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Fair trading practices and circular production are promoted to strengthen Make in India and expand global market participation.
Trade and industrial policy messaging encourages businesses to digitise operations, adopt good manufacturing practices, follow fair trading practices, and promote recycling, reuse and a circular economy. Nine free trade agreements are identified as creating preferential market-access opportunities for Indian industry and businesses. MSMEs, entrepreneurs, farmers, fishermen, workers and the services sector are encouraged to expand Indian products and services globally, improve competitiveness through scale, and strengthen the quality, design and brand value associated with Make in India.
August 12, 2026
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Private capital mobilisation requires credible long-term frameworks, risk-sharing mechanisms, and multilateral partnerships to strengthen infrastructure investment.
Private capital mobilisation in infrastructure and development finance depends on credible long-term frameworks, investor confidence, project bankability, and balanced risk allocation. Public capital is intended to catalyse rather than replace private investment. Key financing mechanisms include Viability Gap Funding, the Hybrid Annuity Model, credit enhancement, and Infrastructure Investment Trusts. Long-term investment visibility and coordinated connectivity are supported through the National Infrastructure Pipeline and PM Gati Shakti framework, alongside investment measures for freight, rail, waterways, and coastal cargo.
August 12, 2026
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Judicial allowance exemptions under the new tax regime remain disputed, with return processing and resulting demands kept in abeyance.
Tax treatment of specified judicial allowances under the new income-tax regime is disputed. Statutory service-condition provisions are asserted to exclude allowances, including official residence, conveyance, sumptuary allowance and leave travel concession, from income computation and to override the Income-tax Act. Pending consideration, affected judges may show these amounts as receipts not in the nature of income, and their returns are not to be processed further. Any resulting demand remains in abeyance, while refundable amounts are withheld subject to the pending proceedings.
August 12, 2026
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Corporate closure data highlights worker-claim treatment through insolvency adjudication and liquidation priority, while affected-worker information remains unmaintained.
Corporate closure data recorded 36,211 private companies in Maharashtra as liquidated, dissolved or struck off during the preceding five financial years. Central information is not maintained on workers affected by closures or special rehabilitation packages. In corporate insolvency resolution, employee and worker claims are adjudicated under orders of the adjudicating authority. In winding-up or liquidation, the liquidator deals with pending wages and other admissible statutory dues, subject to available funds and the statutory order of priority.
August 12, 2026
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Compressed biogas development converts organic waste into cleaner fuel, rural income and reduced dependence on imported fossil fuels.
CBG development is presented as a route for converting agricultural and organic waste into biomethane, bio-fertiliser and briquettes while reducing fossil-fuel imports, crop-residue burning and waste-management burdens. NexGen Energia's asset-light land-partner model uses landowner-provided sites while the company designs, installs and operates plants, including gas upgrading and offtake logistics. Anaerobic digestion and alternative gas-purification technologies support use of agricultural residue, food waste, manure and distillery effluent. Expansion is linked to the GOBARdhan National Circular Bioenergy Scheme, despite capital, feedstock-aggregation and commissioning constraints.
August 12, 2026
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Bilateral trade cooperation advances through investment focal points, services and health working groups, and planned preferential trade agreement negotiations.
India-Namibia economic cooperation is being progressed through agreed follow-up mechanisms focused on value addition, investment facilitation and sectoral collaboration. Investment focal points have been designated, and a Services Working Group is to prepare a work plan for the Joint Trade Committee. Priority areas include health and pharmaceuticals, critical-mineral processing, gems and jewellery, digital payments, FinTech, railways, renewable energy and green hydrogen. Terms of Reference for the India-SACU preferential trade agreement were finalised, with negotiations to begin after signature and conclude within one year.
August 12, 2026
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AI governance in banking requires explainability, board accountability, rigorous testing, vendor controls and meaningful human oversight for customer-facing decisions.
