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EVs, CNG vehicles don’t need permits

The government has decided to exempt electric vehicles (EVs) and automobiles run on alternative fuel from permit requirements in a bid to boost such vehicles in the country.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 7th Sep 2018

Panel to review FPI diktat : SEBI

Amid apprehensions that its April 10 circular on beneficial ownership of offshore funds could cause potential capital outflows of $75 billion,SEBI said it would review the matter and take a “holistic view”, seeking to assuage panic among investors.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 6th Sep 2018

Trade talks stuck as U.S. presses oil, aircraft sales to India

India and the United States are in a deadlock over contentious trade issues after the Donald Trump administration sought a formal commitment of additional purchases of $10 billion annually for the next three years, as part of a trade agreement under negotiation.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 6th Sep 2018

India supports Mauritius’ claim over disputed Chagos islands under UK-control

India has backed Mauritius over its claim on the disputed Chagos islands, which is home to Diego Garcia — the key military base of the U.K. and the U.S. in the Indian Ocean.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 6th Sep 2018

34% Indians not active enough: WHO

Thirty-four per cent of Indians — 24.7% male and 43.9% females — are not active enough to stay healthy, according to the latest study released by the World Health Organisation (WHO), which noted that, globally, more than 1.4 billion adults are at risk of diseases from not doing enough physical activity.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 6th Sep 2018