New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to introduce the much-anticipated Income-Tax Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha today, marking a significant step towards modernizing India’s tax system. The new bill is designed to replace the six-decade-old Income-Tax Act of 1961, making tax laws simpler, more transparent, and taxpayer-friendly. The proposed legislation aims Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Transport Minister K.B. Ganesh Kumar has proposed a fine for pedestrians caught using mobile phones while crossing roads, citing it as a major cause of accidents. The minister believes that enforcing such a rule will enhance road safety and reduce mishaps caused by distracted walking. Addressing the state assembly, Ganesh Kumar pointed out Read More…
High-stakes discussions on trade, tariffs, and visa policies are set to take center stage as former U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepare for crucial talks. With both nations striving to bolster economic and strategic ties, the meeting is expected to address key issues impacting bilateral relations. Trade tensions, particularly tariff-related Read More…
New Delhi: On the occasion of World Radio Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his heartfelt greetings to the nation, emphasizing the enduring significance of radio as a powerful medium of communication. He highlighted its crucial role in bridging diverse communities and fostering a sense of unity. In his message, PM Modi acknowledged radio’s immense Read More…
Kochi: After reaching record highs, gold prices took a sharp plunge today, dropping ₹560 per sovereign, bringing the price below ₹64,000. Currently, one sovereign costs ₹63,520, while one gram is priced at ₹7,940, marking a ₹70 decline. This sudden drop follows an unprecedented ₹3,000 surge over the past week. Yesterday, gold prices spiked by ₹640 Read More…
Ayodhya – Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep grief over the passing of Mahant Satyendra Das Ji, the revered chief priest of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya. The 85-year-old spiritual leader breathed his last at SGPGI Hospital in Lucknow, where he was undergoing treatment following a stroke. In an emotional tribute, PM Modi hailed Read More…
New Delhi, February 11, 2025 – Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Lok Sabha, shedding light on the recent depreciation of the Indian rupee against the U.S. dollar. Citing former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan, she attributed the rupee’s decline primarily to the strengthening of the dollar rather than domestic economic weaknesses. Sitharaman emphasized that the Read More…
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has summoned popular YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia (BeerBiceps), comedian Samay Raina, and others to appear on February 17, 2025, following derogatory remarks made during the YouTube show “India’s Got Latent.” The commission strongly condemned the language used and stressed the urgent need for content regulation on digital platforms. The controversy Read More…
The sacred occasion of Maghi Purnima witnessed a sea of devotees at Triveni Sangam, Prayagraj, as millions took a holy dip in the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers during the Maha Kumbh Mela. The ritual bathing began in the early hours of Wednesday, with over 6.5 million pilgrims participating by midday. To Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 14th India-France CEO Forum in Paris, urging global businesses to seize the opportunity to invest in India. He reaffirmed India’s vision of becoming a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India) by 2047 and assured a stable, business-friendly environment with consistent policies. The high-profile forum saw participation from leading CEOs across key Read More…