Net direct tax collections dip 1.39% to Rs 4.59 lakh crore despite 5% rise in gross mop-up; refunds surge 58% – Here’s why – Times of India

Net direct tax collections dip 1.39% to Rs 4.59 lakh crore despite 5% rise in gross mop-up; refunds surge 58% – Here’s why – Times of India

Representative image (Picture credit: ANI) India’s net direct tax collections for the ongoing financial year 2025-26 declined by 1.39 per cent to Rs 4.59 lakh crore as of June 19, mainly due to a sharp surge in refund issuances, according to government data released on Saturday. In the same period last year, net direct tax…

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Gold price prediction today: What’s the gold rate outlook for June 20, 2025; why a ‘sell on rise’ strategy makes sense? – Times of India

Gold price prediction today: What’s the gold rate outlook for June 20, 2025; why a ‘sell on rise’ strategy makes sense? – Times of India

LKP Securities says traders should follow a Sell on Rise approach as long as prices remain below the ₹99,150–₹99,350 resistance zone. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices have shown a weak trend in the past few days. Where are gold rates headed in the near-term and what should investors of gold do? Here’s…

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Delhi schools rise in national rankings: What are the driving factors behind the big score boost? – Times of India

Delhi schools rise in national rankings: What are the driving factors behind the big score boost? – Times of India

India’s state-wise education performance using a color-coded map. Darker shades represent higher PGI scores. Delhi records highest PGI score improvement among states and UTs in 2023–24. (AI Image) India’s state-wise education performance using a color-coded map. Darker shades represent higher PGI scores. Delhi records highest PGI score improvement among states and UTs in 2023–24. (AI…

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ICC rankings: Proteas heroes rise after WTC final glory; Indian stars hold ground | Cricket News – Times of India

ICC rankings: Proteas heroes rise after WTC final glory; Indian stars hold ground | Cricket News – Times of India

South Africa’s captain Temba Bavuma holds the winner’s trophy and celebrates with teammates. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: South Africa’s triumphant march to their maiden ICC World Test Championship title has translated into significant gains in the latest ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings, with several Proteas stars being richly rewarded for their match-winning performances at Lord’s.Aiden…

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Unbelievable! Stock of herbal medicine company, with zero revenue, rallies whopping 46,000% – what’s causing this surprising rise? – Times of India

Unbelievable! Stock of herbal medicine company, with zero revenue, rallies whopping 46,000% – what’s causing this surprising rise? – Times of India

The Hong Kong-based organisation, which began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market in 2021, has witnessed an inexplicable 460-fold increase in 2025. (AI image) Imagine a stock rising a whopping 46,000%, when the company makes no revenue! As unbelievable as it sounds, that’s the case for a herbal medicine biotech company. The shares of Regencell…

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Maruti bets on Indian Railways for transport: Vehicle dispatches through trains to rise to 35%; second automobile in-plant railway siding opened – Times of India

Maruti bets on Indian Railways for transport: Vehicle dispatches through trains to rise to 35%; second automobile in-plant railway siding opened – Times of India

Maruti Suzuki India aims to significantly increase vehicle deliveries via trains to 35% by FY 2030-31, as stated by MD-CEO Hisashi Takeuchi. This expansion is supported by the new in-plant railway siding at Manesar, the largest GatiShakti multi-modal cargo terminal in India. The initiative will reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption considerably. NEW DELHI: Maruti…

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Top firms see valuation dip: HDFC Bank lead Rs 1.65 lakh crore Mcap loss; tech stocks rise – Times of India

Top firms see valuation dip: HDFC Bank lead Rs 1.65 lakh crore Mcap loss; tech stocks rise – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Eight of the top-10 highest-valued firms experienced a collective decline of Rs 1,65,501.49 crore in market valuation last week, with HDFC Bank experiencing the most significant decrease, aligning with the downward trend in domestic equities. The BSE benchmark declined by 1,070.39 points or 1.30 per cent during this period.Whilst TCS and Infosys showed…

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EPFO settles nearly 50% of claims within 3 days, 69 lakh cases cleared so far this fiscal, automated limit to rise to Rs 5 lakh – Times of India

EPFO settles nearly 50% of claims within 3 days, 69 lakh cases cleared so far this fiscal, automated limit to rise to Rs 5 lakh – Times of India

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) settled nearly half of all claims filed this fiscal within just three days, significantly speeding up service delivery, a senior official said on Wednesday. The official attributed the acceleration to automation and said further gains are expected as the upper limit for automated settlement is set to be raised…

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10 high-demand careers set to rise in next decade – Times of India

10 high-demand careers set to rise in next decade – Times of India

The winds of economic change are already howling, carrying with them a future that promises radical transformation of the workforce. As automation, artificial intelligence, climate urgency, and digital dependency accelerate, so does the need for a new class of professionals, adaptable, tech-savvy, and purpose-driven. The next ten years won’t just witness career evolution—they’ll mark a…

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