AI adoption in banking should be governed through a principles-based and proportionate framework that aligns innovation with financial stability, customer protection and accountability. Banks should maintain inventories of AI systems, adopt board-approved governance policies, ensure explainability for material lending and fraud decisions, conduct periodic red-teaming and stress testing, and preserve meaningful human oversight. Key risks include opacity, bias, vendor concentration, third-party dependence, data misuse, cyber vulnerability and loss of institutional accountability. Vendor arrangements require audit and explanation rights and credible exit plans.
August 11, 2026
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Land acquisition funding and regulatory approvals advance satellite-city development, tax relief, identity enrolment, employment verification, and jail reform.
Assam Cabinet approvals include first-phase funding for land acquisition and development of the Aerotropolis Satellite City Project and a lease deed for a hotel supporting the Jagiroad semiconductor ecosystem. Measures also provide Aadhaar enrolment relaxation for Moran and Matak communities, zero agricultural tax up to the prescribed net-income threshold, OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificates, and trainee and graduate-assistance funding. Government jobs will be provisionally held pending police verification, with automatic confirmation where no report is submitted within six months. Jail rules will be amended to promote non-discrimination, sanitation, security and fair work allocation.
August 11, 2026
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Money-laundering investigation into alleged liquor-sale proceeds led to arrest and custodial questioning amid contested political allegations.
Money-laundering investigation concerning an alleged liquor scam led to the Enforcement Directorate's arrest of Ramgopal Agrawal and seven days' custodial remand under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The agency alleged his connection with proceeds of crime, non-attendance despite multiple summonses, and evasiveness during questioning. Allegations concern purported control of the state excise department, illegal liquor sales, and sharing of commissions. The Congress has denied the allegations and described the investigation as politically motivated.
August 11, 2026
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GST inquiry closure bribery allegations prompted anti-corruption proceedings against a Sales Tax officer under corruption law.
Alleged bribery in GST inquiry closure led to the arrest of a Sales Tax Assistant Commissioner after a scrap trader complained of a demand for illegal gratification to close an inquiry initiated through a GST show-cause notice. Anti-corruption officials reportedly verified the allegation through intermediaries, during which the officer allegedly agreed to accept payment for closing the matter. A criminal case was registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act, with further investigation ongoing.
August 11, 2026
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Direct tax collection growth reflected stronger non-corporate taxes and securities transaction tax receipts alongside slower refund issuances.
Net direct tax collections increased by 23 per cent to over Rs 8.11 lakh crore through August 10, driven by higher non-corporate tax collections and slower refund growth. Gross direct tax collections grew by 19.75 per cent to about Rs 9.55 lakh crore. Net corporate tax collections rose about 20 per cent, net non-corporate tax collections rose 23 per cent, and Securities Transaction Tax collections increased 51 per cent. Refund issuances grew by 3.8 per cent year-on-year.
August 11, 2026
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Vicarious liability in cheque dishonour cases cannot attach to trust associates without statutory status or transaction-specific involvement.
Vicarious criminal liability for cheque dishonour under section 141 of the Negotiable Instruments Act does not extend to a trust, because a trust is not a juristic person. A person cannot be summoned merely for alleged active involvement in a trust where the person was neither drawer nor signatory of the cheques, trustee, office-bearer, authorised account operator, guarantor, or executor of transaction documents.
August 11, 2026
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Cross-border payment integration through CBDCs and fast payment systems remains under BRICS discussion to reduce transfer costs.
Cross-border payment integration is under discussion through potential linkages between central bank digital currencies and fast payment systems, including UPI-type platforms. These approaches seek faster and less costly trade and remittance transfers, particularly retail payments, but remain at a discussion stage. Rupee internationalisation is also being pursued through central-bank memorandums of understanding for bilateral trade settlement in local currencies, with existing arrangements covering Indonesia, Maldives, Mauritius and the UAE.
August 11, 2026
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Integrated infrastructure planning under PM GatiShakti coordinates project evaluation, multimodal connectivity, geospatial data use, and decentralized implementation.
