AP Lorry Owners Strike Over Hiked Vehicle Fitness Fees
Andhra Pradesh lorry owners launch indefinite strike from Dec 9, halting goods transport from railway sheds & shipyards to protest massive hike in fitness fees for older vehicles. Read more.
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Goods train hits passengers in Jabalpur, 2 dead
A tragic accident at Madan Mahal station in Jabalpur claims two lives. A woman and child died after being hit by a goods train while crossing tracks. Read the full report.
Punjab's Export Engine Strained by Global Trade Shifts
Punjab's exports confront tariff realignments & market concentration. While engineering goods lead, the state's share in national exports declines. Can diversification & new FTAs build resilience?
Russia Agrees to Greater Market Access for Indian Goods
Russia agrees to boost market access for Indian goods and deepen cooperation in LNG, LPG, and coal gasification tech. A major win for India-Russia trade ties. Read more.
Odisha Police Bust Burglary Gang, 14 Arrested, ₹40L Recovered
Odisha Police crack a major interstate burglary ring, arresting 14 and recovering stolen property worth ₹40 lakh. Details on the gang's modus operandi and police operation inside.
Micron Ends Crucial RAM Sales, AI Shift Impacts Consumers
Micron discontinues its budget-friendly Crucial brand to focus on AI, leaving Samsung & SK Hynix in control. RAM & SSD prices may surge. Full analysis inside.
New Cess on Pan Masala Proposed in Lok Sabha
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced a bill for a new cess on pan masala production. The revenue will fund health and security initiatives and be shared with states. Read the details.
Cash Transfers vs Public Goods: Why Voters Lose
From Trump's tariff retreat to Bihar's cash promises, political focus on immediate relief starves budgets for essential public goods like clean air and safe roads. Explore the costly trade-off.
Rupee fall to Rs 90 may hike prices of electronics, cars
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.
Micron Ends Crucial Brand, Consumer RAM & SSD Supply to Stop
Micron is shutting down its Crucial consumer memory brand, halting RAM & SSD sales to PC users by 2026 to focus on lucrative AI data centers. This leaves Samsung & SK Hynix dominating 70% of the market. Read the full story.
Consumer Panel Orders Insurer to Settle Rs 51,000 Mediclaim
Noida's District Consumer Commission orders Reliance General Insurance to pay a policyholder's Rs 51,462 claim with interest, ruling that claims cannot be rejected on mere suspicion. Learn about the landmark decision.
Amazon Fined Rs 35,000 by Trichy Consumer Court
Trichy consumer court penalises Amazon for delivering t-shirts instead of a mini projector to a differently-abled customer. Read the full story of the legal battle and the court's order.
GST Collection Growth Slows to 0.7% in November
India's GST revenue grew at a slower pace of 0.7% to Rs 1.70 lakh crore in November. Domestic transactions and services imports show mixed trends. Read the full analysis.
Power Use Falls Slightly in November Amid Milder Weather
India's electricity consumption saw a marginal decline of 0.31% in November 2024, reaching 123.4 billion units. Experts attribute this to reduced use of cooling appliances as winter sets in. Discover the latest power demand trends and future projections.
Finance Minister Introduces Bills for Tobacco Cess in Parliament
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables two bills in Lok Sabha to levy a health cess on tobacco products, aiming to fund healthcare infrastructure and curb consumption.
Govt introduces bills to hike tobacco duty, pan masala cess
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.
New Taxes on Sin Goods: Health Cess Bill 2025
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to introduce two bills imposing new taxes on demerit goods. Learn how this affects prices and public health policy.
New Health Cess on Tobacco, Pan Masala Post-GST
Indian government introduces new health and security cess on tobacco and pan masala to maintain prices after GST compensation phaseout. Bill to be presented in Lok Sabha.
APSRTC Vijayawada cargo revenue hits Rs 120 crore
APSRTC's Vijayawada zone achieves a record Rs 120 crore cargo revenue, driven by direct services to farmers' markets. Revenue expected to cross Rs 140 crore this year. Read more.
5 killed in Udupi goods tempo accident on NH66
Tragic accident in Kaup, Udupi claims 5 migrant workers' lives after goods tempo overturns on NH66. 7 others injured in the devastating crash that highlights road safety concerns.
Hyderabad consumer court orders ₹1.8 lakh resort refund
Ranga Reddy consumer commission mandates holiday resort to refund ₹1.8 lakh with interest and compensation for failing to honor membership commitment. Learn your consumer rights!
Trailer Fire on Ranchi-Ramgarh Highway, Two Injured
A major trailer fire erupted on the Ranchi-Ramgarh highway in Chutupalu valley after a collision with a goods auto. Both drivers were injured and hospitalized. Read for full details.
Myntra ordered to refund Noida woman for lehengas
A Greater Noida woman wins a consumer case against Myntra. The company was ordered to refund Rs 7,009 with interest and pay Rs 4,000 in compensation for failing to process a return.
Vacant Posts in Consumer Commissions Hurt Trust
Unfilled positions in consumer redressal systems undermine trust as service failures evolve. Learn how vacancies impact consumer protection mechanisms and what needs urgent attention.
Black Friday 2025: Store Timings & Shopping Guide
Black Friday 2025 kicks off the holiday shopping season with massive discounts. Find store timings for Walmart, Target, Costco & more. Grab the best deals on electronics now!
Post-Festive Demand Remains Strong Across India
India's consumption outlook stays positive with robust post-festive demand across categories. Consumer spending continues to grow despite inflation concerns. Read the full report.
Israel Doubles VAT Exemption Limit on Personal Imports
Israel increases VAT exemption threshold for personal imports from $75 to $500 starting July 1. Major relief for international shoppers and Israeli consumers.
Global FMCG Giants Bring Foreign Brands to India
PepsiCo and L'Oreal launch premium global brands in India, signaling a major shift in consumer demand and a booming D2C market. Discover the forces reshaping Indian retail.
Consumer court orders Rs 40k refund for unfair membership
Ludhiana consumer court orders Club Retreat Hospitality to refund Rs 40,000 with 9% interest for unfair trade practices. Learn how to protect your consumer rights.
India's trade deficit hits record high in October
India's trade deficit widened to a record $41.7 billion in October as gold imports tripled. Rural demand outpaces urban growth while AI adoption accelerates in enterprises.
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