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Digital transactions in October shot up to 965 million transactions, the highest ever so far. (Photo: Pexels)

Digital transactions cross 200 mn milestone on NPCI platform in July

A total of 6.65 crore Indian citizens availed banking services through AePS platform in July, it said.

12 Aug 2019 3:23 PM IST

Mauritius is compliant with all OECD norms, including the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes.

CBDT issues FAQs on filing tax returns to help taxpayers

The FAQs are based on the queries received by the CBDT to help assessees file ITRs.

12 Aug 2019 10:34 AM IST

Speaking to ANI the owner of the goat, Mohammad Nizamuddin, said, This goat weighs over 90 kgs, we have named it Salman. (Photo: ANI)

Goat with Allah written on it up for sale for Rs 8 lakh in Gorakhpur...

The owner claiming the word 'Allah' appeared on the body of the goat naturally.

12 Aug 2019 10:09 AM IST

Petroleum ministry has been demanding to bring petrol and diesel on GST to give relief to consumers from high prices.

India's fuel demand rose 3.3 per cent in July

Sales of gasoline, or petrol, were 8.8 per cent higher from a year earlier at 2.52 million tonnes.

12 Aug 2019 9:04 AM IST

There are several common misconceptions around credit card debt. Just as with any kind of debt, you must educate yourself about credit cards and the best ways to use them.

Use credit card wisely to stay away from debt trap

If you find yourself pulled into one where you are unable to settle your dues, here are some mistakes you should avoid.

12 Aug 2019 1:24 AM IST

People were spotted buying artificial decorations, especially lights and electric lanterns along with handicrafts ahead of Diwali celebrations in the city. This Matunga shop has a special collection of Thailand-made lights and decorations that seem to be quite popular this Diwali season. (Photo: Shripad Naik)

Handicrafts exporters turn to African, Latam markets

In 2018-19, handicrafts exports to Africa stood at $255 mn and to Latin American countries at $61 mn.

12 Aug 2019 1:17 AM IST

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has now given its go ahead to the proposal for creation of a buffer stock of 4 million tonne of sugar for one year at an estimated maximum expenditure of Rs 1,674 crore.

Buffer stock quantum can be modified

FRP is applicable for all states growing sugarcane except Uttar Pradesh and Punjab.

12 Aug 2019 1:11 AM IST

In the last sectoral meeting with the real estate sector representatives and homebuyers, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Sunday, said that she would soon address issues affecting the sector and other stakeholders.

Real estate sector gets Finance Minister's word

The government is believed to have decided on a high-level meeting to bring the ailing sector on track.

12 Aug 2019 1:08 AM IST

In the corporate segment, new companies are getting added to the stressed portfolio.

Earnings: Banks report rise in slippages in Q1

After sustained improvement over FY19, the country's largest lender, State Bank of India, disappointed on asset quality...

12 Aug 2019 1:06 AM IST

Later, he realised he had intruded into a marriage ceremony and silently left the place.

India's youth borrowing big to get married

The total loan applications across categories in all the six cities rose to 15 per cent, from 9 per cent.

10 Aug 2019 12:18 PM IST

Despite substantial rise in the number of women joining workforce in India, gender parity continues to suffer.

India needs to increase women workforce to global average of 48 pc:...

At present, India has only about 27 per cent women in the workforce.

10 Aug 2019 11:16 AM IST

Other automakers are likely to follow suit, which would lead to loss of at least contractual jobs.

Top Indian automakers plan production cuts amid industry crisis

Auto parts manufacturers and dealers have laid off about 350,000 workers since April.

10 Aug 2019 10:47 AM IST