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GST at 9: Making India’s auto tax framework fit for the next gear

TazaPulseJuly 1, 2026

Multiple indirect taxes have given way to a simpler structure, with 5% GST on electric vehicles, 18% as the standard rate for most vehicles. (AI image) By Parul Nagpal, Tax Partner, EY IndiaIndia’s automobile industry is entering an exciting phase of growth. Today, India is the world’s third-largest automobile market, contributing nearly 7% to GDP...

Priyank Kharge: Priyank Kharge Criticizes Centre’s E20 Ethanol Experiment on Indian Motorists | India News

TazaPulseJuly 1, 2026

Priyank Kharge demands E20 rollback (ANI images) Congress leader Priyank Kharge on Wednesday targeted the Union road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari in his X post over the rollout of E20 (20% ethanol-blended petrol).He alleged that the government has admitted before the Supreme Court that ethanol blending is still an “experiment” despite millions of...

Will airfares get cheaper? Jet fuel prices cut to Rs 110/litre

TazaPulseJuly 1, 2026

Jet fuel prices cut down by Rs 5 per litre to Rs 110 NEW DELHI: The central government cut down the jet fuel, or aviation turbine fuel (ATF), prices for domestic airlines by Rs 5 per litre on Wednesday following a decline in international crude oil prices, offering some relief to after weeks of elevated...

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QatarEnergy extends force majeure with Edison

TazaPulseJuly 1, 2026

Qatar’s Energy Minister and CEO of QatarEnergy Saad Sherida al-Kaabi speaks during a press conference in Doha on June 22, 2026. Karim Jaafar | Afp | Getty Images Supply trouble at one of the world’s biggest liquefied natural gas exporters signals that disruptions to the market may continue for months. Edison SpA, the Italian unit...

Commercial LPG cylinder prices slashed by Rs 183.50 from July 1: Check city-wise rates

TazaPulseJuly 1, 2026

Commercial LPG cylinder to now cost Rs 183.50 from July 1 NEW DELHI: Commercial LPG prices have dropped by Rs 183.50, effective July 1. This marks an ease for commercial users, including hotels, vendors etc. The price of the 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has been slashed by Rs 183.50 from Wednesday, bringing its price in...

Sonam Wangchuk’s Hunger Strike: Health Update and Rising Support at Jantar Mantar | India News

TazaPulseJuly 1, 2026

Cockroach Janta Party’s founder Abhijeet Dipke on late Tuesday updated about climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s health condition while posting on X saying he has lost 2 kilograms.The update comes as the hunger strike enters Day 4, with supporters expressing concern over his deteriorating health.In a post on X, Dipke wrote, “Good morning from Jantar Mantar....

Nine years of GST: From supply chain efficiency to capital efficiency in FMCG

TazaPulseJuly 1, 2026

Another area where substantial progress has been made is product classification. By Sanket Desai, Tax Partner, EY IndiaAs India completes nine years of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the reform has emerged as one of the most significant catalysts for change in the FMCG sector. Introduced in July 2017, GST replaced a multitude of...

Trump gains $1.4 billion from crypto: How digital currency investment expanded US president’s fortunes

TazaPulseJuly 1, 2026

Donald Trump gains $1.4 billion from crypto (AP) US President Donald Trump’s latest financial disclosure has revealed a dramatic shift in the source of his wealth, with cryptocurrency emerging as the biggest contributor to his income.The annual disclosure filed with the US office of government ethics showed Trump reported more than $1.4 billion in income...

As VB – G RAM G comes into force today govt notifies enhanced wage rates | India News

TazaPulseJuly 1, 2026

NEW DELHI: As the new rural employment framework Viksit Bharat- Guarantee for Rozgar & Ajeevika Mission ( Gramin) comes into force today, the govt has announced an increase in wages with notified wages across states from now on to be not less than Rs 300. The national average notified wage has increased from Rs 298.8...

Bank of Baroda partners Mizuho bank for M&A financing

TazaPulseJuly 1, 2026

MUMBAI: Bank of Baroda and Mizuho Bank have entered a strategic partnership to jointly pursue M&A financing, structured lending, and cross-border corporate banking, as deal activity and capital needs rise. The tie-up combines Mizuho’s global network and structured finance expertise with Bank of Baroda’s domestic franchise and corporate relationships. It comes after Mizuho acquired a...