The government raises excise duty on cigarettes and introduces a health cess on pan masala, effective February 1, impacting tax structures significantly.

The Lucknow Development Authority introduces Fastpass to speed online approvals for small residential and commercial plans, detailing eligibility, fees, and data checks.

The Centre has introduced a digital e-bill system to process Rs 2 lakh crore in fertilizer subsidies, enhancing transparency and efficiency.

Maruti Suzuki India is set to review small car prices after last year's reductions. The decision follows industry trends and GST adjustments.

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The NFRA has released its second Audit Practice Toolkit to assist small and medium practitioners in assessing risks of material misstatement in revenue.

Hero MotoCorp is selling the Xtreme 250R in the naked sports category against rivals like the KTM Duke 250. This bike nearly matches the KTM, and in some areas, it even manages to outperform the Austrian motorcycle. So, let us check out the top reasons to buy the Hero Xtreme 250R over the Duke 250.

The 2026 Dakar Rally marks the 48th edition of the world's toughest rally-raid and returns to Saudi Arabia for the seventh consecutive year, taking competitors across vast deserts, technical canyons and unpredictable terrain in a colossal loop that begins and ends in Yanbu on the Red Sea.

Skoda Auto India recorded its highest-ever annual sales performance in calendar year 2025, closing the year with total wholesale volumes of 72,665 units, representing a 107 per cent year-on-year increase over the 35,166 units sold during calendar year 2024.

The Vande Bharat Sleeper has recorded a top speed of 180 km/h during testing, indicating the performance envelope being assessed for upcoming overnight train services. The sleeper variant is being developed to handle longer journeys that existing daytime Vande Bharat operations cannot cover.Unlike current Vande Bharat trains, which are configured with chair cars for daytime use, the sleeper version is intended for overnight travel. The aim is to serve routes where passengers board late in the evening and arrive the following morning without extending into multi-day journeys.

2026 has begun, and it will be an exciting year for the Indian automobile market. Several brands are anticipated to perform strongly, particularly in the rapidly growing electric vehicle segment. Here is a look at some of the automobile brands expected to make headlines in 2026.

The Yogi administration allocates funds for cow protection centres across eight districts and strengthens monitoring of rural road schemes to bolster livestock welfare and connectivity.

Television actor Arjun Bijlani returns to Mumbai with Neha Swami after the death of her father, Rakesh Chandra Swami, who had been in hospital in Dubai.

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Mahindra & Mahindra recorded a 28 per cent year-on-year increase in total wholesale sales during December 2025, dispatching 45,151 vehicles compared with 35,189 units in December 2024, supported by strong demand across passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and tractors.

The IndiaAI Mission promotes sovereign AI with shared compute, localised models and inclusive governance to improve lives of workers, students, patients and public institutions.

The year 2026 is anticipated to have a major leap forward in technology and innovation, particularly in the automotive sector. Several emerging trends are expected to significantly reshape the auto industry. Here are some of the innovations and expected technologies likely to feature in automobiles this year.

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Axis Securities flags Jindal Steel as a high-conviction BUY for 3-6 months, anchored by Angul expansion, margin gains, and a lighter balance sheet.

Yogi Adityanath links the Ram Temple legacy in Ayodhya with Uttar Pradeshs 2026 AI drive, urging youth to teach AI and outline plans for AI cities and a semiconductor unit.

Apollo Micro Systems reports stronger defence traction as its subsidiary wins a Rs 1,500 million contract, expanding orders and revenue visibility.

Kia India ended the calendar year 2025 with its highest-ever annual sales, recording 280,286 units, representing a 15 per cent year-on-year growth compared to 2024, marking the company's strongest performance since beginning operations in the Indian market.

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Overview of early 2026 corporate actions, including 1:1 and 1:10 bonus issues and a 1:5 stock split across three firms, with key dates and liquidity implications.

South Korean auto manufacturer Kia will launch the 2026 Kia Seltos compact SUV in India on January 2, 2026. The new-generation Seltos features an updated exterior design, revamped interiors, and several premium features. Pricing will be revealed during the launch event, and the Seltos is one of the best-selling compact SUVs in India. Here's what we know so far.