Central Excise Amendment and Health Security Cess. Opposition raises security and electoral concerns. Session runs until December 19.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to introduce two bills imposing new taxes on demerit goods. Learn how this affects prices and public health policy.
Telangana faces potential liquor supply crisis as companies warn of shortages due to unpaid dues. 2,620 stores set to open Dec 1 amid election and festival demand surge. Read more.
UAE's new driving license system allows visitors from 52 countries to drive with home licenses. Residents can exchange licenses without tests. Complete guide to the Markhoos initiative.
Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission announces 1,48,054 candidates cleared physical test for 583 excise constable posts. Results of 84 candidates pending. Objections accepted until December 12.
India's aviation sector faces a critical shortage of 18,000 pilots by 2038 despite rapid growth. Discover the challenges and solutions in pilot training capacity.
Excise officials in Giridih intercepted a truck smuggling 800 liquor crates worth Rs 75 lakh concealed under potatoes. Four arrested in major crackdown on illegal alcohol trade.
India's cross-border payments transform as RBI's new license enables fintechs to capture 20% of $1.6T market. Startups raise millions to streamline exports for SMEs.
Three event planners arrested for transporting leftover wedding beer from Delhi to Greater Noida for illegal sale. Police recovered 504 cans worth over ₹65,000 in excise department raid.
Serbia's only oil refinery could shut down within days if Washington doesn't renew OFAC license. President Vucic calls it 'blackmail' as fuel stocks dwindle.
Telangana High Court judge Justice B Vijaysen Reddy criticized the rapid expansion of liquor outlets while hearing a petition against a wine shop in residential area. Read more about the court's strong observations.
Nagpur excise department confiscated 373 litres of foreign liquor worth ₹10.08 lakh smuggled from MP. Two arrested. Report illegal liquor to helpline 18002339999.
Apple introduces Digital ID feature allowing iPhone users to store passport information in Apple Wallet for TSA checkpoints across 250+ US airports. Learn how it works and limitations.
Karnataka High Court rules gun licenses can be transferred to nominees without proving a life threat. Legal heirs can now inherit licenses more easily. Learn more about the landmark judgment.
Trump's escalating war with media: Called reporter 'piggy', threatened ABC's license over tough Epstein & Saudi questions. Analysis of his gendered insult pattern.
Bengaluru's new draft advertisement rules for 2025 introduce a centralized auction system to tackle illegal hoardings, enhance city aesthetics, and boost municipal revenue. Read the complete details.
Jagdish Singh Patani, father of Bollywood actress Disha Patani, receives weapon license after armed attack on ancestral home in Bareilly. Police investigation ongoing.
Bareilly administration approves weapon license for James Patani, father of actress Disha Patani, following a firing incident at their farmhouse. Full details inside.
An Indian Army officer files police complaint seeking revocation of his parents' arms licenses, alleging threats to his life. Case highlights family disputes and gun control issues in Chandigarh.
Delhi Excise department issues strict warning to liquor vends after complaints of overpricing, underage sales and adulteration. Read about the consequences and new regulations.
Grammy-nominated singer Akon was arrested in Georgia over a Tesla Cybertruck warrant linked to suspended license. He was released hours later. Full story here.