Centre hikes windfall tax on diesel, ATF exports

IANS | June 16, 2026 9:20 AM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) The government has raised windfall gains tax on diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) exports, while keeping the levy on petrol unchanged for the fortnight starting Tuesday.

US Democrats push bill to rebuild America's manufacturing base

IANS | June 16, 2026 9:13 AM

Washington, June 16 (IANS) The opposition Democrats unveiled sweeping legislation in the US Senate aimed at rebuilding America's manufacturing base, reducing reliance on Chinese-dominated supply chains and expanding federal support for industries considered vital to US economic and national security interests.