Delhi traffic curbs for Putin visit cause snarls, no gridlock
Delhi traffic police managed Putin's visit with advance planning, causing diversions but avoiding major gridlock. Key areas like ITO, Vikas Marg affected. Read how they did it.
Delhi traffic police managed Putin's visit with advance planning, causing diversions but avoiding major gridlock. Key areas like ITO, Vikas Marg affected. Read how they did it.
UP Excise Commissioner Adarsh Singh mandates statewide checks on bars & shops illegally serving liquor. Action follows complaints of norm violations & open consumption near outlets.
New Delhi enjoys sunny 23.4°C weather on Dec 5, ideal for outdoors. However, caution advised due to yesterday's severe AQI of 315. Check weekly forecast and health tips.
Delhi inaugurates a specialized elephant veterinary ambulance, a first for the capital, to provide emergency medical care to elephants in distress. Learn about this crucial initiative for animal welfare.
Delhi commuters face major traffic disruptions on Friday due to security for Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit. Key routes in Lutyens' Delhi will see closures. Plan ahead.
Delhi shivered at 5.6°C, its coldest December morning in 15 years. While AQI improved slightly, it remains 'Very Poor'. IMD forecasts a potential cold wave in isolated areas. Read for full details.
The Indian Parliament has approved a bill to impose excise duty on tobacco. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Rajya Sabha, detailing the legislation's aspects and responding to queries. Read the full story.
Parliament has approved the Central Excise Amendment Bill, 2025, raising excise duty on tobacco products. The move aims to boost revenue and curb consumption. Read the full details and implications here.
Delhi's Revenue Minister Ravinder Singh directs officials to clear illegal encroachments in Rohini's Sector 16, 17, and 18. The crackdown aims to restore public land and ensure orderly urban development.
Delhi's PWD Minister Atishi announces IT Department approval for land sharing to build twin towers for its staff. The move aims to resolve a long-pending demand and boost infrastructure.
Lok Sabha MPs shared personal battles to quit tobacco during a debate on the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes a new tax structure on tobacco products.
Lok Sabha approves Central Excise Bill to tax tobacco. Finance Minister says revenue will go to divisible pool, with 41% for states. Opposition criticizes move as filling fiscal gap.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified in Lok Sabha that the tobacco levy is an excise duty, not a new cess. The move aims to keep cigarettes unaffordable and revenue will be shared with states.
Jhabua police intercepted a truck near the Gujarat border, seizing foreign & country-made liquor worth over Rs 2 crore. The driver fled. Read the full details of the major bust here.
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to amend excise duty rates on tobacco and its products. This legislative move aims to update the Central Excise Act, 1944. Read for details and implications.
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.
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.
Delhi-NCR faces a severe cold wave with temperatures dropping to 6-8°C. IMD forecasts colder nights and shallow fog for the next five days. Air quality shows slight improvement.
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.
Dudhwa Tiger Reserve director recommends suspension of forest officer caught taking Rs 40,000 bribe for tree felling permission. Read the full investigation details.
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.
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Delhi government's revenue department proposes restructuring the capital into 13 districts with new names. The draft plan aims for better administrative efficiency. Read more about the proposed changes.
Himachal Pradesh High Court uncovers disturbing pattern of health and education employees securing urban deputations while drawing rural benefits. Court demands policy correction.