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The Indian government has mandated a 20% ethanol blend in petrol (E20) with a minimum 95 RON, aiming to reduce imports and emissions. Most vehicles running on E20 are expected to face minimal performance issues, with some older models potentially showing slight mileage reductions. The policy reflects a shift towards sustainable, domestically produced fuels and cleaner air.
Tamil Nadu government, during the presentation of the State’s interim Budget at the Legislative Assembly in Chennai on Tuesday, has urged the Centre again to provide approvals for Metro Rail projects in Coimbatore and Madurai.
Central government employees and pensioners in India are set for a modest 2% Dearness Allowance (DA) increase effective January 2026, raising it from 58% to 60% of basic pay. This marks the smallest revision in seven years, driven by subdued CPI-IW inflation rates that haven’t crossed the threshold for a larger jump, similar to the 2% hike in January 2025
The Central government has revised toll rules for partially operational National Expressways, effective February 15, 2026. Previously, these charged 25% higher fees than regular National Highways; now, users pay the lower NH rate on completed stretches until full operation.
The government mandates Vande Mataram at official events, with the national anthem preceding it. The move, tied to a year of commemorations, aims to standardise ceremonies in government bodies and schools while highlighting national pride.
The central government is expected to announce a higher Provident Fund interest rate for EPF members after Holi. The rate may rise from 8.25% to 8.35%, benefiting nearly 8 crore employees across India. If approved, the increased interest will be automatically credited to PF accounts by June. Higher balances could earn significant interest, offering stronger long-term savings support to salaried em
The Indian government has introduced strict new rules to curb the spread of AI-generated deepfake content on social media. Platforms must remove fake AI videos, photos, or audios within three hours of being flagged by the government or courts. Mandatory AI labelling, faster grievance timelines, and automated detection tools aim to protect users from misinformation, fraud, and identity misuse, enha
Central government employees will soon get a minimum Dearness Allowance (DA) next month, along with arrears for the past two months. This boost aims to offset inflation and provide financial relief to millions of employees and pensioners amid rising living costs
Central government employees face uncertainty as Union Budget 2026 omitted any mention of salary hikes or 8th Pay Commission implementation, despite its approval in late 2025 and expected retrospective effect from January 1, 2026.
The Indian government, holding a 96.5% stake in Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) after selling 3.5% via IPO in 2022 for ₹21,000 crore, plans further dilution through a Follow-on Public Offering (FPO) in FY27 if market conditions allow. This aims to meet the 10% public shareholding norm by May 2027, requiring an additional 6.5% offload.
