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May 1, 2017 8:41 PM

Measurement of petrol pumps in UP to be reassessed

The measurement of all petrol pumps in Uttar Pradesh will be reassessed in the wake of pumps dispensing lesser quantity of fuel by using electronic chips in the machines. <br/><br/>Surprise inspection will also be conducted at petrol pumps in other parts of the country. <br/><br...

May 1, 2017 8:35 PM

Venkaiah to review Urban sector schemes in Karnataka tomorrow

The Union Government has approved about Rs 25,000 Crore investment for urban infrastructure in Karnataka since last three years. Union Minister for Urban Development and Housing & Urban Poverty Alleviation M Venkaiah Naidu will review progress of implementation of new urban missions in the State...

May 1, 2017 8:35 PM

Naqvi holds talks with Saudi envoy over Haj

A high level committee set up by the government to frame new Haj Policy will submit its report soon. <br/><br/>The policy is aimed at making entire Haj process easier and transparent with a focus on facilities for Haj pilgrims. <br/><br/>This was stated by Minority Affairs Mi...

May 1, 2017 8:06 PM

GST not to increase compliance burden, says Revenue Secretary

The government today said that Goods and Services Tax, GST would not increase compliance burden on assessees and all apprehensions in this regard are misplaced. <br/><br/>Revenue Secretary Hasmukh Adhia said this while replying to queries on Facebook.<br/><br/>Explaining the ...

May 1, 2017 8:00 PM

Turkey Prez Erdogan supports permanent UNSC seat for India

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan today called for reforms in the United Nations Security Council as he supported India's bid for a permanent seat in the exclusive body. <br/><br/>Mr. Erdogan said India, with a population of 1.3 billion is not a part of the UNSC, this is not a ...

May 1, 2017 6:04 PM

J&K: 2 soldiers martyred in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Poonch

In Jammu and Kashmir, two soldiers were martyred today in an incidence of ceasefire violation along Line of Control by Pakistani forces in Poonch district. Two soldiers were also injured. <br/><br/>Defence sources told AIR that Pakistani forces started unprovoked firing with automatic we...

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