Indian Government: News

Budget 2025: Modi government may announce ₹14-15L crore market borrowings

The Indian government is tipped to announce market borrowings of ₹14-15 lakh crore via bonds in the Union Budget 2025, leading economists have said.

Modi government halting privatization, may invest in state-run firms: Reuters

The Indian government, under PM Narendra Modi, has decided to move away from privatization plans and invest billions into struggling state-run firms, Reuters has reported.

₹5.6L salary, 5-year tenure: Applications for next SEBI Chief open

The Indian government has started the process to appoint a new Chairperson for the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

'One Nation, One Time': Government drafts rules for IST adoption

In a move to standardize timekeeping practices across the country, the Indian government has introduced the Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2024, a draft.

What is Unified Pension Scheme introduced for central government employees

The Finance Ministry has announced a new pension scheme, the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), which will come into effect from April 1, 2025.

Here's everything about tax deductions for green contributions in India

To foster a culture of environmental preservation, the Indian government provides several tax benefits for donations made toward eco-friendly initiatives.

Centre urges Google, Apple to pre-install government apps

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has reportedly approached tech giants Google and Apple with a proposal to pre-install government apps on their devices.

Budget 2025: Green energy sector may get ₹10,000cr boost

The Union budget for FY 2025-26 is likely to earmark an additional ₹10,000 crore for new and renewable energy.

Budget 2025: Annual income up to ₹10L may become tax-free

The new tax regime is likely to undergo major changes in the upcoming Union Budget 2025-26, a Business Standard report said.

Modi government proposes draft rules for self-regulation of e-commerce platforms

In a bid to promote self-regulation among e-commerce platforms, the Indian government has proposed a set of draft guidelines.

Modi government is mulling regulatory sandbox for air taxis

India's Civil Aviation Ministry is planning to set up a regulatory sandbox for advanced air mobility solutions.

Modi government to discuss AI chip export curbs with Trump

India is gearing up to raise its concerns with the incoming Donald Trump administration over the US's artificial intelligence (AI) chip export restrictions.

Modi government to introduce new income tax bill in Parliament

The Indian government is all set to introduce a new income tax bill in the upcoming Budget session of Parliament, as per PTI.

Centre to hold talks with protesting farmers on February 14

The Indian government has called protesting farmers from Punjab for a meeting on February 14 in Chandigarh, a senior official of the Union government said on Saturday evening.

What triggers a 'tax audit'? Top reasons how to avoid

Income tax audits are thorough examinations of an individual's or a company's financial records by the Indian government to confirm compliance with the Income Tax Act, 1961.

Travelling via Tejas, Humsafar, Vande Bharat? You can get reimbursement

The Indian government has extended the Leave Travel Concession (LTC) scheme to include travel on Tejas, Humsafar, and Vande Bharat express trains.

Pannun assassination plot: Indian panel recommends action against ex-spy  

A high-level committee set up by the Indian government has recommended action against a former Indian intelligence officer for allegedly orchestrating a foiled plot to assassinate Khalistani terrorist Gurupatwant Singh Pannun.

Why Union Budget is presented on February 1

The Union Budget, India's most awaited financial event, has been presented on February 1 since 2017.

Modi government approves ₹10,000cr fundraising plan for 5 state-run banks

The Indian government has approved a ₹10,000 crore fundraising plan for five public sector banks, as per CNBC-TV18.

How India's new data protection rules may impact OTT platforms

The draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 are likely to have a major effect on the functioning of OTT platforms in India.

Why weather forecasts in India will become more accurate soon

The Indian government is mulling a policy that would make it mandatory for domestic airlines to share weather data, collected during takeoffs and landings, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Indian Railways spent $22B on modernization projects this fiscal

The Indian Railways has pumped in over $22 billion in the current fiscal year, mainly on projects to boost capacity and make journeys safer and quicker for passengers.

Modi government is working on BS7 emission norms for vehicles

In a major step toward sustainable automobile practices, the Indian government has started working on Bharat Stage 7 (BS7) emission standards.

