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Crypto TDS surges 41%; Maharashtra, Karnataka lead

New Delhi, Dec. 26 -- The government's highest tax deducted at source (TDS) on so-called virtual digital assets (VDA) came from crypto exchanges based in Maharashtra at Rs.293.40 crore in 2024-25, fol... Read More


Japan's Cabinet OKs record defense budget that aims to deter China

New Delhi, Dec. 26 -- Japan's Cabinet on Friday approved a record defense budget plan exceeding 9 trillion yen ($58 billion) for the coming year, aiming to fortify its strike-back capability and coast... Read More


Coforge to acquire US-based AI firm Encora in $2.35-billion, share-swap deal

India, Dec. 26 -- Coforge Ltd. has agreed to acquire Encora Inc., a Silicon Valley-based software engineering firm, at an enterprise valuation of $2.35 billion, betting on the surging demand for AI-dr... Read More


Coforge signs $2.35-billion deal for Encora in push for AI-led technology services

India, Dec. 26 -- Coforge Ltd. has agreed to acquire Encora Inc., a Silicon Valley-based software engineering firm, at an enterprise valuation of $2.35 billion, betting on the surging demand for AI-dr... Read More


SMP moves to upgrade infra in ST-dominated areas

Siliguri, Dec. 26 -- The Siliguri Mahakuma Parishad (SMP) has taken an initiative to fast-track development in areas predominantly inhabited by Scheduled Tribes. The Parishad has prepared a developmen... Read More


Record-breaking run in copper prices lifts this mining stock 110% since September. Is it in your portfolio?

New Delhi, Dec. 26 -- Copper, a critical metal for electronics, has joined precious metals in a record-breaking run in 2025, with prices advancing 41% so far to nearly $12,300 per ton on the LME. The ... Read More


Japan Cabinet approves record JPY 122.31 trillion budget for FY2026

Tokyo, Dec. 26 -- Japan's Cabinet on Friday approved a record initial budget of JPY 122.31 trillion (approximately USD 783 billion) for fiscal 2026, underscoring the newly appointed Prime Minister San... Read More


Taxing a Broken Trust: Why Nigeria Must Jail Corruption Before Raising Revenue

Nigeria, Dec. 26 -- Nigeria's tax debate is being conducted upside down. Government is pushing revenue extraction before fixing credibility, enforcement, and accountability. This inversion is not only... Read More


Rajat Kapoor says he is 'still standing behind Tabu' in Drishyam 3, there's 'no arc' to his character

India, Dec. 26 -- Actor Rajat Kapoor will soon reprise his role as Mahesh Deshmukh, a civilian husband to a cop named Meera Deshmukh, played by Tabu in the third instalment of the Drishyam franchise. ... Read More


How to view the contradictory narrative in the Pentagons report

Bangladesh, Dec. 26 -- The Pentagons annual report on Chinas military and security developments, released on December 23, offers a revealing glimpse into the contradictions at the heart of contemporar... Read More