Greater Bengaluru Authority to Auction Properties of 7,000 Defaulters Over ₹437 Crore Tax Dues

February 2, 2026

Greater Bengaluru Authority to Auction Properties of 7,000 Defaulters Over ₹437 Crore Tax Dues

The Greater Bengaluru Authority will auction properties of 7,000 owners across five corporations on February 17 for unpaid property tax dues totaling over ₹437 crore. Defaulters have been given a last chance to pay dues online and avoid the sale.

RBA Rate Hike Expected, But Some Experts Warn of Economic Risks

February 2, 2026

RBA Rate Hike Expected, But Some Experts Warn of Economic Risks

The Reserve Bank of Australia is set to raise rates to 3.85%, but some economists call it a 'policy error' that could hurt the fragile economic recovery.

Big Ticket Abu Dhabi Announces Dh15 Million Jackpot and Daily Winners in February

February 2, 2026

Big Ticket Abu Dhabi Announces Dh15 Million Jackpot and Daily Winners in February

Big Ticket Abu Dhabi's Series 260 jackpot of Dh15 million will be drawn on March 3, 2026. Daily winners are already collecting cash prizes this February. Luxury car giveaways add excitement for participants.

India Grants Apple a 5-Year Tax Break on Machinery for Contract Manufacturers

February 2, 2026

India Grants Apple a 5-Year Tax Break on Machinery for Contract Manufacturers

India's new budget grants Apple and other foreign firms a 5-year tax exemption for owning machines used by contract manufacturers in certain zones. This move will speed up electronics manufacturing investments and reduce cost burdens.

CPI Protests Union Budget 2026 Over Andhra Pradesh Funding Issues

February 2, 2026

CPI Protests Union Budget 2026 Over Andhra Pradesh Funding Issues

CPI leaders protest outside Visakhapatnam station, saying Budget 2026 ignores Andhra Pradesh’s needs. No funds for South Coast Railway or Polavaram project, say activists.