GST rate cuts to boost housing, construction sectors

IANS | September 19, 2025 2:58 PM

New Delhi, Sept 19 (IANS) The GST rate reductions on key construction materials and services are expected to make housing more affordable, reduce infrastructure costs, and create more employment opportunities, according to an official statement issued on Friday.

iPhone 17 pre-bookings in India surpass iPhone 16 levels: Report

IANS | September 19, 2025 12:22 PM

New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) Pre-bookings for Apple’s iPhone 17 series in India have surpassed those of the iPhone 16 during the launch period, with the new series projected to account for 15–20 per cent of sales, as per industry sources.