No retro tax but Cairn is legacy issue: Jaitley

Last Updated: Sunday, March 15, 2015, 16:59

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley concluded his two-day visit here with a message to the global investing community that India`s stated position now was not to impose any retrospective tax but that the one slapped on Cairn was a "legacy" issue.

British foreign secretary seeks India assurance after $1.6 billion Cairn tax case

Last Updated: Thursday, March 12, 2015, 20:10

British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond raised concerns in India on Thursday over a $1.6 billion retrospective tax bill charged to British oil explorer Cairn Energy hours before he arrived in the country seeking to improve business ties.

Iran deal involves `limited sanctions relief`: British Foreign Secretary

Last Updated: Tuesday, November 12, 2013, 00:37

Talks on Iran`s nuclear programme aim at finding an interim agreement involving limited sanctions relief before any final settlement, British Foreign Secretary William Hague said.

21st century will be shaped by India: Hague

Last Updated: Thursday, January 26, 2012, 23:56

The 21st century will be shaped by India more than anybody else therefore the country should occupy the top table in the global decision making.

Hague under fire for botched Libya mission

Last Updated: Tuesday, March 8, 2011, 21:57

A botched special forces mission into Libya has left British Foreign secretary William Hague red faced as he came under fire after he admitted to a "serious misunderstanding" that led to the team being held captive by the rebels.