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Is government planning to hike fitness test fee for cars, trucks? Here’s what we know so far

Is government planning to hike fitness test fee for cars, trucks? Here’s what we know so far

Earlier this month, the Supreme Court ordered authorities not to take coercive action against the owners of diesel vehicles that are more than 10 years old and petrol vehicles older than 15 years in Delhi-NCR. New Delhi: While people are yet to come out of the shock of the high registration renewal fee for motor vehicles older than 20 years, a report suggests that the transport ministry has proposed a steep hike in the fitness test fee. According to a report by TOI, owners of 20-year-old cars would have to pay Rs 2,000 for the test, while owners of over…
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ITR Filing Due Date: Here’s what’s at stake if you miss deadline to file Income Tax Return

ITR Filing Due Date: Here’s what’s at stake if you miss deadline to file Income Tax Return

ITR Filing Due Date: Taxpayers can even file the returns after the deadline up to 31 December 2025, but a belated return attracts the applicable penalties. New Delhi: The deadline for filing the Income Tax Return (ITR), September 15, 2025, is reaching fast for the Assessment Year 2025-26. Taxpayers, including businesses, professionals, freelancers, and millions of salaried individuals, are doing their best to meet the cutoff date. However, many of the taxpayers would also be eager to know the consequences if they miss the deadline. Notably, thereโ€™s a provision for a late fee under Section 234F of the Income Tax…
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Market Opening Bell: Sensex gains 210 points, Nifty steady above 25,000, Infosys among top gainers

Market Opening Bell: Sensex gains 210 points, Nifty steady above 25,000, Infosys among top gainers

Sensex, Nifty Today: In early trade, 1,626 stocks in the Nifty pack were trading in the green, while 752 were trading in the red. Seventy-three stocks remained unchanged. Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, started Friday's trading session in the green amid positive global cues. The 30-share BSE Sensex added 210.22 points to start the session at 81,758.95; the Nifty gained 68.95 points to open at 25,074.45. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 81,548.73 and the Nifty 50 at 25,005.50.ย In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 81,548.73 and the Nifty 50 at…
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Urban Company vs Dev Accelerator vs Shringar House of Mangalsutra IPO: Last day to subscribe – Check GMP, other details

Urban Company vs Dev Accelerator vs Shringar House of Mangalsutra IPO: Last day to subscribe – Check GMP, other details

Urban Company vs Dev Accelerator vs Shringar House of Mangalsutra IPO: Shares of all these IPOs are proposed to be listed on the BSE and National Stock Exchange (NSE) on September 17. Mumbai: Urban Company vs Dev Accelerator vs Shringar House of Mangalsutra IPO: Shares of all these IPOs are proposed to be listed on the BSE and National Stock Exchange (NSE) on September 17.
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Bank holiday today: Banks to remain shut in this state to mark first Friday after Eid-i-Milad-ul-Nabi

Bank holiday today: Banks to remain shut in this state to mark first Friday after Eid-i-Milad-ul-Nabi

Bank holiday: In general, banks are closed in various parts of the country to mark national, religious and regional observances. Apart from this, banks are closed on the second and fourth Saturdays and all Sundays of the month as well. Srinagar: Banks will remain closed on Friday in Jammu and Kashmir to mark the first Friday after Eid-i-Milad-ul-Nabi, according to the Reserve Bank of India's region-wise holiday calendar. However, the banks in the rest of the country will remain open on this day. The development comes as Friday after Eid-e-Milad-ul-Nabi is observed as a holiday throughoutย Jammu and Kashmir. All…
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This telecom stock in focus after share purchase agreement with L&T Finance – Check details

This telecom stock in focus after share purchase agreement with L&T Finance – Check details

The stock opened in the red today at Rs 209 against the previous close of Rs 209.45 on the NSE. During the day, it touched an intraday high of Rs 211 and an intraday low of Rs 206.10. Mumbai: Shares of telecom infrastructure company SAR Televenture are in focus as the company has announced a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) with L&T Finance Limited for the acquisition of its 19.93 per cent stake in Tikona Infinet Private Limited. According to the company, the acquisition will consolidate its shareholding in Tikona.ย  Earlier, the board had approved the acquisition of a majority stake…
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Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train: NHSRCL signs pact with L&T for track works; 436 engineers trained

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train: NHSRCL signs pact with L&T for track works; 436 engineers trained

The construction work is moving swiftly on multiple fronts. The viaduct, which will span 320 kilometers, is advancing steadily, while the track bed, covering 202 kilometers, is also progressing rapidly. New Delhi: The ambitious Bullet Train project of India has taken a significant leap forward as the National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has signed a crucial agreement with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) for track and related works in Maharashtra. This new contract covers an extensive stretch of 157 kilometers, including four stations and a depot, marking a key phase in the projectโ€™s expansion. โ€œNational High Speed Rail Corporation Limited…
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Longest Rail Tunnels in India: Rishikesh-Karnaprayag route completed, check others in the list

Longest Rail Tunnels in India: Rishikesh-Karnaprayag route completed, check others in the list

The tunnel comes as a crucial part of the 125 km Rishikeshโ€“Karnaprayag Rail Link Project, being executed under the Rail Vikas Nigam Limited. The tunnel is expected to go operational as early as December 2026. New Delhi: In a significant development for infrastructure boost in Uttarakhand, Indiaโ€™s longest rail tunnel, running for 14.57 km between Janasu and Devprayag, is completed. The credit for the successful completion of the competition of the project is being attributed to the tunnel boring machine (TBM) operators, who are said to have worked day and night through the difficult, unforgiving terrain of the Himalayan territory.ย …
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GST Rejig: Govt asks businesses to display benefits of Goods and Services Tax reduction

GST Rejig: Govt asks businesses to display benefits of Goods and Services Tax reduction

The government has also mandated that manufacturers, packers or importers make at least two advertisements in one or more newspapers regarding the price revision. New Delhi: The Centre has asked businesses to display tentative price lists for goods, including cars and consumer durables, to showcase the price reduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate reforms. Also, the government has directed manufacturers and importers to declare revised maximum retail prices (MRP) on unsold stock to reflect changes in goods and services tax (GST) rates, with the deadline set for December 31 or until stocks are exhausted, whichever is earlier.…
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