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Dr. Paul criticizes CM Revanth Reddy for inviting Tony Blair and urges citizens to oppose his presence at the summit New Delhi: Dr. K. A. Paul, through a video statement, criticised the Telangana government for inviting former UK PM Tony Blair to the “Telangana Sinking Summit.” He expressed disbelief that…
GNLU’s high-level consultations in Gandhinagar and Bengaluru brought experts and industry leaders together, underscoring the need for clear rules, stronger safeguards, and innovation-driven regulatory reforms for India’s crypto ecosystem. Gandhinagar, 5 December 2025 The Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) has taken a significant step toward formulating a well-defined regulatory framework…
A TIOL study reveals that over 90% of India-linked crypto trading has moved to offshore platforms, exposing significant gaps in the country’s VDA tax framework and enforcement system. 04th Dec, 2025 As nations across the world move steadily toward integrating cryptocurrencies into their formal financial systems, India is grappling with…
Adoption of OECD CARF Framework Seen as Crucial for Global Alignment New Delhi: With Budget 2026 approaching, policymakers are increasingly recognizing the need to revisit India’s VDA taxation model. Although the 30% tax and 1% TDS were introduced to enhance oversight and restrict excessive trading, they have inadvertently driven traders…
New FSB and IOSCO assessments show accelerating global crypto regulation, yet fragmented enforcement and India’s missing framework deepen concerns over risk, stability, and cross-border vulnerabilities. 22 November 2025 Global crypto regulation has entered a decisive phase. In recent weeks, landmark assessments from the Financial Stability Board (FSB) and the International…
FIU enforcement and URL blocking fail to curb offshore exchanges’ access for Indian users New Delhi: The government’s twin-pillar crypto tax model—30% on gains and 1% TDS on transactions—is facing cracks as offshore trading grows. Without TDS collection, India loses both visibility and vital revenue. Since December 2023, the Financial…
DePIN models like DeCharge, Aethir, and Dabba Network showcase how community ownership can accelerate EV adoption, connectivity, and digital inclusion across India. New Delhi: As blockchain merges with real-world systems, DePIN is emerging as a model for distributed, transparent, and community-owned infrastructure—an evolution that could transform India’s growth trajectory. Consider…
