India’s tax administration has seen significant improvements, leading to a five-fold increase in income tax refunds and a reduction in processing time from 93 to 17 days. Direct tax collections have tripled in the last decade, reflecting increased formalization and voluntary participation.
Preity Zinta and her husband, Gene Goodenough, enjoyed a weekend at the Wimbledon men’s final in London. Preity shared photos on Instagram of their outing, showcasing their coordinated outfits and fun moments with friends. She also enjoyed Wimbledon traditions like strawberries and cream, and watched Jannik Sinner win his first Wimbledon title.
In anticipation of the annual Braj Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra, authorities in Haryana’s Nuh district have suspended mobile internet and bulk SMS services to prevent communal tension. Security measures include deploying 2,500 personnel, setting up checkpoints, and using drones and video cameras.
The TSA is ending its long-standing requirement for passengers to remove their shoes during airport security checks, a policy in place since 2006 following the “shoe bomber” incident. Advancements in security technology and a layered approach to threat detection have made the rule unnecessary for all passengers.
WWE Evolution 2025 witnessed a shocking conclusion as Naomi seized the Women’s World Championship in a stunning turn of events. IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley battled fiercely for the title, delivering an unforgettable main event. However, with both competitors weakened, Naomi capitalized on her Money in the Bank opportunity, cashing in to pin SKY and…
A devastating wildfire has destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim, along with numerous other buildings. The 1928 landmark, previously rebuilt after a 1932 fire, was consumed by the blaze, which has spread across 45,000 acres. The loss includes the lodge’s iconic Sun Room and many historic cabins.
Stephanie Vaquer emerged victorious in a 20-woman Battle Royal, earning a coveted world championship match at Clash in Paris on August 31, 2025. Vaquer last eliminated Lash Legend to secure the win, after Nia Jaxx dominated early eliminations. Post-match, an emotional Vaquer expressed gratitude to wrestling community and fans, promising to work hard and leave…
The AP ECET 2025 seat allotment result has been officially declared by APSCHE and the Department of Technical Education. Over 30,000 candidates who applied for lateral entry into engineering and pharmacy programmes can now check their allotment status at ecet-sche.aptonline.in. Selected candidates must complete self-reporting and join their allotted colleges between July 14 and 17.
RBI’s new directive allows banks to accept voluntary gold and silver pledges for agricultural and MSME loans up to Rs 2 lakh, even within collateral-free limits. This aims to enhance financial inclusion in rural areas where gold is a liquid asset, enabling faster loan processing and reducing reliance on informal lenders.
The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (Fieo) has pinpointed over 300 promising export items to the US, urging tariff reductions. These items, ranging from frozen shrimps to smartphones, are commercially significant and strategically stable.
