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Assocham Seeks Green Steel Incentives in Pre-Budget Pitch
Assocham urges govt for hydrogen DRI incentives & green finance in pre-Budget recommendations to decarbonise India's steel sector. Read key proposals.
Customs Duty Amnesty Scheme Eyed for 2026-27 Budget
The government may introduce a customs duty amnesty scheme in Budget 2026-27 to resolve Rs 1.52 lakh crore in litigation. Read about the plan to slash duty slabs and fix FTA-related inverted duty structures.
ASI Dies of Heart Attack on Duty in West Champaran
Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajay Kumar Pandey, 55, suffered a fatal heart attack while on Dial 112 duty in Bettiah. The dedicated officer was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital, sending shockwaves through the police force. Read the full story.
Bangladesh Proposes 20% Safeguard Tariff on Indian Cotton Yarn
Bangladesh's textile industry lobbies for a 20% safeguard tariff on Indian yarn imports, threatening exports from Vidarbha's 45 units. This move, amid India's own cotton duty re-imposition, spells a double whammy for the sector.
Jindal Steel in Talks for Thyssenkrupp Steel Division
Jindal Steel International is in advanced talks to acquire Germany's Thyssenkrupp Steel Europe in a multi-step deal. This strategic move marks a major European expansion for the Naveen Jindal Group company. Read the full details here.
Tata Steel Trials Canadian Iron Ore for Future Shortages
Tata Steel books first bulk shipment from Canada to hedge against captive mine expiries in 2030. A strategic move to secure raw material supply and explore future options. Read more.
Domestic Steel Prices Rise After Safeguard Duty
Domestic steelmakers hike prices of HRC, CRC, and rebar by 2-6% in early January after a 12% safeguard duty on imports. Analysts see sustainable gains but caution on future capacity growth. Read more.
UP Cuts Stamp Duty on Family Property Gifts
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet expands stamp duty concessions. Now, gifting commercial & industrial properties within family costs just Rs 5,000 stamp duty. Move aims to simplify & reduce cost of intra-family asset transfers.
Karnataka Expands Stamp Duty Relief on Gift Deeds
Karnataka government expands stamp duty exemption on gift deeds among family members to include commercial and industrial properties, boosting real estate transactions. Learn the new rules and benefits.
Tata Steel, JSW, SAIL breached antitrust law: CCI probe
India's competition watchdog finds 31 steel firms, including giants Tata Steel, JSW Steel, and SAIL, colluded on prices. 56 executives face liability. Read the full details and potential penalties.
CCI: Tata Steel, JSW Steel, SAIL Breached Competition Law
The Competition Commission of India has found major steel producers, including Tata Steel and SAIL, guilty of antitrust violations. Discover the details and implications for the industry.
BlueScope Steel evaluates $13.2bn joint takeover bid
Australia's BlueScope Steel is considering a massive $13.2 billion takeover offer from US-based Steel Dynamics and Australian conglomerate SGH. The bid aims to split the steelmaker's global operations. Read the full details.
JSW Steel: Investment Pros & Cons After Tariff Boost
JSW Steel shares surged 4.9% after new import duties. We analyze its strong market position, expansion plans, high debt, and recent performance to help you decide.
Steel Prices Jump After New Import Duty, Construction Hit
India's new safeguard duty on select steel imports has led to a sharp price rise of up to Rs 8,000 per tonne. Industry warns of a 2% increase in construction costs, impacting real estate and auto sectors. Read more.
BlueScope Steel Receives $8.8 Billion Takeover Offer
Australian steel giant BlueScope receives a massive A$13.14bn takeover bid. The deal could reshape global steel supply chains. Read the full details and analysis here.
$8.8 Billion Takeover Offer for BlueScope Steel
US steel giant Steel Dynamics and Australia's SGH Limited launch a massive A$13.14 billion takeover bid for BlueScope Steel. The deal targets its lucrative North American assets. Read the full analysis.
Steel Stocks Jump on Extended Safeguard Duty
Indian steel stocks rise after govt extends import duty for 3 years, offering relief amid rising costs and supply. JSW Steel, Jindal Steel gain 6%. Read more on Q3 outlook.
IAS Trainees Tour Bokaro Steel Plant in Jharkhand
A group of 2022-batch IAS officer trainees visited SAIL's Bokaro Steel Plant to understand steel production and public sector governance. Read about their key learnings.
Media Partners Invited for Bharat Steel Expo 2026
India's Ministry of Steel invites media partners for the 3rd Bharat Steel Expo 2026 in New Delhi. Learn about this major event shaping the future of the steel industry. Apply by May 31, 2025!
SAIL's Manish Raj Gupta Assumes CMD Charge at RINL
Manish Raj Gupta, Director at SAIL, assumes additional charge as CMD of RINL (Visakhapatnam Steel Plant). A seasoned leader with over three decades of experience, his appointment is set to drive strategic growth. Read more about his career and vision.
Cigarettes, Tobacco Costlier from Feb 1 After Excise Duty Hike
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.
Cigarette, Gutkha Prices to Rise After Govt Excise Duty Hike
The Indian government has sharply increased excise duties on cigarettes and tobacco products from February 1, 2024. This move will lead to higher retail prices for consumers. Get all the details on the new rates and their impact.
Tata Steel Rallies 8% on Govt's Steel Duty Extension
Tata Steel shares continue their rally, gaining 1.2% to hit a one-month high after India extends safeguard duties on steel imports for three years. Discover the impact on the sector and future demand outlook.
Centre Raises Excise Duty on Cigarettes from Feb 1
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.
India's Anti-Dumping Duty on Met Coke from China, Australia
India imposes provisional anti-dumping duty on low-ash metallurgical coke imports from China, Australia & 4 others to protect domestic industry. Details on rates & expert critique inside.
India to Levy 12% Safeguard Duty on Steel Imports from 2025
India imposes safeguard duties up to 12% on select steel flat product imports from April 2025 to 2028 to protect domestic industry. Key details and analysis inside.
India imposes 3-year safeguard duty on steel imports
India has imposed safeguard duties on certain steel imports for three years to protect domestic manufacturers from a surge in low-cost supplies, primarily from China. The duty starts at 12% and will gradually decrease.
India Slaps Tariffs on Chinese Steel to Protect Local Makers
India imposes anti-dumping duties on Chinese steel imports, offering major relief to domestic manufacturers. This move aims to curb cheap imports and strengthen the local steel sector. Read more.
India imposes 3-year steel import duty to curb cheap shipments
India imposes 11-12% safeguard duty on select steel imports for three years to protect domestic industry from cheap shipments, primarily from China. Read the full details.
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