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Ayodhya Ram Mandir

24 Jan 2024

Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha: Rs 1.25 Lac Cr Revenue Generated; Big Boost To Biz

The Pran Pratishtha ceremony for Lord Ram in Ayodhya was held on January 22, that gave a major boost to small businesses.

22 Jan 2024

Amazon Withdraws 'Shri Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad' Sweets

After receiving a notice from the Central Consumer Protection Authority(CCPA) sweets marketed as 'Shri Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad' has been removed from Amazon.

04 Oct 2023

CAIT Files Complaint Against Flipkart, Amitabh Bachchan For 'Misleading' Ad

Last week, CAIT called out the advertisement with Bachchan promoting Flipkart's upcoming Big Billion Day sale and telling consumers that deals on mobiles won't be available offline at retail stores. The Big Billion Days sale is slated to take place from October 8-15.

Independence Day 2022

16 Aug 2022

PM Modi's Har Ghar Tiranga campaign generates business of Rs 500 crore

The sale of more than 30 crore tricolours generated a revenue of Rs 500 cr. CAIT officials said that over 3000 Tiranga events were organised nationwide. The movement has demonstrated the capacity & capabilities of an Indian businessmen.

Confederation of All India Traders

29 Jan 2022

CAIT moves to CCI against 'Chinese' firm Shopee for hurting Indian SMEs

CAIT alleged that Shopee violated the Competition Act. CAIT Chairman Praveen Khandelwal said that Shopee is offering hefty discounts. Shopee offers products on its website at Re 1, Rs 9, Rs 49 etc.

27 Dec 2021

Defer GST rate hike on textiles, footwear: CAIT to FM

The proposal is to increase the rate of tax from 5 per cent to 12 per cent on textiles and footwear. According to CAIT, there was no tax on textile or fabrics for a number of years. The letter also asked for an extension of income tax return filing date.

15 Nov 2021

Amazon investigates use of platform for sourcing marijuana

The accused were operating the racket through a leading e-commerce firm, which received two-thirds of the profits generated, as per the official. Evidence is being collected to see if it could be prosecuted for providing a platform for such drug transactions, the official added. It is a serious threat to the security of the country in view of the fact that likewise even illegal arms or other illegal activities can also be conducted, CAIT added.

Battlegrounds Mobile India

20 Jun 2021

CAIT urges IT minister Ravi Shankar Prasad to ban Battlegrounds Mobile India

As Krafton might take some time to roll out Battlegrounds Mobile India for everyone, the game has already got embroiled in controversy as people are demanding a ban on the PUBG Mobile India avatar. It has further advised Google not to make use of its Google Play store platform. Battlegrounds Mobile India, which is almost a repackaged version of PUBG Mobile comes with several features that are quite similar to the banned game in India.

06 Jun 2021

Odd-even formula never suits business: Traders’ body writes to Delhi govt

The domestic traders body CAIT in its letter welcomed the Delhi government’s decision to unlock the city but opposed the idea of odd-even formula. CAIT in its letter stated that the odd-even formula has never suited for the business character of Delhi.

14 May 2021

Gold, jewellery trade suffers Rs 10,000 Cr loss on Akshay Tritiya, claims CAIT

The occasion, which usually falls in the Summer season, has forced jewellers into losses. There are around 4 lakh gold and jewellery traders. Gold traders and jewellers have lost additional business.

09 May 2021

Delhi lockdown to be extended? CM Kejriwal likely to take decision today

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal is likely to take a final decision on the extension of the COVID-19 lockdown today. The current imposed lockdown will end at 5 AM on Monday. 65 percent of Delhi's traders favour increasing (extending) the lockdown in Delhi.

16 Apr 2021

Impose 10-day complete COVID lockdown in Delhi: Traders' Body urges Kejriwal

Confederation Of All India Traders (CAIT) urged the AAP-led government to impose complete lockdown in the national capital for the upcoming 10 days. CAIT also added those individuals who are engaged in essential services should get e-passes on time. "If necessary, the traders can also call for closing their shops," said CAIT Secretary General.

11 Apr 2021

CAIT urges PM Modi to not impose lockdowns, offers alternate solution

CAIT urges PM Modi to implement staggered work timings instead of lockdowns The sudden hike in COVID-19 cases have forced state governments to impose restrictions

26 Feb 2021

Bharat Bandh today: 8 cr traders to protest against GST, fuel price hike

The Indian traders' body CAIT has called a nationwide shutdown 'Bharat Bandh' today All commercial establishments will remain closed Over 8 crore traders will protest against GST, fuel price hike

25 Feb 2021

Bharat Bandh on Feb 26: 8 cr traders to protest against GST, fuel price hike

Over 8 crore traders will protest against GST, fuel price hike on Feb 26 The Indian traders' body CAIT has called a Bharat Bandh on Feb 26 All commercial markets across the country will remain closed on February 26.

19 Feb 2021

Bharat Bandh: CAIT threatens 'Chakka Jam' on February 26

The CAIT also called for a review of the GST system and its tax slabs to simplify and rationalise it for easier compliance by traders CAIT Secretary-General Praveen Khandelwal said it is also talking to the government on this issue All India Transporters Welfare Association will also support CAIT's Bharat Bandh call and hold a 'Chakka Jam' on February 26

07 Dec 2020

CAIT: Markets in India to remain open tomorrow

CAIT announced that Markets in India to remain open tomorrow. Watch this video to know more.

Confederation of All India Traders

15 Nov 2020

Traders did record business on Diwali; these products were most purchased

The robust sales gave China an expected loss of Rs 40,000 crore. "People didn't purchase anything in the last eight months except essentials. Hence people had enough surplus money, and a portion was spent on Diwali festivities," said CAIT.

15 Nov 2020

Amid boycott of Chinese products, traders record Rs 72,000 cr sales on Diwali

Amid boycott of Chinese products, traders record 72,000 crore sales on Diwali: CAIT The business was carried on during this year's Diwali with no Chinese goods on sale. The CAIT said that the robust sale indicates good business prospects in future.

02 Aug 2020

India-made Rakhis this year cause China losses worth Rs 4,000 crore

An estimate of around 50 crore rakhis are sold every year at about Rs 6000 crores and for the past many years around Rs 4000 crore worth China-made Rakhis were being imported. A variety of new-designer Rakhis were made from Indian goods, this year not a single rakhi was imported from China. With this India has broken the myth that it cannot successfully boycott Chinese goods.

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