Direct tax collections rise sharply to Rs 8.11 lakh crore; non-corporate taxes lead

India’s direct tax collections have surged impressively, seeing an increase of over twenty-three percent. As of August 10, gross direct tax collections reached a staggering Rs 9.55 lakh crore. The bulk of these collections stemmed from non-corporate tax receipts, while both corporate tax collections and Securities Transaction Tax experienced notable year-on-year growth. Nevertheless, government-issued refunds…

‘Airport-cum-seaport’: Heavy rain leaves Noida airport waterlogged, sparks online jibes

Heavy rain caused temporary waterlogging near Noida International Airport’s terminal and parking area. Online mockery followed visuals of rainwater collected in the parking zone and passage. Airport authorities stated the waterlogging was temporary and cleared within thirty minutes. The incident occurred less than two months after the airport’s inauguration on March 28, 2026. Flight operations…