Goods and services sectors’ taxable supply rise 27 pc in early FY27

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:32 PM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) India’s consumption and economic activity, because of strong domestic demand momentum, remained robust in early period of FY27, with goods taxable supply rising 27 per cent and services expanding 22.2 per cent in April, according to government sources on Monday.

Pakistani govt reimposes early market closure in Islamabad amid energy crisis

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:32 PM

Islamabad, June 1 (IANS) As part of energy conservation measures implemented after the fuel price increase and supply constraints caused by the conflict in West Asia, the Islamabad Capital Territory Administration on Monday issued orders about business timings across the city, requiring markets and malls to shut by 8 pm, according to local media reports.