Business

Government hikes windfall tax on diesel by ₹3 and ATF by 50 paise per litre

The central government announced an increase in the windfall levy on diesel by three rupees per litre and on aviation turbine fuel by fifty paise per litre.

01 Nov 2026

Jabalpur Court Orders Bank to Refund Rs 1.57 Lakh for Unreleased Loan EMIs

The Jabalpur District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has ordered the Central Bank of India to refund Rs 1,57,059 with interest after deducting EMIs for a loan that was never disbursed.

01 Nov 2026

JK Lakshmi Cement Wins Preferred Bidder Status for Umrangso Limestone Block

JK Lakshmi Cement has been declared the preferred bidder for a new limestone block in Umrangso, Assam, marking a significant expansion in its raw material sourcing.

01 Nov 2026

PHDCCI Urges New Economic Reforms for Accelerated Indian Growth

The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) has called for the implementation of fresh economic reforms aimed at boosting India's growth trajectory.

01 Nov 2026

Ambani Navigates Pressure from Musk and Interest from Washington

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani is reportedly facing pressure from Elon Musk while simultaneously being courted by Washington, indicating a complex geopolitical and business landscape.

01 Nov 2026

HMT Launches 'Kannadiga' Watch Collection for Karnataka

HMT has introduced a new watch collection named 'Kannadiga', specifically designed for the market in Karnataka.

01 Nov 2026

Delhi Commercial LPG Prices Rise by Rs 10 from Today

Commercial LPG prices in Delhi have increased by ₹10 per unit, effective today, with updated rates now available across major cities.

01 Nov 2026

India Shifts Focus from Large Hydro to Solar Power Projects

India is increasingly favouring solar power over large hydroelectric projects, indicating a significant shift in the nation's energy strategy.

01 Nov 2026

Jaipur LPG Prices Rise: Commercial 19‑kg Cylinder Up to ₹2,847

Petroleum firms in Jaipur have increased the price of 19‑kg commercial LPG cylinders by ₹9.50, setting the new rate at ₹2,847 effective from November 1. Household cooking gas prices remain unchanged.

01 Nov 2026

SpaceX Market Value Drops $500 Billion in Less Than a Month

Elon Musk's SpaceX has witnessed a significant decline, losing $500 billion in market value within a single month, according to recent reports.

01 Nov 2026

MEIL President: New Tech Must Align With Safety & Engineering Standards

MEIL Projects' Division President emphasizes that adopting new technologies must be accompanied by sound engineering practices and strict worker safety protocols.

01 Nov 2026

Halloween Goes Desi: Indian Retailers Embrace Trick-or-Treat Trend

Indian retailers are increasingly marketing Halloween-themed products, signaling a shift as the Western festival gains traction in the domestic market.

01 Nov 2026