New Zealand-EU trade deal to come into effect on May 1

Sydney – New Zealand said on Monday that its free trade agreement with the European Union will come into effect on May 1, subject to approval by the New Zealand Parliament. New Zealand notified the EU earlier on Monday that it had ratified the deal, Trade and Agriculture Minister Todd McLay said in a statement. … Read more

Hong Kong’s new national security law takes effect

Hongkong – Hong Kong’s new national security law came into force on Saturday with immediate effect, imposing tough penalties of up to life in prison for crimes including treason and rebellion. The law, commonly known as Section 23, targets five categories of national security crimes and was quickly passed by Hong Kong’s unopposed legislature on … Read more

New Hong Kong national security law takes effect amid concerns over freedoms

Hongkong – A new national security law came into force in Hong Kong on Saturday, despite growing international criticism that it could erode the city’s freedoms. Although Hong Kong is ruled by China, it has some autonomy due to its history as a British colony. The law takes effect at midnight and is published on … Read more

The new tax rules will come into effect on April 1.Everything you need to know

Income Tax: The Finance Minister announced these changes this year. April 1 marks the beginning of the new financial year and this day always holds great significance from a personal finance perspective as most of the budget proposals regarding income tax come into effect from this date. Additionally, other changes will apply from today, which … Read more

Assam opposition calls for shutdown as citizenship law CAA comes into effect

The 16-party United Opposition Forum of Assam (UOFA) is led by the Congress Guwahati: Protests broke out across Assam as opposition parties slammed the Center’s decision to implement the controversial Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) 2019, which provides for immigration to non-Muslims from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan Granting citizenship paves the way. The Congress-led 16-party United … Read more

Nissan partners with Akshay Patra, serves 50 lakh nutritious meals to Delhi school children

Last updated: January 26, 2024, 12:00 IST Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) and Akshaya Patra Foundation (TAPF), a leading Indian non-profit organization collaborated to promote nutrition of school children in New Delhi in January 2023. This joint effort aimed at creating a healthy and educated workforce is positively impacting the lives of thousands of … Read more

RBI’s revised fair lending practice norms to come into effect from April 1, check latest details

Under the revised guidelines, lenders are now allowed to levy only reasonable penal charges in case of default in loan repayment. Banks, NBFCs and other entities regulated by the RBI were given an extension of three months to implement the revised norms. The Reserve Bank on Monday said the revised fair lending practice, which prohibits … Read more