India’s Direct Tax Collections Rise 16.15% To Rs 25.86 Lakh Crore In FY 2024-25
India's direct tax collections grew 16.15% YoY to Rs 25.86 lakh crore in FY 2024-25 (as of March 16), per CBDT data.
EPFO Sets Record With 2.16 Crore Auto-Claims Settled In FY 2024-25
Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje told the LS that EPFO processed 2.16 crore auto-settled claims this fiscal, up from 89.52 lakh last year.
GeM Surpasses Rs 5 Lakh Crore GMV Ahead Of Schedule
The commerce ministry announced Monday that Government e-Marketplace (GeM) surpassed Rs 5 lakh crore in GMV ahead of FY 2024-25's conclusion.
Indian Exports To New Zealand Surge 62% Since 2019
India’s exports to New Zealand have reached new heights, increasing by 62% since 2019 and surpassing $600 million in 2024.
NASA Astronauts Sunita Williams & Butch Wilmore Begin Return To Earth After Nine Months On ISS
NASA astronauts Suni Williams, Butch Wilmore, and two crew members undocked from the ISS and are set to splash down Tuesday evening.
India Expanding Railway Equipment Exports To Global Markets
India is exporting railway equipment, including metro coaches and locomotives, to countries like Australia, the UK, and France.
Sensex Surges Above 74,600 As Indian Stock Market Opens Strong
Indian stock market opens higher on March 18, 2025, with Sensex above 74,600, boosted by positive global cues and sectoral buying.
Patanjali Ayurved Acquires Magma General Insurance; Enters General Insurance Sector
Patanjali Ayurved, led by Baba Ramdev, has entered the general insurance sector by acquiring a majority stake in Magma General Insurance.
Neo Banks And Mid-Size Banks Drive Growth Of Global Competence Centers (GCCs) In India
Neo & mid-size banks in India are rapidly setting up global competence centers (GCCs), following the example of major global banking giants.
Sukma District Gets First Mobile Phone Tower To Boost Connectivity
Sukma district in Chhattisgarh has received its first-ever mobile phone tower, marking a significant step toward improving communication.
