Govt promises 24×7 power supply to all citizens: Piyush Goyal
Stating that they had inherited a ‘crisis ridden power sector’ from the previous government, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Power, Coal and New and Renewable Energy, Piyush Goyal, on Sunday said they are working towards correcting the situation to ensure 24×7 power supply to all... read more »
Suzuki Swift crosses 4mn mark globally
Japan’s small car major Suzuki Motor Corporation has clocked four million milestone in total global sales of its successful premium hatchback Swift with about half of them coming from India. According to information available on the company’s website, Swift, which was launched as a world... read more »
inconsistent weather impacts tea production in India
Coonoor – uncertain weather, insufficient rains and high temperatures this summer have impacted tea production in India, as evident from 18 million kg (average) lower yield during the first six months of 2014. “Changing weather pattern in north India, especially in the eastern states... read more »
Japan seeks exemption from MAT for its cos in India
Japan has asked India to “at once” exempt Japanese manufacturers operating in India from withholding and Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT). Minister, Embassy of Japan, Isomata Akio, on Thursday, asked for this country-specific concession. He said he was raising the demand in view of Japan’s... read more »
