Decision on CRL, MRL merger with oil PSUs in 10 days
The fate of two stand-alone refineries, Cochin Refineries Ltd and Madras Refineries Ltd, will be decided within ten days time when the Union cabinet's sub-committee on petroleum ministry submits its Vision 2025 report to the Central government.

Harmonisation of Central, state taxes must to avoid distortions, says Assocham
The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India has stated that state taxes should be harmonised and linked with Central levies to avoid distortion in the tax structure.

World Bank study identifies problems in regulating Rlys
A World Bank study has identified problems in regulating the rail transport sector. The study entitled "Rail Transport Regulation" says economic characteristics of rail transport have implications for regulation.


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