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Who's Ajay Banga? Former Mastercard CEO to head World Bank next

Corridors of World Bank Hq filled with Indian Americans? Ajay Banga, Anshula Kant and more

When 63-year-old Indian-American Ajay Banga was elected as the World Bank Group's President, that's when the whispers of heavy Indian presence in the power corridors of international financial institution first started

Jul 13, 2023

No GST on cancer treatment drugs, special medicines; GST Council's decision hailed [details]

The GST Council in its 50th meeting on Tuesday, presided over by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, exempted cancer treatment drugs, special medicines, and food for medical purpose from levy of the Goods and Services Tax.

Jul 11, 2023

"Unconstitutional, irrational, egregious": Industry stakeholders react to 28% GST on online games [details]

Online gaming industry stakeholders on Tuesday termed the 28 per cent GST on the full value of gaming as "unconstitutional, irrational and egregious", saying that the move is a self goal that will kill the skilled online gaming sector in the country.

Jul 11, 2023

28% GST to be levied on full value of online gaming, horse racing, casinos

In a setback to online gaming companies, the GST Council on Tuesday decided that there will be a 28 per cent GST levy on full value of gaming, horse racing, and casinos.

Jul 11, 2023

Centre opposes petitions in Supreme Court challenging abrogation of article 370 [details]

A day before the hearing in Supreme Court Centre says that the move brought peace, prosperity, and stability after three decades of turmoil in J&K.

Jul 10, 2023

GST Council to meet on Tuesday, likely to take a call on taxing heavy utility vehicles, horse racing, online gaming

With the GST Council, headed by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, all set to meet on Tuesday, it is expected to take a call on various issues like taxing online gaming, high-end vehicles, as well as horse racing and casino activities.

Jul 10, 2023

J&K Police announces Rs 10L reward for information on Rajouri terror attack perpetrators

Attempt to revive 'agitational terrorism' in Kashmir Valley foiled with timely action of police [details]

Within hours after police detained separatist leaders for reviving banned terror groups, Hurriyat Conference distances itself from the meeting.

Jul 10, 2023

Senior J&K officer, wife, and son killed in accident after car plunges into gorge [details]

A senior J&K government officer, his wife, and son were killed on in a road accident on the Mughal Road on Sunday, police said.

Jul 9, 2023

Health, finance influencers watch out; govt to draft rules requiring you to run disclaimers [here's why]

Soon the amalgam of health influencers, who give tips on various social media platforms about consuming a particular nutrient or supplement, will have to prove their qualifications and eligibility, to ensure that they are not indulging in surrogate advertising or pedalling half-baked information to their followers.

Jul 9, 2023

Railways introduces discount scheme in AC sitting trains, with immediate effect [details]

In a bid to optimise utilisation of accommodation in trains, the Union Railways Ministry on Saturday announced the introduction of a discounted fare scheme in AC sitting trains.

Jul 8, 2023

No Ph.D.s in 1.4-billion nation? Academics question UGC's new rule on allowing Asst Profs without it

In a nation of 1.4 billion, we have a handful of Ph.D.s and now, even that stands diluted further with the new UGC rule, say academics across the country

Jul 7, 2023

K'taka CM Siddaramaiah to present 14th budget today, maiden budget of new Congress govt

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will on Friday present the maiden budget of the Congress government in the state.

Jul 7, 2023

India's Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023: Unlocking Global Trade Opportunities

The announcement of India's Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023 marks a significant milestone in India's trade ecosystem. With a vision to increase exports manifold and propel India's export value to $2 trillion by 2030, the FTP 2023 focuses on dynamic and open-ended policies that accommodate emerging needs.

Jul 7, 2023

India rejects Pak's attempt to raise Kashmir issue at NAM meet [details]

India on Thursday rejected Pakistan's attempt to raise the Kashmir issue at the Non Aligned Movement (NAM) Ministerial meeting in Azerbaijan capital Baku.

Jul 6, 2023

Indian contingent, Rafale jets to take part in Bastille Day parade of France [details]

The Bastille Day parade of France will witness a 269-member tri-services contingent of the Indian Armed Forces marching alongside their French counterparts on July 14 in Paris.

Jul 6, 2023

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Search Results for: Finance Ministry

Corridors of World Bank Hq filled with Indian Americans? Ajay Banga, Anshula Kant and more

No GST on cancer treatment drugs, special medicines; GST Council's decision hailed [details]

"Unconstitutional, irrational, egregious": Industry stakeholders react to 28% GST on online games [details]

28% GST to be levied on full value of online gaming, horse racing, casinos

Centre opposes petitions in Supreme Court challenging abrogation of article 370 [details]

GST Council to meet on Tuesday, likely to take a call on taxing heavy utility vehicles, horse racing, online gaming

Attempt to revive 'agitational terrorism' in Kashmir Valley foiled with timely action of police [details]

Senior J&K officer, wife, and son killed in accident after car plunges into gorge [details]

Health, finance influencers watch out; govt to draft rules requiring you to run disclaimers [here's why]

Railways introduces discount scheme in AC sitting trains, with immediate effect [details]

No Ph.D.s in 1.4-billion nation? Academics question UGC's new rule on allowing Asst Profs without it

K'taka CM Siddaramaiah to present 14th budget today, maiden budget of new Congress govt

India's Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023: Unlocking Global Trade Opportunities

India rejects Pak's attempt to raise Kashmir issue at NAM meet [details]

Indian contingent, Rafale jets to take part in Bastille Day parade of France [details]

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]