Top 10 biz headlines: Direct tax immunity likely in Budget, farm write-offs

From final touches to takeover norms for unlisted firms to Vistara junks premium class on low income routes, Business Standard brings you the top business headlines of the day

Takeover norms for unlisted firms getting finalised

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs is giving final touches to the takeover code for unlisted companies and it is likely to be introduced soon, a senior government official told Business Standard. Read here

Direct tax immunity scheme likely in Budget

The government, which is hard-pressed for revenue, may come up with an immunity scheme for direct taxes in the upcoming Budget, which will allow assessees to declare the additional income of the previous five-six years without penalty or prosecution. Read here

Vistara junks premium class on low income routes

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