New GST rates may lower CPI inflation by 20 bps, says Nomura Decision to lower GST (goods and services tax) rates on over 200 items could help pull down retail inflation by… Updated: November 14, 2017 17:44 IST
October trade deficit widens to near 3-year high to $14.02 billion; oil imports up by over 27% The October trade deficit has widened to a three-year high to $14.02 billion from $8.98 billion in September, while Oil imports… Updated: November 14, 2017 17:53 IST
Bring real estate sector under GST with stamp duty, moderate rate: Assocham There are reports that the realty sector may be brought under the GST without stamp duty and other levies like… November 14, 2017 17:30 IST
India services export flat at $14 bn in September, import grows Cumulatively, the services export during April-September read USD 80.33 billion. Updated: November 14, 2017 15:37 IST
Will soon come out with mid-term review of FTP, says Suresh Prabhu The mid-term review of the foreign trade policy (FTP), aimed at promoting exports, will be released soon, Commerce and Industry… Updated: November 14, 2017 14:49 IST
Food inflation at seven-month high but here’s why investors, consumers need not worry The October CPI inflation hit a seven-month high and WPI inflation a six-month high, driven by faster rises in prices… November 14, 2017 14:22 IST
GST has reduced barriers between states, says President Ram Nath Kovind President Ram Nath Kovind said today that the introduction of Goods and Services Tax (GST) was a milestone and the… November 14, 2017 14:02 IST
RBI may leave rates on hold after higher prices, say experts Stronger food and fuel inflation pushed up headline CPI inflation to a 7-month high in October and accordingly, the Reserve… November 14, 2017 12:38 IST
Wholesale inflation hits six-month high in October at 3.59% due to high food, fuel price The Wholesale Inflation for October has surged to 3.59% to a six-month high, driven by faster rises in prices of… November 14, 2017 12:33 IST
More GST rate cuts on cards? Arun Jaitley hints at further relief Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has hinted at further GST rate cuts in future depending on “revenue buoyancy”, while hitting out… November 14, 2017 11:43 IST
WTO suggests moderate global trade growth in Q4 The latest World Trade Outlook Indicator suggests global merchandise trade growth is likely to be moderate in the fourth quarter… November 14, 2017 10:11 IST
Bharat Net gets big boost as telcos join Centre to boost rural connectivity As the government prepares ground to roll out optical fibre for high-speed broadband in the second phase of Bharat Net,… November 14, 2017 07:32 IST
GST Council rate cuts: Revenue impact higher than estimate, say experts In its 23rd meeting, the GST Council left only 50 items in the highest bracket after it was felt that… November 14, 2017 07:26 IST
Pune municipal bonds issue: City looking to raise Rs 1000 cr The Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) is planning to make its maiden municipal bond issue to part-fund the Rs… November 14, 2017 07:17 IST
Will Venezuela debt crisis impact India? All you want to know Any worsening of a debt crisis in Venezuela is unlikely to cause much imbalance in India’s trade or investment scenario,… November 14, 2017 07:11 IST
To boost Housing For All scheme in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, Centre turns to South Korea for help About Rs 5 lakh crore of investment is envisaged in urban development under the government’s flagship schemes, including Rs 1… November 14, 2017 06:38 IST
Wall Street ticks up; dividend payers rise as General Electric slashes payout General Electric slashed its dividend by 50 percent and cut its profit forecast while unveiling a plan that narrowed its… November 14, 2017 06:16 IST
Income tax returns filing: No tax on gift received from relatives in form of cash Capital gains on debt mutual funds are chargeable to tax depending upon your period of holding. November 14, 2017 05:21 IST
‘You don’t destroy a marriage’: Sanjay Kapur’s sister reveals shocking facts about family’s relationship with Priya Sachdev
Test vice-captain Jadeja leads charge against West Indies, skipper Shubman Gill says ‘this was perfect game for us’
BCCI chief selector says it was ‘tough call’ replacing Rohit as ODI skipper: ‘Sometimes you have to look ahead’
