Raipur, Oct 16 (IANS) The recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform is having a visible impact across markets, with traders and consumers alike reporting significant benefits. Shopkeepers say the reduction in GST rates has led to a noticeable drop in prices, spurring consumer demand and resulting in higher sales volumes.
Chandigarh, Oct 16 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation on Thursday arrested a senior Indian Police Service officer of the 2009 batch, presently posted as DIG, Ropar Range, Punjab, along with a private individual, in a bribery case involving Rs 8 lakh.
New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu said on Thursday that nations which contribute valiant women and men to the noble cause of UN-led peace-keeping should collectively strive for frameworks that encourage a stronger voice for troop-contributing countries.
Karnal, Oct 16 (IANS) Farmers in Karnal, Haryana, are gradually embracing innovative stubble management techniques. This marks a significant shift from the harmful practice of burning crop residue after harvest.
Dhamtari, Oct 16 (IANS) In a significant step towards eradicating malnutrition from grassroots levels, the district administration of Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh, has inaugurated a new initiative called "Laika Ghar" (Children's Home) in the tribal village of Khudurpani.
Kochi, Oct 16 (IANS) Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Thursday paid homage to former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, who passed away in the state, on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Varanasi/Prayagraj, Oct 16 (IANS) As the festival of lights draws near, a strong wave of nationalism and support for indigenous products is sweeping across India - particularly in the spiritual city of Varanasi and the holy town of Prayagraj.
New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is all set to mark a significant event with the maiden flight of the Tejas Mk1A fighter jet from its Nashik facility on October 17; however, the Indian Air Force (IAF) will not be getting the delivery of the Tejas Mk1A.
Mumbai, Oct 16 (IANS) Despite global geo-political headwinds, India’s capital markets continued to show strong resilience in the first half of the current fiscal (H1 FY26), mobilising Rs 9.7 lakh crore through equity and debt -- up 13 per cent year-on-year (YoY), the National Stock Exchange has said.
New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Thursday highlighted that India and Egypt share commitment to the progress of the Global South.
