From Wednesday, auto and cab drivers in Delhi will go on a two-day strike against rising fuel and CNG prices.

Economy
April 18, 2022, 11:17 a.m.

While most unions have announced a one-day strike, the Sarvodaya Driver Association Delhi, which includes members who work for cab aggregators, has announced that it will go on a "indefinite" strike beginning Monday.

Market LIVE: Sensex slides 1200 points, Nifty falls below 17,200; Infosys falls 7%.

Economy
April 18, 2022, 11:07 a.m.

Benchmark Indian equity indices opened down on Monday, according to live market updates. The Sensex plunged by 1,186 points in early trade as equity benchmark indices resumed trading after a long break.

The GST Council may eliminate the 5% tax and shift items to the 3% and 8% slabs, according to a report.

Economy
April 18, 2022, 10:52 a.m.

According to insiders, the Council is likely to settle for an 8% GST for most commodities that currently receive a 5% duty, despite the fact that other possibilities are being considered.