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'Explicit and clear': New ad rules set celebrity endorsement guidelines

Management firms argue that holding stars accountable is unfair; experts say step needed to check misleading claims in ads

At Ministerial Conference, WTO faces litmus test on food security issue

Despite making all the correct noises, the WTO members have failed to walk the talk as evident in divergent positions on food security

Duty on solar modules, cells to continue; don't want imports: R K Singh

There are "no plans" to review the basic customs duty (BCD) levied on solar modules and cells, Union Power Minister R K Singh has said.

Iran, Taiwan reject Indian tea shipments citing phytosanitary issues

Taiwan and Iran have rejected three containers of tea sent from India due to phytosanitary issues and presence of pesticides beyond permissible limits

Explained: Why India holds the key to global rice market outlook

Monsoon rains determine the size of India's rice crop, and plentiful rains this year would help it maintain its preeminent position in the global rice trade

Untaxed digital imports like video games cost India $4.9 bn in 4 years

According to a report by a Geneva-based think tank, the loss of revenue was from the import of just 49 products like movies, music, and video games

Understanding capital gains tax exemption under Section 54

Taxes are levied on earnings made from sale of residential property as well. It is known as capital gains tax. But did you know that in some cases you can save yourself from this tax? Find out how

Centre looks to build divestment capacity in govt departments, PSUs

DIPAM calls for in-house capabilities for analysis and decisions regarding divestment-related measures

Remove price cap and channel bundling restrictions: Broadcasters tell TRAI

Industry lobby responds to regulator's consultation paper on the New Tariff Order (NTO 2.0) in the sector.

5G rollout unviable if captive private networks allowed, telcos tell govt

Telcos point to global trends and contend that 40 per cent of 5G revenues are expected from the enterprise segment and captive 5G networks will make 5G rollout unviable

Ukraine war has thrown up fuel, food and fertiliser crisis: EAM Jaishankar

The agreement, said Jaishankar, has really opened up huge possibilities for Bangladesh and for India's northeastern states

Green investment jumped 125% to $14.5 billion in FY22: IEEFA report

Acquisitions, bond issues make up for 75% of total value

Exploring settling trade in rupee with India, says Iranian minister

The foreign minister said there were detailed and forward looking discussions on economic and trade aspects, adding that Indo-Iranian trade was centuries old

Govt set to pitch for grain sales from public stockholding at WTO meet

The Centre's comments are significant as the G7 countries have criticised India's ban on wheat exports

FY23 tax collection likely to be better than budget estimate: Revenue Secy

The country's tax collections soared to a record high of Rs 27.07 lakh crore last year, compared to budget estimate of Rs 22.17 lakh crore.

Strategic PSUs should look to scale up, boost efficiency: FM Sitharaman

The minister said strategic sectors had been identified based on national interest, and the government would continue to have its presence in these sectors

Buy paddy only from small and marginal farmers, says CACP report

Report also suggests that farmers should grow more oilseeds and pulses

India's FDI rank rises to 7th position despite falling inflows: UNCTAD

Upmove despite investments falling to $45 bn in '21 from $64 bn a year earlier: UN

Current account deficit likely to hit three-year high at $43.8 bn in FY22

The country's current account deficit is likely to hit a three-year high of 1.8 per cent or USD 43.81 billion in FY22, as against a surplus of 0.9 per cent or USD 23.91 billion in FY21, a report said

CAD will be sustainable, can be financed by normal capital inflows: RBI Guv

The number of unicorns, or new businesses valued at over $1 billion, is rising rapidly