Page 33 - Bs Web Reports

CSR spend by NSE-listed firms jumps 23% to ₹22,212 crore in FY25: Report

Higher corporate profits lifted CSR spending, with more firms meeting or exceeding mandated outlays even as some funds remained unspent and were moved to designated accounts

Trump says Israel did not push US into Iran war, cites nuclear threat

Trump said Israel did not influence his decision to go to war with Iran, attributing the move instead to his long-held stance against Tehran acquiring nuclear weapons

DGGI nabs mastermind of ₹1,825 crore GST refund fraud at IGI Airport

Chugh, who had been wanted in multiple economic offence cases, was apprehended by officials of the DGGI's Ahmedabad Zonal Unit on April 19

Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia bars visit visa holders, sets fines for violations

Saudi Arabia restricts Mecca entry to authorised pilgrims, imposes fines up to 20,000 riyals and sets deadlines for Umrah visitors ahead of Hajj season

Why welfare remains central in Kerala's politics despite rising public debt

Rising debt and shrinking fiscal space have not weakened welfare politics in Kerala. Despite warnings from CAG and RBI, parties continue to rely on welfarism during elections

Quitting Facebook, Instagram? Study links deactivation to well being

A Stanford study suggests that quitting Facebook and Instagram, even briefly, can improve mental health and encourage better daily habits

PAN rules explained: Here's when it's mandatory for your transactions

From opening bank accounts to buying property, here's where quoting PAN is compulsory under the current income tax rules

H-1B visa fraud: Indian-origin duo hire workers for fake US university jobs

Two Indian-origin men admitted filing H-1B petitions for non-existent roles at the University of California, as US authorities point to wider fraud patterns

Understanding Trusts: What they are, how they work, and why they matter

As wealth becomes more complex, the trust structure is emerging as a vital tool for founders and families. Here's a simple breakdown of what they are, how they function, and why they matter

Finland's citizenship test plan explained: What changes for migrants

Finland's citizenship test plan explained: What changes, who it affects, and what applicants should expect from 2027

New personalised mRNA vaccine may change pancreatic cancer outcomes

A personalised mRNA vaccine may help the immune system fight pancreatic cancer for years, with early trial data showing reduced recurrence in some patients

Weekly policy watch: US trade talks, infra output in focus this week

India's policy calendar for April 20-26 is packed with key events including US trade talks, flash PMI data and infrastructure output, offering cues on growth, demand and policy direction

Missed tax break on property sale? ITAT allows Section 54 in reassessment

Missed Section 54 in original return? ITAT allows claim later, but conditions, timelines and documents matter

Bengaluru electricity bills to rise from May 1: How much more you'll pay

Bengaluru electricity bills to rise from May 1: Here's why costs are going up and how much extra consumers may pay over time

Green card holders beware: USCIS to recheck old approvals, expand probes

USCIS warns Green Card holders of stricter checks, says old cases will be re-vetted and public tip lines opened with ICE, CBP support

₹23 lakh top offers, ₹160 cr total pay: India's new skill-to-salary boom

An estimated ₹160 crore+ in new annual income for graduates placed across Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Flipkart, HDFC Bank, and 500+ other organisations.

West Asia war: Trump to send team to Pak; Iran rejects talks citing breach

Trump says US officials will visit Pakistan for Iran talks as ceasefire nears end; Iran denies agreeing to talks, accusing the US of violating the truce and raising tensions further

Q4 results: Bank of Maharashtra, PNB Housing Finance, Groww on Apr 20

Q4FY26 company results: Firms including Nelco, Indbank Merchant Banking Services, PNB Gilts, and SML Mahindra are also to release their January-March earnings today

IMD issues heatwave alert for Delhi, UP as mercury set to cross 40°C

Heatwave conditions are very likely over large parts of central and northern India, including Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Vidarbha, along with Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi

Weekly economy wrap: Inflation uptick, monsoon fears weigh on outlook

Economy wrap April 13-19: Rising fuel-led inflation, job market stress and West Asia risks cloud near-term outlook even as government attempts to sustain growth momentum