India on track to achieve clean mobility goals: Minister

IANS | July 10, 2025 3:16 PM

New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) India, which is the fastest-growing major economy, is on track on its mission to clean mobility journey, Minister of State for Road, Transport and Highways, Harsh Malhotra, said here on Thursday.

FTAs driving agri sector growth, 25 crore Soil Health Cards distributed: Piyush Goyal

IANS | July 10, 2025 3:08 PM

New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) With supportive policies, fiscal incentives, reduced tariff barriers and new market access through free trade agreements (FTAs) developed countries including Australia, the UAE, the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) nations, and the UK, the agriculture sector has witnessed significant progress, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has said.

Centre extends tax exemption benefits to IREDA bonds

IANS | July 10, 2025 1:44 PM

New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified bonds issued by Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) as "long-term specified assets" that are eligible for tax exemption benefits under section 54EC of the Income-tax Act.

India and OPEC have a unique and symbiotic relationship: Hardeep Puri

IANS | July 10, 2025 9:57 AM

Vienna, July 10 (IANS) Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, has emphasised India’s strong partnership with OPEC, discussing ways to ensure that oil markets remain balanced to ensure smooth global transition into green and alternative energies.