Bihar boat accident: 13 children killed as boat capsizes in Vaishali district; PM announces ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh

GST must become an economic partnership, not just tax collection tool: CBIC chief Vivek Chaturvedi

Vivek Chaturvedi, Chairman of CBIC, emphasized the importance of reducing compliance burdens for GST taxpayers. During a recent meeting, various stakeholders discussed upcoming reforms focused on simplifying tax administration processes. Proposed changes include decriminalisation of certain offences and a higher threshold for prosecutions. The introduction of automated refunds and centralised administration aims to improve taxpayer experiences.

'Answer the question!': Senators torch Soros-funded witness at fiery Minnesota Somali fraud hearing

SBI Funds Management appoints RS Srinivas Jain as Joint CEO

The appointment follows a recommendation from the company’s Nomination and Remuneration Committee and takes effect from Tuesday, the fund house said.

Ashish Kacholia, Kotak Life lead Fusion CX’s Rs 315-crore anchor book ahead of Rs 702-crore IPO

Fusion CX raised Rs 315 crore from anchor investors ahead of its Rs 702-crore IPO, with Ashish Kacholia and Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance among the participants. The issue opens on October 14 and closes on October 16. Swastika Investmart has assigned a Neutral rating, citing valuations and limited scope for re-rating.

BIMSTEC approves Delhi Declaration with focus on combating cross-border terror, other issues

The declaration, approved during the first meeting of BIMSTEC home ministers here, outlines principles guiding security cooperation and prioritises information sharing, mutual legal assistance, extradition, capacity building, and the effective implementation of existing agreements and plans of action, a government statement said.

BIMSTEC approves Delhi Declaration with focus on combating cross-border terror, other issues

The declaration, approved during the first meeting of BIMSTEC home ministers here, outlines principles guiding security cooperation and prioritises information sharing, mutual legal assistance, extradition, capacity building, and the effective implementation of existing agreements and plans of action, a government statement said.

‘She wasn’t my family’: Trump confirms ‘WH asked Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign’ as Envoy to Greecev

‘I looked at his a** & at the whole…’: Trump’s bizarre Jon Husted compliment cracks up Ohio crowd

BCCI's meeting with IPL stakeholders postponed from Thursday

A meeting scheduled for October 15, 2026, between BCCI and IPL stakeholders in Mumbai has been postponed. This decision follows the requirement for BCCI officials to attend a felicitation ceremony in New Delhi. The ceremony will honor the Indian men's and women's teams for their performances at the recent Asian Games. Additionally, various stakeholders requested a postponement to improve attendance.

Rupee gains 145 paise in two trading sessions, but disquiet sets in forex market

On Tuesday, the rupee ended at a five-week high, gaining 49 paise to close at 95.28 per US dollar

NSEIX, London Stock Exchange sign pact to deepen India-UK market links

NSE IFSC and the London Stock Exchange have signed an MoU to explore dual listings, cross-listings, new financial products and cross-border trading connectivity between GIFT City and London. The proposed collaboration could expand global investor access for Indian issuers, improve market connectivity and strengthen GIFT IFSC’s role as an international financial hub.

Amit Shah vs Congress: Pawan Khera hits back over ‘Jhooth Ki Goonj’, Gujarat poll jibe