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Time of India
14 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Renault Triber facelift teased, launch tomorrow: What to expect
Renault India has dropped the first teaser of the upcoming 2025 Triber facelift. The model is set for a launch tomorrow and is expected to feature some cosmetic updates along with the addition of new features. Here's a quick look at what we can expect from the refreshed Triber. Renault Triber Facelift launch tomorrow: What to expect Like said before, the sub-4-metre MPV will get a host of upgrades in terms of design and appearance. While the dimensions are likely to stay unchanged, the teaser gives us a quick look at its front fascia along with a glimpse of its rear section. Up front, the new Triber will sport a reworked gloss black grille featuring Renault's latest logo. You can also expect the new Triber to get refreshed headlamps along with integrated DRLs. The front bumper has been redesigned as well, complete with a blacked-out finish and a contrasting silver skid plate. Kia Carens Clavis first drive review: Game-Changer for electric MPVs? | TOI Auto On the rear side, expect to see redesigned taillamps, which might be connected with an LED light bar. Other highlights might also include a refreshed bumper. The teaser also reveals large Triber badging at the centre of the boot lid. Renault could introduce a new set of alloy wheels to freshen up the look at the side. Under the hood, the facelifted Triber is likely to retain the current 1.0-litre 3-cylinder NA petrol engine that produces 72 hp and 96 Nm of torque. It will continue to be offered with both a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT gearbox. Stay tuned to TOI Auto for all the latest updates from the automotive industry and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Housing societies in dilemma over NA tax in absence of govt resolution
1 2 3 4 5 6 Pune: Nearly ten months after the state cabinet announced abolition of non-agricultural (NA) tax for urban housing societies, confusion prevails over it due to absence of a formal govt resolution (GR) in this regard. The managements of housing societies across the state said they are not sure whether they should continue paying the tax till official guidelines are issued in this regard. The state cabinet, under Eknath Shinde-led govt, had approved scrapping of the NA tax in October 2024, ahead of the state assembly elections. The move was aimed at providing relief to societies in urban areas like Pune and Mumbai, where residents have been paying both property tax and NA tax. Housing societies have now approached the state government to issue a formal GR in this respect. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune "We have informed the housing societies that the NA tax has been scrapped. However, many have received payment notices post-October. There is widespread confusion on the issue. We urge the govt to issue a GR in this regard immediately," said Suhas Patwardhan, chairperson, Maharashtra State Housing Federation. The NA tax, which dates back to the British era, is levied on properties situated on agricultural land within the municipal corporation or council limits, excluding those located in designated gaothan areas. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo The abolition was a long-standing demand of housing society federations. Despite the cabinet decision, lack of an official GR has left societies in a dilemma. Some have stopped paying tax based on the cabinet announcement, while others continue to pay to avoid potential penalties. Senior revenue department officials acknowledged the delay, attributing it to the timing of the assembly elections. "The law and judiciary department deferred the issue of GR last year, citing code of conduct during elections. Later, it was left to the new govt to issue the GR," a revenue department official told TOI. A senior official confirmed on Saturday that the GR is likely to be taken up in the next cabinet meeting and could be notified before August 15. "We understand the practical difficulties societies are facing. Clear directives will be issued through the GR shortly, which would give clarity to those who have paid NA tax and those who have not," the official added. In the meantime, housing societies remain divided in their approach. "We are aware that the tax has been scrapped, but without an official GR, we are hesitant to stop payment," said a senior committee member of a housing society in Kondhwa. "We have not received any directive from the state govt. Until the GR is issued, we cannot provide clear instructions to officials or societies," said a senior district administration official. The housing federation said that the issue affects thousands of housing societies and called on the govt to issue a resolution in this regard without any further delay. "This is a critical issue for middle-class homeowners. The longer the delay, the more confusion it will create. The govt must act swiftly," said Patwardhan. Pune: Nearly ten months after the state cabinet announced