GST reforms will boost ease of doing business: CII’s Rishi Kumar Bagla

IANS | September 25, 2025 3:47 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Confederation of Indian Industry's (CII) Western Region President Rishi Kumar Bagla on Thursday said the recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms have simplified tax filing for industries and will enhance ease of doing business in the country.

Investor funds diverted, accounts faked: SEBI imposes 5-year ban on Seacoast Shipping

IANS | September 25, 2025 3:45 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has barred Seacoast Shipping Services Limited (SSSL) and its key officials from raising funds from investors for five years, after finding the company guilty of diverting rights issue proceeds, fabricating accounts, and misleading shareholders with false disclosures.

Govt seals Rs 62,370 crore deal with HAL to buy 97 LCA Mk1A fighter jets for IAF

IANS | September 25, 2025 3:35 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) The Ministry of Defence has signed a Rs 62,370 crore contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A, including 68 fighters and 29 twin-seaters, along with associated equipment, for the Indian Air Force, according to an official statement issued on Thursday.