New software for filing digitally signed I-T returns

The CBDT has developed a new easy to use software after taxpayers complained of problems in filing I-T returns with digital signatures. Taxpayers had recently reported that they faced issues in using the Digital Signature Certificate at the time of uploading their Income Tax Returns. “This is because the latest browser versions have started disabling the standard way in which […]

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Government announced awards Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri on the eve of the Republic day

The government announced the list of awardees of civilian gallantary awards Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri on the eve of the Republic day. Actor Rajinikanth, media baron Ramoji Rao, former J&K Governor Jagmohan and spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar will be awarded the Padma Vibhushan. Reliance Industries founder Dhirubhai Ambani will be posthumously awarded Padma Vibhushan. Yamini […]

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Obama: Pakistan ‘must’ dismantle terror networks

In a strong message, US President Barack Obama told Pakistan on Sunday that it “can and must” take more effective action against terrorist groups operating from its soil by “delegitimising, disrupting and dismantling” terror networks there. Describing the terror attack on the IAF base in Pathankot as “another example of the inexcusable terrorism that India has endured for too long”, […]

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IS suspects planned to target Goa

The terror suspects linked to the Islamic State (IS), arrested in a countrywide raid over the past few days, had planned to target Goa a few months ago, but Intelligence agencies did not arrest them then as they had not acquired the capability to carry out any terrorist act, a senior government official told to media. Their arrest was precipitated this […]

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Over 80% of engineering graduates in India unemployable: Study

There seems to be a significant skill gap in the country as 80% of the engineering graduates are “unemployable,” says a report, highlighting the need for an upgraded education and training system. Educational institutions train millions of youngsters but corporates often complain that they do not get the necessary skill and talent required for a job. According to Aspiring Minds […]

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