The Public Accounts Committee recommends that the central government reassess toll tax regulations for National Highways to ensure a fair and transparent system for commuters.
Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, has agreed to a $10 million settlement to resolve a lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump. The lawsuit was related to the suspension of Trump’s account following the events of January 6, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol. Background of the Lawsuit Following the Capitol riot, major social media platforms, […]
A recent report by the United Nations has brought to light severe human rights violations inflicted upon Bangladesh’s Hindu, Ahmadiyya Muslim, and indigenous communities during the anti-discrimination protests of 2024. The findings implicate the former government, security forces, and associated groups in systematic abuses that may constitute crimes against humanity.
President Donald Trump has pledged to swiftly conclude the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. However, his initial diplomatic moves have sparked concerns among foreign policy experts and allies due to perceived early concessions favoring Russia. Early Diplomatic Engagements In separate discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has emphasized that India’s economic growth can be significantly boosted by a combination of consumption-led and investment-led strategies. Speaking at the Invest Karnataka event in Bengaluru, he stated, “Economists will tell you that consumption-led growth, coupled with investment-led growth, can together become the
Bengaluru’s Namma Metro has reported a 10% decrease in daily ridership following a recent fare hike. Despite the decline, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has stated that it will not consider rationalizing fare slabs at this time. Impact of Fare Increase on Metro Ridership On February 10, the first weekday after the fare […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Washington, D.C., following his two-day visit to France, where he co-chaired the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit with French President Emmanuel Macron. Upon arrival, Modi was warmly received by President Macron in Marseille, where the two leaders shared a cordial embrace before Modi departed for the United States.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Income Tax Bill 2025 in Parliament, marking a significant step towards tax reforms in India. The proposed legislation aims to replace the Income Tax Act of 1961 with a more structured and modern framework, enhancing compliance and transparency. Key Features of the Income Tax Bill 2025 The new bill […]
The Supreme Court rules that spouses in void marriages can seek alimony under the Hindu Marriage Act, ensuring financial security.
Indian oil refiners are restructuring supply chains, creating new entities, and exploring alternative payment methods to maintain Russian crude imports amid tightening international sanctions.