PM GatiShakti National Master Plan provides an integrated, data-driven infrastructure planning framework using geospatial data, satellite imagery and API integration. Project approval, implementation and funding remain with the respective Central Ministries, Departments and States or Union Territories under their own plans and budgetary provisions; the framework sets no separate budgetary allocation or quantified targets. The Network Planning Group evaluates critical Central Government projects at the planning stage for multimodality, synchronisation, last-mile connectivity, comprehensive local development and coordinated decision-making.
August 11, 2026
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MSME procurement through GeM has expanded alongside analytics-driven controls against suspicious bidding, collusion, and vendor misconduct.
GeM uses AI/ML analytics to detect order splitting, suspicious bidding, abnormal pricing, repeated participation and potential buyer-seller collusion. Flagged cases are placed before buyer organisations for review and action, while suspected cartels are assessed through digital-footprint, pricing and bid-timing indicators. Its Incident Management framework addresses false documents, fraud, collusive behaviour and other misconduct through administrative measures, including suspension. Anti-competitive conduct and cartel formation are Severe/Grave deviations, with proven cases attracting suspension for up to 365 days.
August 11, 2026
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Direct tax collections show stronger corporate, non-corporate and securities transaction tax receipts, alongside increased refunds during the fiscal period.
Net direct tax collections grew by 23.09 per cent to over Rs 8.11 lakh crore up to August 10 of the current fiscal year, while gross direct tax collections increased by 19.75 per cent to about Rs 9.55 lakh crore. Corporate tax, non-corporate tax including personal income tax, and Securities Transaction Tax receipts recorded growth. Refunds issued between April 1 and August 10 also rose over the corresponding earlier period. Direct tax collections are budgeted at Rs 26.97 lakh crore for the fiscal year.
August 11, 2026
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Mobile food testing laboratory accreditation expands quality-assured testing access and supports coordinated food-safety surveillance and regulatory efficiency.
NABL has launched an Accreditation Scheme for Mobile Food Testing Laboratories under the Integrated Assessment Programme. The framework enables mobile laboratories to provide reliable, quality-assured and internationally benchmarked food-testing services closer to communities, extending accredited testing beyond conventional laboratory settings. It is intended to strengthen food-safety surveillance, improve access to quality testing, support faster regulatory intervention and enhance consumer confidence. Coordinated assessments, regulatory harmonisation and mutual recognition are also intended to reduce duplication and improve regulatory efficiency while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
August 11, 2026
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Digital public procurement will expand AI-led price intelligence, marketplace integrity, inclusive access, credit linkages and sustainable purchasing.
Government e-Marketplace is advancing an AI-enabled public procurement ecosystem focused on efficiency, transparency, competition, price intelligence and marketplace integrity. Priorities include last-mile access through Suvidha Kendras, integration of public entities, credit linkages, sustainable procurement and university outreach. A nationwide five-digit Helpdesk short code, 14550, mapped to existing infrastructure, is intended to maintain service continuity and improve access to support and official communications. The platform seeks to provide enterprises with a more accessible and predictable procurement market and buyers with a data-driven procurement experience.
August 11, 2026
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Expedited flood insurance claims require insurers and partners to simplify documentation and provide immediate service to affected policyholders.
Expedited insurance-claim handling for flood-affected policyholders in Assam is being pursued through simplified documentation, prompt settlement and immediate service response. PolicyBazaar is coordinating with insurer partners to reduce processing delays. The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India has directed insurers, including life insurers and standalone health insurers, to mobilise resources for immediate assistance, alongside governmental efforts for expeditious and hassle-free claim disposal.
August 11, 2026
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Money laundering investigation in alleged liquor scam leads to arrest and proposed custodial-remand proceedings under anti-money-laundering law.
Money laundering investigation concerning an alleged liquor scam in Chhattisgarh led to the arrest of Congress leader Ramgopal Agrawal under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. Custodial remand is to be sought for interrogation. The allegations concern an alleged syndicate that purportedly controlled the state excise department, enabled illegal liquor sales and distributed resulting commissions. Chargesheets name political figures, excise officials and officials associated with the Chief Minister's Office.

