The Centre on Wednesday revised customs duties on display-related products to support domestic electronics manufacturing and fix the existing duty structure. The Union finance ministry raised the Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on flat panel displays to 20%, while reducing the duty on open cells and key components to 5%. The changes are aimed towards strengthening…
Gold price today: Gold prices on Wednesday surged to a record while silver continued trading just marginally below its all-time high. This rally in the precious metals came as investors rushed towards safe-haven assets amid the ongoing geopolitical and trade related uncertainity.The surge in precious metals came after the US Supreme Court delayed the decision…
New Delhi: The ministry of power on Wednesday released the draft National Electricity Policy (NEP) 2026, proposing automatic annual tariff revisions linked to a suitable index if state regulators fail to issue tariff orders, exemption of cross-subsidies for the manufacturing sector and railways, renewable energy capacity addition through market-based mechanisms and captive power plants, and…
As the Union Budget 2026 approaches, industry bodies have flagged key expectations focused on easing pressure on micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and strengthening the startup ecosystem amid funding constraints and regulatory challenges. With employment generation and entrepreneurship high on the policy agenda, stakeholders are looking for targeted measures that address cash-flow stress, compliance…
BTC and major altcoins saw early signs of stabilization after macro-driven losses. Source link
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his greetings to the people of Manipur, Meghalaya, and Tripura on their 54th Statehood Day, honoring their vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and valuable contributions to India’s progress.Wishing the people of Manipur, PM Modi highlighted the state’s passion for sports, rich cultural heritage, and close bond with…
Stock market today: Dalal street was mostly red on Wednesday, as benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty were dragged down by increasing geopolitical tensions, weak global markets and continuous foreign fund outflows. The Nifty50 slipped below the 25,000 mark to trade at 24,919.80, while the BSE Sensex plunged more than 1,000 points to hit 81,124 in…
The Court drew a clear distinction between a “refusal” to live with the husband and mere non-compliance with a restitution decree. (AI image) On 10th January 2025, the Supreme Court, in a historic ruling, reaffirmed the social-welfare character of maintenance laws and held that a husband cannot evade his maintenance obligation under Section 125 of…
Secondary watch prices are up about 4% over six months, even as crypto slides and gold and silver absorb the macro stress trade. Source link
NEW DELHI: Spanish President Pedro Sánchez Pérez-Castejón is expected to visit India soon, Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares said on Wednesday. He also expressed hope that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be able to visit Spain.Albares, who met external affairs minister S Jaishankar in New Delhi, said the two countries aim to elevate their…