Indian government URLs are redirecting public to scam websites: Report 

Several Indian government websites continue to unknowingly redirect users to fake online platforms, a report by TechCrunch has revealed.

Modi government announces cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims

In a major move, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has launched a new scheme to ensure cashless treatment for road accident victims.

India Post Payments Bank customers, beware of this PAN scam!

The Indian government has warned India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) customers about a fraudulent scheme involving PAN card details.

Modi government considering mandatory hallmarking for silver products

India's Food and Consumer Affairs Minister, Pralhad Joshi, has proposed mandatory hallmarking for silver items.

DPDP: Big Tech must not transfer personal data outside India

The draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) rules have proposed strict measures for Big Tech companies operating in India.

India: Minors will need parental consent to access social media

The Indian government has released the draft of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) rules, which suggest that children under 18 years will require parental approval to create social media accounts.

Modi government releases 'Digital Personal Data Protection' draft rules

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has finally issued the draft rules for the Digital Personal Data Protection Act.

Starlink internet—not operational in India—is being used in Manipur: Report

Elon Musk's satellite-based internet service, Starlink, is being used by terrorist groups in Manipur to circumvent government-imposed internet shutdowns, reported The Guardian.

Faint hope for death-sentenced Kerala nurse as Iran extends help  

Iran has promised to help Nimisha Priya, the Indian nurse from Kerala who is on death row in Yemen.

India removes several VPN apps from Apple, Google app stores

The Indian government has ordered the takedown of several Virtual Private Network (VPN) apps, including the popular 1.1.1.1 by Cloudflare, from Apple's App Store and Google Play Store.

Investing in crypto? Here's what every Indian should know 

Modi government denies using Digi Yatra to catch tax evaders

The Indian government has denied allegations that the Digi Yatra app, a travel initiative using facial recognition technology, will be leveraged by the Income Tax Department to target tax evaders.

Indian government approves laptop and tablet imports for 2025

The Indian government has approved laptop and tablet imports for 2025, the Economic Times reported citing industry insiders.

PM Internship Scheme receives over 6L applications for 1.27L opportunities

The Indian government has been inundated with an overwhelming response to the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme.

Budget 2025: India may simplify taxes for foreign semiconductor firms

The Indian government is considering a revision to the Income Tax Act in the upcoming 2025 budget.

I-T relief expected in 2025: Which income group will benefit?

The Indian government is reportedly considering a reduction in income tax rates for the upcoming 2025-26 Union Budget, particularly for individuals earning up to ₹15 lakh annually.

NVIDIA dominates GPU supply in India's ₹10,000-crore AI mission

NVIDIA's graphics processing units (GPUs) are at the forefront of India's ambitious ₹10,000 crore artificial intelligence (AI) project.

China's SHEIN enters India as labels appear on Reliance's AJIO

Reliance Retail has launched a backend test of Chinese fast fashion label, SHEIN, on its AJIO platform. The development comes nearly five years after the Indian government banned the brand.

KYC masking mandatory from January 20: What changes for you

The Central KYC Records Registry (CKYCRR) has extended the date of implementation for masking KYC identifiers to January 20, 2025.

Modi government uncovers ₹26,540cr GST evasion

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has unearthed a whopping ₹26,543 crore Goods and Services Tax (GST) evasion.

Sold cryptocurrency before 2022? You will be taxed less

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) in Jodhpur has ruled that profits from cryptocurrency sales should be classified as capital gains and not income. This will lead to lower tax liabilities.

India to supply LNG to Sri Lanka, connect power grids

India has announced plans to supply liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Sri Lanka's power plants and connect the power grids of both nations.

'Got paid?': Guru Randhawa faces backlash for supporting farmers' protests

As farmers intensify their protests at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders, singer Guru Randhawa has come out in support of the agricultural community.

Suchi Semicon starts chip production, investing $100M in 3 years

Gujarat-based Suchi Semicon has started semiconductor production without waiting for central government incentives.

Government postpones introduction of ONOE bills in Lok Sabha

The Indian government has postponed the introduction of two important bills to facilitate simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.

