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  • Delhi will refuse fuel to vehicles over 15 years old.

    Delhi will refuse fuel to vehicles over 15 years old.

    The Delhi government’s new policy aims to reduce air pollution by banning fuel sales to vehicles over 15 years old starting April 1, announced by Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa after discussions on city pollution control. A monitoring system will be set up at fuel stations to enforce the new policy. Gadgets will identify vehicles…

  • The government considers a ‘Universal Pension Scheme’ for all Indians to ensure retirement security.

    The government considers a ‘Universal Pension Scheme’ for all Indians to ensure retirement security.

    The Central government is considering a Universal Pension Scheme, aiming to provide social security to all Indians. The Ministry of Labour and Employment is in talks with stakeholders to develop the project, which remains at an early stage without official details. This voluntary scheme would enable individuals, irrespective of their employment status, to join by…

  • In Bihar, 7 BJP leaders were sworn in as ministers in the cabinet expansion.

    In Bihar, 7 BJP leaders were sworn in as ministers in the cabinet expansion.

    The Bihar Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, expanded on Wednesday by adding seven new BJP ministers: Sanjay Saraogi, Sunil Kumar, Jibesh Mishra, Motilal Prasad, Raju Kumar Singh, Vijay Kumar Mandal, and Krishan Kumar Mantoo. This move followed BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal’s resignation due to the party’s “One Person One Post” rule. The…

  • Congress criticizes AAP for delaying Bharat Ratna for Manmohan Singh.

    Congress criticizes AAP for delaying Bharat Ratna for Manmohan Singh.

    Punjab Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa criticized the AAP-led government for reneging on their promise to propose a resolution in the Assembly posthumously honoring former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh with the Bharat Ratna. Bajwa, also the opposition leader in the Punjab Assembly, expressed his dismay after Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan failed to fulfill his…

  • Deciphering Section 194IA: TDS essentials for property transactions.

    Deciphering Section 194IA: TDS essentials for property transactions.

    You must be aware of 1% TDS when buying property deals worth ₹50 lakh or more. Section 194IA of the Income Tax Act requires buyers to deduct this tax before paying sellers for high-value property transactions (excluding agricultural land). To simplify, we explain the who, when, and how of this rule to help you navigate…

  • Maharashtra government raises DA by 3% for 14 lakh employees.

    Maharashtra government raises DA by 3% for 14 lakh employees.

    The Maharashtra government announced a 3% increase in dearness allowance for around 14 lakh employees on Tuesday. The revised DA and arrears for eight months will be paid with the February salary, adding a monthly burden of Rs 150 crore to the state government. The total dues amount to Rs 1,200 crore, which the government…

  • BJP says it’ll take reporters on ‘tour’ inside ‘Sheeshmahal’ 

    BJP says it’ll take reporters on ‘tour’ inside ‘Sheeshmahal’ 

    The BJP has organized a tour for journalists in the contentious ‘Sheeshmahal’ bungalow, where Arvind Kejriwal resided as Delhi’s chief minister. The Flagstaff Road bungalow in Civil Lines sparked debate due to its costly facelift. Parvesh Verma, who beat Kejriwal in the election, plans to show journalists how the AAP government allegedly spent tax money…

  • Uddhav’s presence with Raj Thackeray at the wedding function fuels reunion speculation.

    Uddhav’s presence with Raj Thackeray at the wedding function fuels reunion speculation.

    Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray and Shiv Sena (UBT) head Uddhav Thackeray were recently spotted together at a wedding in Mumbai, fueling speculation of a potential reconciliation between the cousins. This marks their third public appearance within three months, at Mahendra Kalyankar’s son’s wedding in Andheri. Speculation abounds over a potential MNS-Sena (UBT)…

  • Modi to allow women to manage X, Instagram accounts.

    Modi to allow women to manage X, Instagram accounts.

    Prime Minister Modi’s special initiative for International Women’s Day involves giving control of his social media, X and Instagram included, to inspirational women. This move aims to showcase their accomplishments and journeys. Modi emphasized that while the platform may be his, the spotlight will be on their stories and triumphs. In 2020 on International Women’s…

  • Sonia Gandhi has been discharged from the hospital.

    Sonia Gandhi has been discharged from the hospital.

    Congress leader Sonia Gandhi was discharged from Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in New Delhi after a brief stay for stomach issues. She was admitted Thursday morning, stabilized during a routine check-up, and discharged following observation. The hospital confirmed her admission at 8:30am in an official statement. “She was admitted today for an abdomen issue, but…