Finance & Markets

Rio de Janeiro’s New Year festivities attracted millions of visitors this season, delivering a significant boost to the city’s tourism...

As 2025 draws to a close, many have focussed on conflict, economic strain and extreme weather. Yet beneath those dominant...

India’s goods and services tax (GST) receipts edged higher in December 2025, official data shows, reflecting an uptick in domestic...

Adoption of artificial intelligence gathered pace through 2025 and looks set to become an everyday feature of life across India...

The Indian government has formally notified a sweeping revision of excise and health levies on cigarettes, pan masala and other...

China has reinstated a 13% value-added tax on condoms and other contraceptives, marking an end to a tax-exempt status that...

Dream11 has embarked on a major strategic overhaul after India’s decision to ban real‑money online gaming formats removed the bulk...

The Samsung Galaxy M17 5G arrives in the Indian market as a well-rounded option for budget-conscious buyers seeking modern features...

The Indian government has announced a major revision to cigarette taxation that will take effect on 1 February 2026. The...

The central government has announced that India will operate its first bullet train on 15 August 2027, beginning service on...