Indian tourism sector to double in 10 years: WTTC chief

Julia Simpson, the President and CEO of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), has predicted that India's tourism sector will double in size in the next decade.

India government deactivates 8.5 million mobile connections to combat cybercrimes

As part of its efforts to tackle fraud and improve telecom security, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has deactivated over 85 lakh mobile connections.

66% of businesses paid bribes to avail government services: Report

A recent survey by LocalCircles has found that nearly 66% of businesses in India have turned to bribery to avail government services.

519 Indians deported from US in a year: Indian government

The Indian government has confirmed that 519 Indian citizens were deported from the United States between November 2023 and October 2024.

'Leave at...earliest': India's urgent advisory for its citizens in Syria

The Indian government has issued an urgent travel advisory for its citizens in Syria, asking them to leave the country at the earliest as violence escalates.

How to access verified government numbers on Truecaller

Truecaller allows you to access the authorized numbers for government services.

Is RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das staring at an exit?

The future of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das is under the scanner amid one of the biggest GDP growth misses in recent Indian history.

India to shift GDP base year from 2011-12 to 2022-23

The Indian government is set to revise the base year for calculating Gross Domestic Product (GDP) from 2011-12 to 2022-23.

Modi government removes windfall tax on ATF, petrol and diesel

The Indian government has abolished the windfall tax on aviation turbine fuel (ATF), crude products, as well as diesel and petrol.

Modi government mulls ₹9,000cr plan to boost EV battery production

The Indian government is said to be mulling a ₹9,000 crore plan, to boost the production of critical battery components for electric vehicles (EVs) and clean energy systems.

Volkswagen India facing tax evasion charges, penalties could reach $2.8B

Volkswagen's Indian subsidiary, SKODA Auto Volkswagen India, has been accused by the Indian government of evading $1.4 billion in taxes.

India to introduce new GDP, CPI series by February 2026

India will introduce a new series of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Consumer Price Index (CPI) by February 2026, Saurabh Garg, Secretary of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), announced on Friday.

'Not exaggeration...': India on surge in attacks against Bangladeshi Hindus

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has voiced serious concerns over the rising violence against Hindus in Bangladesh.

Soon, you'll be able to withdraw your PF via ATMs

The Indian government is gearing up to launch the EPFO 3.0 plan, a major upgrade to the current provident fund system.

Indian consulate officials in Canada under surveillance: MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has disclosed that Indian consular officials in Canada are being placed under audio and video surveillance, with their private communications also being intercepted.

Parliament winter session: Houses adjourned for 3rd day amid protests

The Winter Session of Parliament was disrupted for the third consecutive day on Thursday as opposition parties protested.

After Hindu priest's arrest, will Bangladesh now ban ISKCON?

A petition has been filed in the Bangladesh High Court to ban the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).

Centre to revamp farm fire detection method, take Isro help

After being accused of manipulating data, the Indian government is planning to revamp its farm fire detection methods.

Indian government launches new probe into BYJU'S financial misconduct

The Indian government has launched an investigation into the financial and accounting practices of BYJU'S, the beleaguered online tutoring firm.

ISKCON seeks India's intervention after Bangladesh arrests priest

The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) has asked the Indian government to step in after their top priest, Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, was arrested in Bangladesh.

PAN 2.0 announced: Check what's new and should you apply

As part of its Digital India program, the Indian government has announced the launch of a new initiative, the PAN 2.0.

Trudeau calls officials 'criminals' for linking Modi to Nijjar's assassination 

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has slammed his national security officials for leaking classified information and twisting facts.

Adani charged with bribery, fraud in US; arrest warrant issued

Gautam Adani, the billionaire chair of Indian conglomerate Adani Group and one of the world's richest people, has been indicted in New York for his involvement in an alleged multi-billion-dollar bribery and fraud scheme.

Canada to increase screening for travelers to India

Amid deteriorating diplomatic relations with India, Canada has introduced stricter security protocols for passengers traveling to the country.

PM e-Drive scheme: Modi government reinstates subsidies for electric 3-wheelers

The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has reinstated subsidies for electric three-wheelers under the PM E-Drive scheme.