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Revenue deficit likely to widen by close of FY26, K'taka assembly told

Bengaluru, Dec. 18 -- The Mid Year Review of State Finances, which was presented in the legislative assembly on Wednesday, showed that weaker tax inflows and rising welfare costs, among other factors,... Read More


India, Oman to sign trade agreement today

New Delhi, Dec. 18 -- India and Oman are all set to sign a free trade agreement (FTA) on Thursday, Muscat's first FTA in about 17 years after it entered into a similar deal with the US, that will furt... Read More


Still gifting crockery? These multi-burner hobs make a far better wedding gift: Top models to choose from

India, Dec. 18 -- Wedding gifting has moved far beyond decorative showpieces and dinner sets. Today, couples appreciate gifts that are useful, long-lasting, and add real value to their everyday lives.... Read More


EV Predictions 2026, OfBusiness' Cofounder Quits & More

India, Dec. 18 -- What Will Drive EVs In 2026? India's EV dream lost some of its shine in 2025 - BluSmart collapsed, Log9 Materials hit turbulence, and Ola Electric watched its market erode. Yet, des... Read More


Supreme Court quashes criminal proceedings against Sandesaras after they deposit rRs.r5,111 crore

New Delhi, Dec. 18 -- The Supreme Court on Wednesday gave final clearance to quash all criminal proceedings against fugitive promoters of Sterling Biotech Ltd, Chetan Jayantilal Sandesara and Nitin Sa... Read More


Sitharaman introduced Securities Markets Code Bill in Lok Sabha, proposes to send it to parliamentary committee

New Delhi, Dec. 18 -- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday introduced 'The Securities Markets Code Bill, 2025' in the Lok Sabha and proposed that the Bill be referred to the Parliamen... Read More


India, Oman sign free trade pact offering zero-duty access for over 98% of Indian exports

India, Dec. 18 -- India and Oman inked a free trade deal on Thursday that provides zero-duty access for Indian goods in 98.08% of Oman's tariff lines, opens up avenues for Micro, Small, and Medium Ent... Read More


I-T department clarifies on 'transaction' communication sent to taxpayers, says it aims to help taxpayers correct return

New Delhi, Dec. 18 -- The Income Tax department has clarified that the recent SMS and email communications sent to taxpayers regarding certain transactions are meant to help them voluntarily review an... Read More


No. of schools providing mid-day meal shrink

New Delhi, Dec. 18 -- The number of schools covered under the Centre's flagship PM Poshan (formerly Mid-Day Meal) scheme has declined steadily from 11.19 lakh in 2020-21 to 10.35 lakh in 2024-25 - a n... Read More


MP aligns fiscal strategy with 'Viksit Bharat@2047': Dy CM

Bhopal, Dec. 18 -- Madhya Pradesh is aligning its fiscal strategy with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of Viksit Bharat@2047 by strengthening budgetary discipline, expanding capital expenditure ... Read More