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Terming the MSME sector as the backbone of the economy, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Saturday said the sector would lead the current consolidation phase of the economy. (Photo: PTI)

No 25 per cent tax for big firms soon, hints Arun Jaitley

Jaitley also said the states are not in favour of including petrol and diesel into GST at the moment.

6 Feb 2018 5:37 AM IST

The Sensex opened higher before trading at 26,646.65 at 1100 hours, a loss of 51.17, or 0.19 per cent.

LTCG, US jobs batter bulls on Dalal Street

India's volatility index, soared 5 per cent on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) signalling the underlying nervousness...

6 Feb 2018 5:31 AM IST

The RBI has always said monetary policy should be accompanied by fiscal policy if the wheels of the economy are to be greased. (Photo: PTI)

RBI likely to keep interest rate on hold for 3rd time in a row

RBI had reduced benchmark lending rate by 0.25 percentage points to 6 pc in August, bringing it to a 6-year low.

5 Feb 2018 5:19 PM IST

The government has decided to increase the New Fund Offer (NFO) size of Bharat 22 ETF from Rs 8,000 crore to Rs 14,500 crore. (Photo: PTI/Representational)

Rs 51600 crore released to states under MGNREGA in 2017-18: Govt

Under MGNREGA, wage seekers are entitled to receive compensation at the rate of 0.05 per cent of the unpaid wages per...

5 Feb 2018 4:42 PM IST

Stocks of IT companies saw selling as the rupee continued to strengthen, which dragged down the Sensex.

Equities extend slide on global sell-off; Sensex sheds 310 points

The 30-share Sensex stayed in the negative zone through the session and hit a low of 34,520.80.

5 Feb 2018 4:19 PM IST

CBDT Chief Sushil Chandra. (Photo: PTI)

Don't misuse I-T laws, tax rates already low: CBDT to industry

In 2018-19 Budget, Jaitley proposed to lower corporate tax rate to 25 pc for businesses with turnover of up to Rs 250...

5 Feb 2018 4:09 PM IST

Revenue Secretary Hasmukh Adhia. (Photo: File)

Unevenness in taxes paid by salaried class, business people: Adhia

For assessment year 2016-17, 1.89 crore salaried individuals have filed I-T returns and paid total tax of Rs 1.44 lakh...

5 Feb 2018 2:55 PM IST

Origin of gold is one of the most intriguing mysteries for mankind since ancient times. (Photo: Pixabay)

Gold edges up on global cues, jewellers' buying

Gold is trading at Rs 31,270 per 10 grams backed by a firm trend overseas and fresh buying by local jewellers.

5 Feb 2018 2:38 PM IST

Hyundai has not revealed any renderings of the interior of the car.

Fourth-Gen Hyundai Santa Fe teased

Fourth-gen flagship SUV looks a whole lot sportier and is set to be unveiled in the flesh at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show.

5 Feb 2018 2:31 PM IST

Apple iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus use LCD panels (Representative Image)

Apple raises iPhone prices by up to 3.6 pc post custom duty hike

Increase in MRP is applicable on all iPhone models, except the iPhone SE, which is being assembled in India by Wistron.

5 Feb 2018 1:54 PM IST

Sensex, Nifty each lost over 1 per cent on Friday amidst fears of a US-North Korea war. (Photo: PTI)

Sensex down 342 points, Nifty below 10,700 in late morning

Broader Nifty was also trading below 10,700-level at 10,655.70, down by 104.90 points, or 0.97 per cent.

5 Feb 2018 12:37 PM IST

Indian Railways had introduced the refrigerated van service with an aim to facilitate the transportation of perishable commodities.

Stronger orders drive January services growth to three-month high: PMI

Overall performance of the service sector remained weaker than the long-run growth trend.

5 Feb 2018 12:09 PM IST