abolition of non-agricultural (NA) tax for urban housing societies, confusion prevails over it due to absence of a formal govt resolution (GR) in this regard. The managements of housing societies across the state said they are not sure whether they should continue paying the tax till official guidelines are issued in this regard. The state cabinet, under Eknath Shinde-led govt, had approved scrapping of the NA tax in October 2024, ahead of the state assembly elections. The move was aimed at providing relief to societies in urban areas like Pune and Mumbai, where residents have been paying both property tax and NA tax. Housing societies have now approached the state government to issue a formal GR in this respect. "We have informed the housing societies that the NA tax has been scrapped. However, many have received payment notices post-October. There is widespread confusion on the issue. We urge the govt to issue a GR in this regard immediately," said Suhas Patwardhan, chairperson, Maharashtra State Housing Federation. The NA tax, which dates back to the British era, is levied on properties situated on agricultural land within the municipal corporation or council limits, excluding those located in designated gaothan areas. The abolition was a long-standing demand of housing society federations. Despite the cabinet decision, lack of an official GR has left societies in a dilemma. Some have stopped paying tax based on the cabinet announcement, while others continue to pay to avoid potential penalties. Senior revenue department officials acknowledged the delay, attributing it to the timing of the assembly elections. "The law and judiciary department deferred the issue of GR last year, citing code of conduct during elections. Later, it was left to the new govt to issue the GR," a revenue department official told TOI. A senior official confirmed on Saturday that the GR is likely to be taken up in the next cabinet meeting and could be notified before August 15. "We understand the practical difficulties societies are facing. Clear directives will be issued through the GR shortly, which would give clarity to those who have paid NA tax and those who have not," the official added. In the meantime, housing societies remain divided in their approach. "We are aware that the tax has been scrapped, but without an official GR, we are hesitant to stop payment," said a senior committee member of a housing society in Kondhwa. "We have not received any directive from the state govt. Until the GR is issued, we cannot provide clear instructions to officials or societies," said a senior district administration official. The housing federation said that the issue affects thousands of housing societies and called on the govt to issue a resolution in this regard without any further delay. "This is a critical issue for middle-class homeowners. The longer the delay, the more confusion it will create. The govt must act swiftly," said Patwardhan.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
In absence of GR, housing socs in dilemma over paying NA tax
Pune: Nearly 10 months after the state cabinet announced abolition of non-agricultural (NA) tax for urban housing societies, confusion prevails over it due to absence of a formal govt resolution (GR) in this regard. The managements of housing societies across the state said they are not sure whether they should continue paying the tax till official guidelines are issued in this regard. The state cabinet, under Eknath Shinde-led govt, had approved scrapping of the NA tax in October 2024, ahead of the state assembly elections. The move was aimed at providing relief to societies in urban areas like Pune and Mumbai, where residents have been paying both property tax and NA tax. Housing societies have now approached the state government to issue a formal GR in this respect. "We have informed the housing societies that the NA tax has been scrapped. However, many have received payment notices post-October. There is widespread confusion on the issue. We urge the govt to issue a GR in this regard immediately," said Suhas Patwardhan, chairperson, Maharashtra State Housing Federation. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai The NA tax, which dates back to the British era, is levied on properties situated on agricultural land within the municipal corporation or council limits, excluding those located in designated gaothan areas. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Despite cabinet decision, lack of an official GR has left societies in a dilemma. Senior revenue department officials acknowledged the delay, attributing it to the timing of the assembly elections. "The law and judiciary department deferred the issue of GR last year, citing code of conduct during elections. Later, it was left to the new govt to issue the GR," a revenue department official told TOI. A senior official confirmed on Saturday that the GR is likely to be taken up in the next cabinet meeting and could be notified before August 15.
Budapest Times
5 days ago
- Politics
- Budapest Times
PM Orbán: 'If everyone wants peace, why is there still war?'
