Annual GST collections grew by 7.1% in financial year 2025-26, reflecting sustained economic expansion and improved compliance across India’s tax base.
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Supreme Court Upholds Validity of Compassionate Appointment Distinction in Service Law
The Supreme Court clarified the legal distinction between compassionate appointment and compassionate assistance in a landmark employment law ruling.
Lucknow Super Giants to Sign Kuldeep Yadav in Pant Trade — Reports
As part of the Pant deal, Lucknow Super Giants would acquire left-arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav, reshaping both franchises’ bowling attacks.
India Pushes Back at US on Hormuz Disruption as Fuel Costs Rise from Iran War
India formally raised concerns with Washington over the economic impact of Hormuz disruptions on fuel prices and the LPG supply chain.
India’s Real GDP Expected to Grow at 6.9% in 2026 Above Consensus: Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs maintained an above-consensus growth forecast for India, citing private investment recovery and domestic demand resilience.
Savarkar Grandnephew Tells Pune Court He Filed 10 Mercy Petitions to British
The grandnephew of Veer Savarkar submitted a deposition in a Pune court detailing the 10 mercy petitions submitted to the British government, countering historical critics.
India’s Aviation Sector Records 420 Million Passengers — Growth of 1.9% in FY26
India’s civil aviation sector carried 420 million passengers in 2025-26, with consistent growth despite global disruptions caused by Middle East tensions.
India’s Wheat Procurement Reaches 31.87 Lakh Metric Tonnes in 2026-27 Season
Wheat procurement for the 2026-27 rabi marketing season continued steadily with 31.87 lakh metric tonnes acquired across key producing states.
Monsoon Activity Strengthens Across Kerala Karnataka and Tamil Nadu
Heavy rainfall continued across southern Indian states as the monsoon deepened its coverage, providing relief from severe heat wave conditions.
India Condemns US Strikes on Vessels That Killed Three Indian Sailors Near Oman
India lodged a formal protest condemning US naval strikes on boats in the Arabian Sea that resulted in the deaths of three Indian sailors near Oman.