Government of New Zealand

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy 21 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement Takes Effect, Opening Tariff-Free Access for Indian Exports

The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement has come into force, immediately removing tariffs on a range of Indian exports and marking a fresh opening for bilateral trade. The pact is expected to improve the competitiveness of Indian goods in the New Zealand market while lowering import costs for New Zealand buyers and widening commercial opportunities on both sides.

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World Politics & Diplomacy06 Oct 2026, 01:19 PM IST

Australia Opens Probe Into FlyDubai Co-Pilot’s Background as Mideast Security Fallout Widens

Australia has launched a probe into the past of a FlyDubai co-pilot after reports linked him to a suspected plot that raised alarm across the Middle East and aviation security circles. The case has intensified scrutiny of airline vetting, international information-sharing, and the ability of security services to detect threats before they reach the cockpit.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance21 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

GTRI Urges Government to Scrap Proposed UPI Charges, Warns of Damage to Small Businesses

The Global Trade Research Initiative has called on the government to withdraw proposed charges on UPI transactions set to take effect on October 15, arguing that any move to monetise the country’s most widely used digital payment rail could hurt small businesses, raise consumer costs and slow digital adoption. The think tank said keeping UPI free is essential to sustaining transaction volumes, supporting merchants and preserving the broader gains of India’s cash-light economy.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy20 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

CBDT Mandates Form 173A for Tax Exemption Claims on Government Securities

India’s Central Board of Direct Taxes has introduced Form 173A as a filing requirement for taxpayers seeking exemptions on specified government securities under Schedule IV of the Income-tax Act, 2025. The rule, notified through the Seventh Amendment Rules, 2026, adds a formal compliance layer for claims under Table entries 13D and 13E, signalling tighter documentation standards in the tax administration framework.

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National Governance & Policy20 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Congress Accuses Government of 'Rural Labour Theft' Under VB-G RAM G Scheme

The Congress on Wednesday escalated its attack on the government over the VB-G RAM G scheme, alleging that it has become a vehicle for “rural labour theft” rather than employment generation. Jairam Ramesh cited a media report claiming that while thousands of workers were shown on paper under the programme in drought-hit Maharashtra, no labourers were found at five inspected sites in Beed district.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance20 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Government to Keep 15% in IDBI Bank as LIC Holds 19% in Fairfax-Backed Exit Plan

The Indian government will retain a 15% equity stake in IDBI Bank while Life Insurance Corporation of India will hold 19%, marking a significant step in the lender’s long-running privatisation process. Both shareholders will withdraw their nominees from the bank’s board and transition into public shareholders, while the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has empowered the Alternative Mechanism to oversee minority stake sales.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace20 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Rama Defies Resignation Calls as Violent Anti-Government Clashes Shake Albania

Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama is refusing mounting calls to resign as violent clashes between police and anti-government protesters intensify across the country. The unrest has deepened political pressure on the government and drawn international attention to instability in a NATO member state on Europe’s western flank.

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Healthcare, Pharma & Life Sciences19 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Five Telangana Government Hospitals Win Kayakalp Awards in Tribal Bhadradri District

Five government hospitals in Telangana’s Bhadradri Kothagudem district have secured Kayakalp awards, underscoring a notable push to improve cleanliness, infection control and patient-facing standards in public health facilities serving a largely tribal population. The Community Health Centre at Palvancha stood out with the State-Level Eco-Friendly Award worth ₹5 lakh, along with a Commendation Award, signalling recognition for both service quality and sustainable hospital practices.

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