Centre to explore potential of cruise tourism in India

IANS | August 16, 2025 3:43 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) In a bid to explore the potential of cruise tourism in India and discuss policy initiatives, best practices and strategies for growth, Mumbai Port Trust, in association with Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and the Indian Ports Association (IPA), is organising a conference titled ‘Waterways to Wonder: Unlocking Cruise Tourism’ here on Monday.

Industry chamber urges CBDT to extend ITR filing deadline

IANS | August 16, 2025 2:54 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) The Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has urged the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) to extend the September 15 deadline for filing income tax returns (ITRs) and tax audit reports for Assessment Year (AY) 2025-26, citing delays in the release of ITR utilities and technical issues on the tax portal.

GST reforms to increase disposable income of consumers: Expert

IANS | August 16, 2025 11:47 AM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) The government's plan to overhaul the Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure will give Indian consumers more disposable income, potentially boosting demand and overall consumption in the economy, said Najib Shah, former Chairman of the Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) on Saturday.