AIFTP petition against Samadhan scheme to be heard on October 27
The petition filed by the All India Federation of Tax Practitioners' (AIFTP) against the Kar Vivadh Samadhan scheme has been adjourned till October 27. The matter was part-heard by the bench headed by justice Lahoty here on Friday. The issue is set to be finally decided at the next hearing.

PSU banks to let branch officials dispose of loans
Public sector banks have started delegating powers to officials to dispose of loan applications at the branch level, following the recommendations of the RV Gupta committee on agricultural credit.

Income-tax department starts moving with times
Winds of change are blowing across the corridors of the income-tax (I-T) department, which has begun to shed its antiquated image. Activity has gained momentum, work is on at a faster pace and disposals are gathering speed.

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