ITC shares hit 52-week low after cigarette tax shock
ITC shares tumble over 13% as a steep hike in cigarette taxes threatens volumes and profits. Analysts slash earnings forecasts and downgrade the stock. Read more.
ITC shares tumble over 13% as a steep hike in cigarette taxes threatens volumes and profits. Analysts slash earnings forecasts and downgrade the stock. Read more.
Cigarettes to get costlier as the Centre imposes additional excise duty from February 1. Find out how much more you'll pay for brands like Marlboro, Gold Flake, and others.
Cigarette prices in India are expected to surge by up to 20% from February 1, 2025, following a significant increase in the National Calamity Contingent Duty. This move will impact major tobacco companies and consumers nationwide.
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 increased the National Calamity Contingent Duty on cigarettes. Find out the new rates and the expected impact on prices and public health.
Facing public criticism, BJP MLAs in Odisha have urged CM Mohan Charan Majhi to reconsider a proposed three-fold salary hike. The move, passed on Dec 9, would make Odisha MLAs the highest-paid in India. Read more.
A water leak at Paris's Louvre Museum damaged 300-400 items in its Egyptian Antiquities department. No unique artefacts were lost. The incident prompts a major security and price review. Read more.
Frequent IndiGo flight cancellations in Lucknow force travellers to road & rail. Private operators hike fares up to 50% for intercity travel, sparking passenger outrage. Details inside.
MetroWater hikes pre-booked water tanker prices in Chennai by 16% to 46% from Dec 5. Residents and businesses face higher costs as tanker reliance grows. Details inside.
Himachal CM Sukhu announces a performance-linked incentive policy for doctors and major stipend hikes for PG residents. Over Rs 3000 crore allocated for healthcare upgrades. Read more.
IndiGo's flight cancellations leave passengers stranded in multiple cities. Tourists in Thiruvananthapuram face exorbitant hotel rates as the crisis hits the tourism sector. Industry demands compensation.
Massive IndiGo flight cancellations in Indore cause a cab shortage, forcing rental operators to hike fares by Rs 3-4 per km. Stranded passengers face long road journeys. Read the full story.
Pune Municipal Corporation announces a major salary hike to Rs 1.5-2.5 lakh to recruit 25 specialist doctors for Kamala Nehru Hospital, addressing critical staff shortages and NMC compliance issues.
Goa Dairy increases full cream milk price by Rs 3 per litre, effective December 3. New 500ml pack introduced. Other variants' prices unchanged. Details inside.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announces a 15% increase in monthly stipend for resident doctors across all medical colleges. The move aims to support medical professionals and enhance healthcare services in the state.
A Reddit post about a manager who kept a promise to review and increase an employee's salary after three months has gone viral, sparking a conversation on workplace trust and accountability in India.
IndiGo's operational meltdown leads to over 1,000 daily cancellations, stranded passengers, and airfares skyrocketing tenfold. Government steps in as chaos grips Indian aviation.
Air India Group and SpiceJet announce capacity hikes to aid passengers stranded by IndiGo flight cancellations. Air India caps economy fares on domestic routes. Get the latest updates.
Massive IndiGo flight cancellations on Dec 5, 2025, cause travel chaos at Delhi airport. Passengers face exorbitant airfares, packed trains, and desperate searches for alternatives. Read the full story.
The US dollar weakened as markets price in a near-certain Fed rate cut in December. Yen gains on BOJ hike speculation, while Bitcoin falls for second day.
IndiGo's operational crisis leads to mass cancellations & delays. Airfares expected to surge 5-8% as airline cuts flights due to pilot shortage & new fatigue rules. Details inside.
Chanel's first NYC show in 7 years, under new designer Matthieu Blazy, marks a strategic pivot. The luxury house aims to integrate clothing more prominently in stores, despite record price hikes. Explore the details.
Australian shares edged lower on Friday, pressured by financials amid rate hike fears. Tech stocks rallied, led by NEXTDC's 10.9% surge after its OpenAI partnership. Get the latest market insights.
Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu directs IndiGo to urgently restore normal operations and ensure no airfare spike. Over 550 flights cancelled on Thursday. DGCA steps up monitoring.
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.
A US AI recruitment firm's hoarding at IIT-Delhi placement, promising H-1B sponsorship despite a $100,000 fee, offers relief to students amid stricter US visa norms under the Trump administration.
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.
Cyclone Ditwah's heavy rains in Rayalaseema disrupt tomato harvests, causing supply shortages. Experts warn prices could surge from ₹50-62 to over ₹100 per kg. Learn about the impact on farmers and consumers.
Japan's Nikkei share average climbed 0.7% on Wednesday, driven by tech stocks mirroring Wall Street's gains. The broader Topix index fell 0.37% as bank shares declined. Read the full market analysis.
Uttar Pradesh power consumers face a record fuel surcharge of 5.56% in December, drawing criticism over Rs 51,000 crore consumer surplus. Consumer groups plan to challenge the UPPCL move.