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Nearly 4,000 GST grievances filed after reforms: Consumer Affairs Dept
Major share of complaints stemmed from public confusion over GST rate changes. Another significant category involved electronic goods sold via e-commerce platforms
PM welcomes Trump’s Gaza peace plan, calls it ‘viable path’ to lasting peace
PM's support reflects India’s broader strategic vision for stability and development in West Asia, a region of critical importance to India’s energy security & expatriate community
India-Europe FTA trade & economic partnership comes into force today
TEPA is expected to serve as catalyst for boosting bilateral trade & promoting industrial collaborations between India and EFTA member states: Switzerland, Norway, Iceland & Liechtenstein
Over 6 Lakh Lost/Stolen Mobile Phones Recovered Through DoT’s Sanchar Saathi Initiative
‘Block Your Lost/Stolen Mobile Handset’ service, a key feature of the Sanchar Saathi platform, empowers users to report, block, trace, and even unblock their lost or stolen mobile phones in real time
India re-elected to ICAO Council, reaffirms commitment to global aviation safety
The re-election, with a higher vote count compared to 2022, highlights the growing trust of international community in India's commitment to global aviation safety, security & sustainability
Cure for Doctor Shortage: Govt Approves 10,000+ New Medical Seats
Move marks significant step towards achieving universal health coverage for India’s 1.4 billion people, many of whom lack access to quality healthcare due to shortage of trained medical professionals
World Food India: ₹1 lakh crore MoUs signed, agri-food sector gets big boost
Event saw convergence of global regulators, industry leaders, startups and policymakers engaging on sustainability, technology & global collaboration in the food processing sector
Oil India reports first gas discovery in Andaman offshore block
The well, located in Andaman Shallow Offshore Block, marks a significant milestone as it represents the first reported finding of hydrocarbons during the ongoing exploration campaign in the region
India’s Millionaire Households Double in Four Years
Country now home to 8,71,700 dollar-millionaire households, each with a net worth of Rs 8.5 crore or more. This represents a staggering 90% growth in just four years
India-EU Free Trade Agreement: Strategic Stakes and Sticking Points
They move closer to deal amid US tariff turmoil as bilateral trade tops $136 billion. The FTA could reshape not just bilateral commerce but also the broader geo-political and economic balance
H-1B Visa Fee Hike, AI Disruption: India’s IT Jobs At A Crossroads
As AI reshapes software development and US visa rules tighten, India’s IT sector braces for drastic change. Both the industry and its workforce must quickly adapt to this tech-driven shift
EU’s Carbon Tariff Casts Shadow As India’s Metal Exports Fall 24%
Scheme designed to impose carbon tariff on imports of carbon-intensive goods such as iron, steel, aluminum, cement, fertilizers, electricity, and hydrogen, with plans to expand to more sectors later