Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare highlighted India’s active role in shaping global AI standards, emphasizing ethical considerations at international forums. Discussions at the IEC address responsible AI use, with 39 standards existing and 45 under development. Concerns were raised about…
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IndiGo announced that Amitabh Kant has been appointed as an additional director on its board, effective September 15, 2025. This follows the receipt of security clearance from the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Kant, previously the CEO of Niti Aayog and…
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India’s economy is set to grow faster at 6.5 per cent in FY2026, up from the previous expectation of 6 per cent, due to GST reforms that will cushion the blow from steep US import tariffs, a report said on…
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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that next-generation GST reforms will inject ₹2 lakh crore into the economy, boosting disposable income. The reforms include reducing GST slabs, with most items previously taxed at 12% now at 5%, and items at…
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U.S. President Donald Trump’s birthday call to Prime Minister Narendra Modi is more than a courtesy, it signals a potential strategic reset in India-U.S. ties. Will it accelerate stalled trade talks, ease punitive tariffs, and give India Inc a push…
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SEBI plans to collaborate with the government to enable banks, insurance firms, and pension funds to invest in non-agricultural commodity derivatives. The regulator is also considering allowing foreign portfolio investors to trade in non-cash settled commodity derivative contracts. By the…
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