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New Delhi, Jan 13 (PTI) Following are the top stories at 9.30 PM NATION DEL36 RAHUL-TN-LD JANA NAYAGAN

'Modi will never succeed in suppressing voice of Tamil people': Rahul on 'Jana Nayagan' row New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday alleged that the Centre's "attempt to block" Vijay-starrer "Jana Nayagan" is an attack on Tamil culture, and said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will never succeed in "suppressing the voice of the Tamil people".

DEL20 DEF-ARMY CHIEF

Operation Sindoor remains ongoing, any misadventure will be effectively dealt with: Army chief New Delhi: Operation Sindoor remains ongoing and any misadventure by the adversary will be dealt with effectively, Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi said on Tuesday, sending a firm message to Pakistan.

DEL66 DEF-RAJNATH-LAKSHADWEEP CAMP

Govt committed to providing quality healthcare to all, especially in remote territories: Rajnath New Delhi: The government is committed to providing quality healthcare to every citizen of the country, especially those living in remote and island territories, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Tuesday.

DEL61 LD CHINESE DELEGATION

Cong's 'red carpet' swipe at BJP over meeting Chinese delegation; ruling party hits back with 'secret MoU' barb New Delhi: A Communist Party of China delegation's meetings here stirred a political row on Tuesday with the Congress asking whether the BJP raised the issue of repeated Chinese transgressions during its interaction with the visitors, and the ruling party hitting back, saying it acts openly and does not "secretly sign an MoU".

BOM18 GJ-SHAH-BIOTECH LAB

BSL-4 lab will end India's dependence on foreign countries for testing dangerous viruses: Shah Ahmedabad: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday laid the foundation stone of the BSL-4 Biocontainment Facility of the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre in Gandhinagar, noting that India won't be dependent on foreign countries for testing samples of dangerous viruses.

DEL63 LD COLD

North India shivers: Delhi sees coldest January dawn in 3 years, record cold in Chandigarh New Delhi: As Kashmir awaits a fresh spell of snowfall, Delhi saw its coldest January morning in three years on Tuesday and Chandigarh its chilliest night in nine years. With cold waves intensifying in Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana and Jharkhand, winter's unforgiving chills have deepened its grip over India.

CAL29 WB-LD MAMATA

EC deleted 54 lakh 'genuine voters' in WB without giving them chance to defend themselves: Mamata Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged on Tuesday that the 54 lakh names, which were deleted from the draft rolls during the SIR in the state, were done unilaterally by the Election Commission which "misused" powers of electoral registration officers (EROs) to get the job done.

DEL55 CBI-KARUR-VIJAY

Karur stampede case: CBI summons TVK chief Vijay again on January 19 New Delhi: The CBI has summoned TVK chief and actor Vijay for second round of questioning on January 19 in connection with the Karur stampede case, officials said Tuesday.

BUSINESS DEL69 BIZ-2NDLD INDIA-IRAN-TRADE

Govt, exporters awaiting clarity on USA's proposed Iran-related tariffs New Delhi: India primarily exports food and pharma goods to Iran on humanitarian grounds, and it is not yet clear whether the additional tariff announced by the Trump Administration would also cover them, officials said.

DEL65 WEF-LD DAVOS-TRUMP

Trump to attend WEF Davos meet; strong India delegation expected New Delhi: US President Donald Trump will attend the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in the Swiss ski resort town of Davos, along with his five cabinet members, while the summit will also see a strong delegation from India, the organisers announced on Tuesday.

LEGAL LGD39 SC-PUBLIC SERVANTS-2NDLD SANCTION

SC delivers split verdict on validity of Section 17A of anti-graft law; matter referred to CJI New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday delivered a split verdict on the constitutional validity of a 2018 provision of the anti-graft law which mandates prior sanction for initiating a probe against a government servant in a corruption case.

LGD42 DL-HC-LD LALU-FIR

Land-for-jobs: Appointment decisions made by Lalu not part of his official duties, CBI to HC New Delhi: Opposing Lalu Prasad Yadav's petition to quash its FIR in the land-for-jobs scam case, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday said the decisions made by RJD supremo on appointments in Railways did not fall under the discharge of his public duties as railway minister, and only the general managers could make such decisions.

FOREIGN FGN71 US-LD VISAS

US revokes over 100,000 visas in 2025, including 8,000 student permits New York/Washington: The Trump administration has revoked over 100,000 visas, including of about 8,000 students, in 2025, setting what it said was a new record as part of its immigration policy to protect the US from foreign nationals posing a risk to public safety or national security. By Yoshita Singh

FGN19 US-TRUMP-IRAN

Trump announces 25% tariff on 'any country' trading with Iran, move could impact India, China, UAE New York/Washington: US President Donald Trump announced that any country “doing business" with Iran will have to pay a 25 per cent tariff on its trade with Washington, a move that could impact Tehran’s major trading partners such as India, China and the UAE. By Yoshita Singh

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