India’s net direct tax collections increased by 17.7% year over year to Rs 19.58 crore in the fiscal year that ended in March 2024, surpassing revised projections and budget estimates.
– The first ever Coffeeshop appeared in 1991 on April 21.
– The rejection of the Annan plan by 76% of the Greek Cypriot population was celebrated as a victory.
– The audit report on the foreign ministry for the 2021-22 period revealed a diplomat unlawfully collecting an overseas posting allowance.
– Deputies in Cyprus receive various perks and privileges, including multiple pensions.
– The chairman of Hellenic Bank accepted a mediation proposal by the labor minister regarding the renewal of the collective agreement.
New York and other states are using AI-generated letters to challenge wealthy remote workers who are avoiding paying taxes.
The fact described in the text is that the corporate tax cut in 2017 reduced America’s corporate tax rate from 35% to 21%, which was previously the highest in the world.
The newly elected chairman of the Cyprus Police Association, Giorgos Georgiou, pledged to address all members’ concerns promptly and effectively.
The government is exploring ways to strengthen its framework to protect the elderly from abuse.
The House interior committee called on the government to urgently and effectively manage the migration issue, focusing on upgrading infrastructure for reception centers and accommodation for asylum seekers, improving the procedures for examining asylum applications, and providing access to legal representation for unaccompanied minors. The government should also adopt procedures to ensure humane living conditions in reception centers and suppress incidences of crime in and around these centers.
Kyriakos Charalambous resigned as Cyprus Police Association chairman citing personal issues and increased professional obligations. One of his achievements during his seven-year tenure was implementing a pension plan for officers who were not covered in the past.
Fact: The Finance Ministry, in collaboration with SIX and the Cyprus Stock Exchange, announced the successful activation of the dual-listing of Euro Medium Term Notes (EMTN) of the Republic of Cyprus at the Cyprus Stock Exchange.
Geopolitical tensions are causing caution among investors, with concerns about potential retaliation from Israel against Iran. The Nasdaq index fell below its 50-day SMA, indicating a possible sell-off. US economic data, including industrial production and Fed Chairman Jerome Powell’s speech, are being closely watched. Oil prices are influenced by tensions in the Middle East, with the possibility of Brent crude reaching 0. Gold prices are anchored by inflation expectations and geopolitical tensions, with potential for further increases. China’s strong GDP growth is seen as positive for gold demand. Powell’s speech and potential oil price increases could impact inflation. Gold prices are expected to continue rising, potentially reaching ,500.