Prime Minister Orbán made an appearance on the Ultrahang podcast, offering unfiltered insights into his political philosophy, personal habits, and Hungary's role in the international arena. The conversation ranged from the nature of online media to the geopolitics of the Ukraine war, with the prime minister not holding back. PM Orbán acknowledged that he rarely engages with digital content himself. 'I have a good old Nokia,' he said. 'I'm from the generation that believes a phone is for making phone calls. I do have an iPad, secretly, but it's dangerous. It pulls you in.' He admitted that even his limited browsing often reveals how misunderstood his statements are. 'Sometimes I think, why didn't they just ask me what I meant?' On why he has recently appeared in multiple podcasts, Prime Minister Orbán said he welcomes interviews, but only under certain conditions. 'If there's a chance for a meaningful conversation, I'm available. But I won't sit down for a back-and-forth ambush. And I won't talk to mercenaries — those paid from abroad. I like knowing I'm speaking to the person in front of me, not their funders.' The discussion turned toward the ongoing war in Ukraine, where the prime minister offered a sobering perspective. 'Everyone says they want peace, but there's still war. That means someone is lying.' PM Orbán believes some European and Ukrainian leaders are actively interested in prolonging the conflict. 'They want the war to continue, no matter what they say.' In contrast, he described U.S. President Donald Trump as 'the man of peace.' While Trump has not yet ended the war, the alternative, according to Prime Minister Orbán, could have been catastrophic. 'If Biden or Harris had stayed in power, we might already be in a world war. So we must be grateful that Trump is in office.' He argued that the only path to peace is through direct negotiation between the Russian and American presidents. 'A deal won't come from Kyiv. It must come from Washington and Moscow. Until then, there will be no peace.' The prime minister also outlined why Hungary immediately chose neutrality. 'First, it's about national interest. If our neighbor builds an army of 800,000, no one knows who they'll aim it at next.' He added that from the beginning, the odds were stacked against Ukraine. 'They're fewer in number, under-resourced, and facing a nuclear superpower. No one has ever defeated such a power on the battlefield.' He went further, placing the war within a broader civilizational context. 'While White, Christian Europeans kill each other on the Russian-Ukrainian front, we allow masses of people from alien cultures to flood into Europe. It's abnormal.' Regarding the possibility of Russia attacking Western Europe, Prime Minister Orbán was unequivocal. 'It's not realistic. Russia has 140 million people. The EU has over 440 million, not counting the Americans. Militarily and economically, the West is far stronger. The solution is not pushing war, but strengthening NATO.' He also dismissed the idea of Hungary exiting the EU. 'There's no such moment on the horizon when it would be better to leave. Spiritually, perhaps we are drifting apart, but economically, Hungary benefits more by staying.' Still, he criticized the direction the EU has taken since Hungary's accession. 'There was no talk in 2004 of forced migration, child-rearing policies, or being dragged into war.' On the economic front, the prime minister reflected on 2025's rocky start. 'I expected by now we'd at least have a ceasefire and see economic improvement. But Europe convinced Ukraine to continue the war.' Still, Hungary pressed forward with programs to support business. 'Despite the challenges, we launched initiatives like the Sándor Demjén Program.' Asked about his ideological transformation, he explained his shift from liberalism to conservatism. 'In the 20th century, liberals and conservatives united against totalitarianism. But now liberals claim that anyone who disagrees with them is undemocratic. We've shown there is such a thing as a conservative, Christian democracy. They just refuse to acknowledge it.' Lastly, Prime Minister Orbán addressed whether he would remain in politics if Fidesz moved into opposition. 'Even then, I wouldn't disappear. This is more than a job. It's a mission.'
Business Recorder
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Pakistan facing over Rs700bn tax fraud, NA's PAC body told
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Bureau of Revenue (FBR) Chief Rashid Langrial on Thursday said Pakistan is facing tax fraud of worth over Rs700 billion. Briefing the sub-committee of NA's Public Accounts Committee (PAC), FBR chief said that sales tax fraud in Pakistan is alarmingly higher than in other countries. He estimated the potential volume of tax fraud at over Rs 700 billion, emphasizing that despite improvements in the system, the complete elimination of sales tax fraud remains unlikely. Finance Act expands definition of tax fraud He noted that Pakistan's current level of tax evasion has escalated significantly, though some success has been achieved in partially controlling sales tax-related fraud. The FBR chairman further stressed the need to enhance post-audit mechanisms and enforce strict penalties to curb the issuance of fake invoices. He also revealed that Rs200 billion were recovered during the last fiscal year following the clearance of tax litigation cases in courts. Langrial added that FBR has been granted powers to control tax fraud and recover dues from fraudulent cases. However, he cautioned that the recurring release of arrested tax evaders undermines deterrence and will not effectively prevent future fraud.
