Tax income from direct sources increases by 9% to reach Rs 10.82 lac crores as of September 17, as reported. (Details available.)
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In today's Business News, we bring you the latest updates on the Indian economy, company news, and breaking events.
Net Direct Tax Collection Surges
According to ET Now Digital, the current fiscal year's net direct tax collection has grown by 9.18%, surpassing Rs 10.82 lakh crore. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has been instrumental in driving this growth, as reported by ET Now.
TCS and Vodafone Idea Strike a Deal
In other news, TCS and Vodafone Idea have entered into a five-year deal, though the details remain undisclosed.
MobiKwik Freezes Merchant Accounts
MobiKwik has frozen over 2000 merchant accounts due to heavy losses, as the digital payments company grapples with financial challenges.
Indian Railways' Expansion Plans
The Indian Railways is planning to introduce 1000 Amrit Bharat Express and up to 200 Vande Bharat Sleeper trains, signalling a significant expansion in the country's rail infrastructure.
Samvardhana Motherson's Share Price Target Hiked
Citi has hiked the share price target for Samvardhana Motherson, assigning it a SELL rating and citing five reasons for their decision.
NSDL Dividend 2025 Details
The record date for the NSDL dividend 2025 is today, with the credit date scheduled after Diwali.
Dividends, Splits, and Rights Issues
A total of 123 stocks have gone ex-date today, with dividends, splits, and rights issues. For a comprehensive list, please visit ET Now Digital.
Donald Trump Mention
In a separate development, former US President Donald Trump has made headlines for his latest business ventures.
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Article Updated
This article was updated at 23:46 IST on September 18, 2025.
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