Mercedes-Benz India warns that raising GST rates on electric vehicles above Rs 40 lakh could hinder investment, employment, and EV adoption. CEO Santosh Iyer argues that higher taxes on imported and locally-produced EVs would reduce demand and potentially neutralize government revenue gains from increased duties.
Read MoreA 45-year-old accused in the gang rape of a teenager in Surat died in police custody after falling ill. Arrested alongside another suspect, he was transferred to a hospital after complaining of breathlessness but succumbed during treatment. The incident unraveled when the duo attacked the victim and her friend, leading to a swift police...
Read MoreRoad transport minister Nitin Gadkari warns petrol pump owners of penalty for locking or poorly maintaining toilets, suggesting the cancellation of NOCs for non-compliance. The initiative is linked to NHAI’s Humsafar policy aiming to standardize and improve facilities along highways and expressways.
Read MoreA Kasganj court sentenced Ghamandi Singh, his three sons, and two relatives to life imprisonment for the fatal beating of Bacchu Singh in 2021. The judge also imposed a Rs 72,000 fine on each convict. The crime stemmed from a family dispute, and despite seeking leniency, the court upheld the life sentences based on...
Read MoreSyed Majid Ali, a medical practitioner, dedicates six weeks every year to organize Ramlila in Ayodhya, promoting communal harmony. The event, founded by his father in 1963, sees Hindus and Muslims collaborating while respecting religious sentiments, emphasizing India’s shared cultural legacy.
Read MoreThe Allahabad high court directed an investigation by the Ghaziabad district judge into how two contradictory orders were uploaded in a defamation case, one of which was unsigned. A young magistrate involved apologized for the error, citing it was unintentional.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court has discharged three Hindustan Unilever Ltd officials charged with abetment of suicide, ruling that mere harassment allegations are insufficient without clear evidence of direct and alarming incitement leading to the act. The court emphasized the need for intention to compel suicide to be prima facie established.
Read MoreThe average monthly income of rural households in India increased by nearly 58% over five years, reaching Rs 12,698 in 2021-22. Salaried employment remained the largest income source, notably for non-agricultural households. Additionally, rural household expenditure rose significantly, while financial savings also showed considerable improvement.
Read MoreKarnataka’s cabinet has formed an SIT to investigate alleged Rs 7,200-crore irregularities in Covid-19 medical procurements under former BJP administration. An interim report by a retired judge highlighted these discrepancies and recommended recovering Rs 500 crore from implicated companies. The state’s government plans to await further reports before deciding on additional actions.
Read MoreFMCG companies in India plan to hike prices of household essentials, including cooking oil, soaps, and detergents, due to rising commodity costs like palm oil and copra. This move adds upward pressure on inflation, with RBI closely monitoring the situation amidst geopolitical tensions and unexpected weather events affecting global prices.
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