General Dwivedi said that during the operation, Indian armed forces "moved something like a rhythmic wave", highlighting the synergy between officials
The "time tested" partnership between India and Bhutan continues to move from strength to strength, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Friday after meeting Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay.
The Indian Army rescued two critically ill South Korean climbers from Ladakh’s remote Kongmarula peak during a trekking expedition. Despite efforts, one of the rescued mountaineers later succumbed to his condition during treatment.
Nirmala Sitharaman confirmed petrol and diesel will not be included under GST soon, citing revenue concerns.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stressed that the rupee remains stable against most global currencies, noting that its recent movements against the dollar reflect international trends rather than a sign of underlying weakness
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India and China must hold meaningful discussions on trade, market access and non-tariff barriers, stressing that building a balanced relationship will take time and sincere engagement.
The Indian Armed Forces continues to bolster its strength. And now, the Ministry of Defence has released its 15-year plan to modernise its Army, Air Force and Navy. The roadmap focuses on next-generation warfare, artificial intelligence and laser weapons
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has criticised those justifying the 'Brahmins profiteering' remark made by Peter Navarro.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the next phase of reforms after GST 2.0 will target states, panchayats and urban local bodies, stressing that grassroots reforms are essential to empower citizens and sustain growth
Sitharaman said that the government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi is taking every step to ensure that those impacted by the 50 per cent tariffs are taken care of
India will continue to buy Russian oil as the call for such purchases depends on what suits our interests best, said Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in an interview with Network 18.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the new GST 2.0 regime, with simpler slabs and consumer-friendly measures, will reduce prices, leave more money in people’s hands and boost domestic demand during the festive season
The cuts to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) have not considered foregone revenue but only factored in the welfare of citizens, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman told Network 18 in an interview.
Talking about GST 2.0's impact on consumption in the economy, Sitharaman told Network18, "Citizen now has a choice to spend money. Now prices of everything have come down. This will definitely increase what people spend"
The Mumbai Police is on alert after a threat message claimed that 14 'terrorists' had entered the city with around 400 kilograms of explosives and planted them in 34 vehicles in the city.
India has introduced sweeping changes to the GST structure, bringing much relief to the common man. Many have questioned if these changes, which come eight years after the tax was first introduced, are a result of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Indian goods
The current four-tier tax structure, comprising 5 per cent, 12 per cent, 18 per cent, and 28 per cent, will be replaced by a simplified two-rate system
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said the Indian government is actively engaging with at least 50 countries through its diplomatic missions to identify new markets for exporters affected by steep US tariffs
Goyal dismissed Peter Navarro’s sharp criticism as a “misunderstanding or personal opinion” stressing that India remains committed to dialogue, diplomacy and strengthening its partnership with the United States
The minister underlined that New Delhi continues to hope for progress on a trade deal with Washington, adding that both sides recognise the long-term importance of a strong economic partnership.
“India will never compromise on the interests of our farmers, fishermen, MSMEs or religious communities. Our goal is to work towards a long-term, mutually beneficial trade agreement,” said Goyal
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has ruled out retaliatory tariffs against the US stressing that India is a ‘patient’ nation that believes in dialogue and diplomacy
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India has always shared a good relationship with China, but admitted that the Galwan clash slightly strained ties. He expressed hope that Prime Minister Modi’s participation at the SCO summit would help restore better relations.
In an interview with News18, he said the vision has been laid out by PM Modi as part of a long-term roadmap to transform India into a fully developed nation by the centenary of its independence
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, highlighting the new GST reforms, India’s resilience during Covid-19 and a roadmap to make the country a $30 trillion economy by 2047
The inauguration of the Bharat Mumbai Container Terminal Phase-II by PM Modi and Singapore’s PM Lawrence Wong shows Singapore’s role as India’s top Asean trade partner and leading investor
The Centre, the Manipur government and key Kuki-Zo groups have signed a ‘Suspension of Operations’ pact to end ethnic hostility in the Northeastern state. This comes amid PM Modi's Manipur tour speculation
India has rolled out its biggest GST reforms since 2017, cutting rates on essentials, farm equipment, and insurance while simplifying slabs to just five per cent and 18 per cent. A new 40 per cent rate targets luxury and sin goods. The changes aim to ease household budgets, support farmers and students, and boost spending ahead of the festive season
In case you are confused about the restructuring of GST rates, here are the frequently asked questions that address your queries.
Your food bill will see a drastic reduction, starting September 22, after India’s GST Council approved next-generation reforms to the tax structure. Now, everyday food items and kitchen staples will get cheaper. Also, for those who like dining out, there’s a reason to rejoice, as GST on restaurants has been slashed to five per cent