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India’s first barrier-less toll system launched on NH-48 in Gujarat; here’s what it means for commuters

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India’s first barrier-less toll system is now operational at Gujarat’s Chorayasi Toll Plaza, thanks to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari’s announcement. This Multi-Lane Free Flow system ...

Gross GST collections hit record high of Rs 2.43 lakh crore in April 2026 despite US-Iran war concerns

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According to government data released on Friday, gross GST revenue for the month reached a record Rs 2.43 lakh crore, registering an 8.7% increase over ...

Government hikes jet fuel prices by 5% for international airlines

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Government has raised Aviation Turbine Fuel prices for international airlines by 5.33%, marking the second consecutive monthly increase due to the global energy crisis. This ...

Windfall gains tax cut: Excise duty on diesel exports down to Rs 23/litre, ATF exports to Rs 33/litre

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In a statement, the Finance Ministry also announced that the road and infrastructure cess on diesel exports will be waived for the next fortnight starting ...

StanChart to sell select credit cards biz to Federal Bank

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Federal Bank is set to acquire a credit card portfolio of approximately 4.5 lakh cards from Standard Chartered Bank, India. This strategic move will significantly ...

Amazon’s quick-commerce monthly orders up 25%, scale gaps stay

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Amazon’s ultrafast delivery service, Amazon Now, is seeing impressive growth in India, with orders climbing 25% monthly. Prime members are tripling their shopping frequency using ...

HUL raises prices as war inflates input costs

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Hindustan Unilever (HUL) has implemented price hikes of 2-5% due to 8-10% cost inflation, primarily driven by soaring oil prices from the West Asia war. ...

India’s crude imports in April 85% of February level, Russia largest source

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Russia continues to be India’s top crude oil supplier in April, despite a dip in shipments. While Saudi Arabia and UAE increased their supplies, India ...