ITR deadline, RBI MPC meet among key financial deadlines, events in August

IANS | August 1, 2026 12:33 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) August brings a slew of financial deadlines and events that could affect taxpayers and banking customers, including an August 31 income tax return (ITR) deadline for businesses and professionals, the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting and bank service charge changes.

PM Narendra Modi hails Neeraj, Yashvir after India's javelin double at CWG

IANS | August 1, 2026 12:22 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Neeraj Chopra and Yashvir Singh after the Indian duo delivered a memorable double podium finish in the men's javelin throw at the Commonwealth Games 2026, praising their achievements as an inspiration for the country's young athletes.