PPI captures the prices relevant for the production process without being complicated by inclusion of indirect taxes net of subsidies or wholesalers’ margins. (AI image) By DK Srivastava, Chief Policy Advisor, EY IndiaConventionally, in India, two major price indices namely Wholesale Price Index (WPI) and Consumer Price Index (CPI) have been prepared periodically. The WPI…
Irrfan Khan, one of India’s finest actors, died in 2020 at 53 from a neuroendocrine tumour after colon infection at Mumbai’s Kokilaben Hospital. Qarib Qarib Singlle co-star Parvathy mourned at a Pinkvilla event: “It doesn’t make sense that I am alive and he is not.” His iconic films include Salaam Bombay!, Life of Pi, Angrezi…
Sea ice melts on the Franklin Starait (AP file photo) Scientists have tested an idea that could help reduce the melting of Arctic sea ice, and the initial results are promising. The method involves spraying of seawater onto existing sea ice in winter and letting it freeze into a new layer.The on-site experiment took place…
US President Donald Trump said he has “studied assassinations” and suggested that leaders who make the biggest impact are often targeted, after a shooting scare disrupted the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington on Saturday night.Trump made the remarks while speaking to reporters after a shooter rushed the media gala venue, triggering panic and a…
Over the last few years, Form 26AS and Annual Information Statement (AIS) have emerged as key ITR filing documents. (AI image) ITR filing FY 2025-26: For salaried taxpayers, Form 26AS has become an important part of the income tax return filing process. Before you e-file your ITR on the income tax website, it is important…
Was Govinda the first choice for Sunny Deol’s Tara Singh in ‘Gadar’? Anil Sharma sets the record straight (Image credits: Instagram) For years, rumours have circulated that actor Govinda was the original choice to play Tara Singh in Gadar: Ek Prem Katha before the role eventually went to Sunny Deol. Director Anil Sharma has now…
Rhea Chakraborty opens up about life after jail, facing awkward reactions and being misunderstood: ‘People would stop laughing and joking around me’ Rhea Chakraborty recently spoke about the controversy surrounding Sushant Singh Rajput‘s case, choosing to address the difficult period with humour. The actress shared that people around her used to stop laughing and joking…
File photo: US treasury secretary Scott Bessent speaks to members of the media in Washington (Picture credit: AP) The United States is preparing what treasury secretary Scott Bessent described as the “toughest sanctions in history” against Iran, as Washington seeks to intensify economic pressure on Tehran and force the country towards a settlement.Bessent said the…
Spain’s impressive 3-0 win over Austria, highlighted by Mikel Oyarzabal’s two goals and Pedro Porro’s header, has secured their place in the World Cup Round of 16. (AP Photo) A clinical brace from Mikel Oyarzabal powered a dominant Spain to a resounding 3-0 victory over Austria at the SoFi Stadium on Friday, sealing their place…
Lindsey Graham says US is very close to strategic victory and Trump is right to blow up Iran’s crucial infrastructure so they can’t go back to their old ways Senator Lindsey Graham, who has been supporting Donald Trump’s Iran war, said Monday that the US is very close to achieving a strategic victory. Congratulating the…