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A floor under honey exports, not under beekeeper incomes
The government should track procurement prices, producer margins, processing and compliance costs, inventory accumulation and the share of export value reaching beekeepers
India extends RoDTEP export support till Dec 2026; raises insurance cover to 95% amid West Asia disruption
The government has extended the RoDTEP scheme for exporters until December 31, 2026, while raising insurance risk coverage to 95% for eligible shipments to specified regions amid geopolitical and logistics disruptions in West Asia. Existing RoDTEP rates and v…
India’s EV push faces subsidy test as Centre asks industry to make economics work
After years of incentives helping put electric vehicles on Indian roads, the industry faces a harder test: whether localisation, scale, and falling costs can make EVs affordable enough to reduce their dependence on government support. The first challenge was …
India considers doubling port concession contract tenures to spur private investment
The aim is to provide investors greater certainty and a longer recovery window for their upfront and future investments, thereby reducing risk perception and improving bankability of projects.
EPFO wage ceiling raised to ₹25,000 for better social security net
Government raises EPF wage ceiling to ₹25,000 from ₹15,000, expanding mandatory social-security coverage to over 51 lakh additional employees
A new wave
Govt must clear the way for satellite communication
Govt to track sugar production every month starting October
Mills need to sell sugar at reasonable prices and the government will take corrective measures to keep prices stable: Food Ministry
Centre moves to de-risk aircraft leasing, financing
The Centre is enhancing aircraft leasing and financing in India by evaluating taxation, protections, and mechanisms to attract international lessors.
Centre plans incentives for wider adoption of induction cookstoves
Punjab , Haryana and Uttar Pradesh excluded from Open Market Sale Scheme
Name one car : Nitin Gadkari big challenge amid criticism over E20 fuel rollout
Why has India cut the share of broken rice in PDS under Rice Milling Transformation scheme?
The CCEA approved the rice milling scheme last week, cutting the share of broken rice from 25% to 10% for white rice and from 16% to 5% for parboiled
Indian government urge to look into problems created by fertilizer subsidies
Indian stakeholders urge the government to address fertilizer subsidy issues that burden farmers and impact the industry.
Govt revises export duty on petrol , diesel , ATF from July 1 ; no change in domestic fuel tax
No restriction on buying petrol and diesel from July 1? Here's what changes
The Indian government will lift restrictions on petrol and diesel sales starting July 1, following an improvement in fuel supplies. The move indicates stability in fuel distribution and supply in India, as per the Centre.
Living in a flat? Govt may soon introduce a new certificate that could reveal whether your building is actually safe to live in
The Indian government is considering introducing durability certificates for buildings to address growing concerns over unsafe construction practices and structural integrity. This initiative follows recent incidents of building collapses and court-ordered de…
EPFO: Has Employees' Provident Fund Organisation changed 8.25% EPF interest rate for FY25-26
EPF interest rate: The government has approved an 8.25% interest rate for Employees Provident Fund deposits for the fiscal year 2025-26. This rate remains unchanged for the third consecutive year. Over seven crore members are expected to receive this credit …
India weighs extending 40-product import duty exemption beyond June 30 amid West Asia tensions
The government is likely to take a call on extending import duty exemption on about 40 products beyond June 30, after analysing the evolving situation in West Asia and associated revenue implications, an official said on Thursday.
EPF Interest Rate Kept At 8.25%, Over 7 Crore Subscribers Likely To Get FY26 Credit This Month
The government has approved an 8.25 percent interest rate on EPF deposits for FY26. The interest amount is expected to be credited this month to more than seven crore EPFO subscribers, marking the third straight year of the same rate.
Today’s News in a Nutshell
KATHMANDU: Khabarhub brings you a glimpse of major developments of the day in Nepal, including politics, business/economy, sports, entertainment, and more. Govt considering review of free visa, free ticket policy: Labour Minister Minister for Labour, Employme…
The Race to Build the World’s Largest Solar Farms Is Accelerating
Over the last two decades, solar panels have fallen in price while efficiency has increased. Greater uptake and high levels of investment in research and development have led to vast improvements in solar power technology. As panel prices fall and governments…
Maruti Suzuki to unveil flex-fuel car on June 4: All you need to know
Maruti Suzuki is set to launch India's first mass-market flex-fuel passenger vehicle on June 4, capable of running on up to 100 percent ethanol. This significant move, confirmed by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, aligns with the government's push to reduce crud…
West Asia crisis : Govt waives import duty on cotton till October 30
No proposal before Centre to declare cow national animal, ban slaughter nationwide: Meghwal
The Union Law Minister has clarified that the government is not considering making the cow the national animal or imposing a nationwide ban on cow slaughter. He noted that laws on cow slaughter vary by state. While various groups continue to raise these deman…
Centre waives cotton import duty till October 31
The Centre has removed cotton import duty until October 31, aiming to lower textile input costs, boost exports and ensure adequate cotton supply.
Govt mulls social security schemes for gig workers as their number could reach 2 . 5 cr by decade - end
PLI 2 . 0 Scheme for Mobile Phones may Ring Louder
India population problem : why our fertility decline demands a country - wide policy response
Nirmala Sitharaman : Willing to listen to people : Government open to feedback on LTCG , STCG taxes , says Nirmala Sitharaman
Editorial. Crushing problem
Duty hikes to discourage cooking oil use avoidable