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BusinessPhoto: ET EnergyThe Indian government has revised the windfall gains tax on petrol and diesel exports effective October 16. The petrol tax has been increased to ₹2.5 per litre, while the diesel tax has been reduced to ₹8.5 per litre. This change responds to fluctuating global oil prices to better regulate export duties.
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EntertainmentPhoto: News18Hi EntertainmentBollywood power couple Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan have completed 14 happy years of marriage. To mark the special occasion, they shared romantic pictures on social media. They are also set to appear soon on The Great Indian Kapil Show, where they will showcase their fun banter and reveal interesting stories about their relationship.
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BusinessPhoto: Economic TimesIndia and Canada are negotiating a free trade agreement to significantly increase bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030. Nearly 300 Canadian business delegates are visiting India to advance talks focused on energy, critical minerals, and agriculture. Negotiations resumed after a pause, with optimism for a deal before December, aiming to improve market access for both countries.
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SportsPhoto: News18 SportsOlympic champion Abhinav Bindra emphasized the importance of athletes questioning themselves, their coaches, and the sports systems they operate within. He said open dialogue is crucial for sporting excellence, even if it is mistaken for indiscipline. Reflecting on his own career, Bindra credited his success to challenging ideas and seeking understanding. He became India’s first individual Olympic gold medallist at the 2008 Beijing Games.
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PoliticsPhoto: News18Delhi Police issued a notice to Cockroach Janta Party leader Abhijeet Dipke ahead of his planned Tiranga Yatra in Connaught Place, warning that proceeding without permission could lead to legal action. The police cited restrictions under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and noted that the New Delhi Municipal Council has not granted permission for the march. Police also served a notice under Section 29 of the Delhi Police Act at Dipke's residence.
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PoliticsPhoto: News18Delhi Police served a notice to Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke at Karol Bagh, warning him against holding the 'Lehra Do Tiranga' march at Connaught Place. The notice cited lack of permission and prohibited demonstrations near Connaught Place amid heightened security. Dipke questioned the restrictions, stating the event was only to wave the national flag, not a protest.
News18··Delhi
ET Energy·
Photo: ET EnergyThe Indian government has revised the windfall gains tax on petrol and diesel exports effective October 16. The petrol tax has been increased to ₹2.5 per litre, while the diesel tax has been reduced to ₹8.5 per litre. This change responds to fluctuating global oil prices to better regulate export duties.
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