The ministerial panel on GST rationalisation has discussed proposals for adjusting rates on over 100 items and merging the 12% and 18% slabs. The fitment committee will analyse the impact, potentially reducing rates for common goods and increasing them for luxury items. Further discussions are scheduled in Delhi later this month.
Read MoreKyiv endured another night of air raid alerts and drone attacks, leading to explosions across various districts. Residents often take refuge in bomb shelters, with children and the elderly particularly affected. Ukrainian air defense forces work tirelessly to intercept drones as the city continues to hope for an end to these nightly disruptions.
Read MoreManipur’s government has retracted an earlier intelligence report claiming 900 Kuki militants infiltrated from Myanmar. New police inputs suggest Kuki National Army cadres might escort arms, ammunition, and drugs from Myanmar. Officials clarified that the initial report couldn’t be substantiated and assured the public there’s no immediate threat, urging calm.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court has emphasised that rigorous bail provisions in statutes like PMLA, UAPA, and NDPS Act should not serve as tools to keep undertrial accused imprisoned for prolonged periods. Granting bail to former Tamil Nadu minister Senthil Balaji after 15 months of incarceration, the court highlighted the necessity of swift trial proceedings.
Read MoreSwiggy has filed for an IPO estimated at $1.2 billion, which could increase to $1.4 billion following a shareholder meeting. The company intends to raise Rs 3,750 crore through new shares and the rest from an offer-for-sale by existing investors. The IPO might be timed with Diwali festivities in November.
Read MoreSri Lanka sensation Kamindu Mendis has become the first batsman to score fifty or more in eight consecutive Test matches since making his debut. He achieved this milestone during Sri Lanka’s second Test against New Zealand at Galle International Stadium, contributing significantly to Sri Lanka’s total of 306 for three by the end of...
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