Union Budget 2026–27 Gets Cabinet Nod, Focus on Capex and Reforms
Union Budget 2026–27 approved with Rs 12.2 lakh crore capex push. FM Sitharaman lists 3 Kartavyas, focus on infra, reforms, MSMEs and strategic manufacturing.
New Tax Regime for Tobacco and Pan Masala to Take Effect From Feb 1
New tax structure for cigarettes, tobacco and pan masala begins Feb 1, replacing GST cess with excise duty and new health cess
8th Pay Commission Rollout in FY27 Unlikely as Report Timeline Extends
Over 1.1 crore central government employees await Budget 2026 cues, but implementation of the 8th Pay Commission in FY27 appears unlikely.
Startup Hackathon Held to Mark 10 Years of Startup India in A&N Islands
A Startup Hackathon by the Directorate of Industries brought together students across the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to pitch solutions to local challenges.
Transport Department Warns Against Unauthorised Second-Hand Vehicle Dealers
The Transport Department warned against unauthorised second-hand vehicle dealers without DAUC, citing rule violations and buyer risks.
