The Indian government’s adjustments to the GST structure are poised to make a wide array of goods and services more affordable. The new GST rates, commencing September 22nd, will trigger price reductions for several of India’s most sought-after vehicles. These changes stem from a revision where the tax rate on many cars shifts from 28% to 18%. Small cars, vital to India’s passenger vehicle market, have faced challenges recently, but the altered tax regulations are expected to reignite sales. Currently, the tax structure involves a 28% GST and a 1% cess for small petrol cars with engines below 1200cc and…
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As the upcoming Bihar assembly elections draw near, political tensions are on the rise following recent controversies. The BJP organized a Bihar Bandh on Thursday to protest remarks made against Prime Minister Modi’s mother, but the opposition quickly refuted its impact. RJD spokespersons labeled the bandh a failure, claiming the public saw through the BJP’s strategy. Here’s a summary of significant political events in Bihar. **1. Hindustani Awam Morcha National Convention in Delhi:** The Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) held its national convention on September 4th in Delhi. Party leaders, including patron Jitan Ram Manjhi, inaugurated the event, which saw participation…
As part of ongoing efforts to rid Jharkhand of Naxal influence, police forces are actively pursuing insurgents. Palamu Police, acting on intelligence about TSPC commander Shashikant Ganjhu, who had a 10 lakh rupee bounty, initiated a search operation in the Manatu police station area of Palamu district. The search led the police to Kadel village, where Ganjhu resided and was celebrating the Karma festival. A confrontation erupted when the police surrounded his house. During the exchange of fire, three police personnel were wounded, with two succumbing to their injuries. The injured officer is receiving medical care at Mediniray Medical College…
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai voiced his strong disapproval of the Luti Dam breach in Balrampur-Ramanuj Ganj. He emphasized that such failures are unacceptable and will not be permitted again. The CM attributed the incident to a lack of regular field inspections by officials and staff. He has instructed all officers and employees to ensure regular field inspections of dams and other infrastructure.
Tragedy struck the BITS Pilani campus in Goa on Thursday when a 20-year-old student was found dead in his hostel room. The student, identified as Rishi Nair, was discovered motionless. This unfortunate event is the fifth of its kind since December 2024. Previous incidents involved students Om Priyan Singh, Krishna Kasera, Kushagra Jain, and Atharv Desai. The exact cause of Nair’s death is still being determined. The university management has not yet commented on the situation, but the Chief Minister of Goa, Pramod Sawant, has ordered the collector to form a committee to investigate the series of deaths. The academic…
A U.S. resident has publicly condemned the H-1B visa system following the forced departure of his Indian friend. The friend, who had lived in the United States for eight years, including time spent in undergraduate and graduate programs, had to leave the country due to her inability to find new employment within the stipulated timeframe. The man’s LinkedIn post detailed her contributions to the U.S. economy and the impact of her departure on the community. He expressed his disapproval of the current policy, asserting that it undermines the nation’s ability to retain skilled workers and benefits foreign competitors. He urgently…
“The Bengal Files,” a political thriller by Vivek Agnihotri, is facing challenges in West Bengal, as multiple multiplex chains have refused to show the film. Producer Pallavi Joshi has addressed an urgent appeal to the President of India, seeking help to ensure the film’s release. Joshi’s letter to the President highlights her distress over the situation, citing political pressure and alleged threats from the ruling party as the reason for the film’s restricted release. She is urging the President to intervene to safeguard her constitutional rights and to permit the film’s screening in West Bengal.
Fresh details about the forthcoming iPhone 17 series are emerging, with information allegedly originating from sources in Taiwan. The iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro are rumored to feature 120Hz displays, improving upon the 60Hz displays present in the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus models. The iPhone 17 Air is rumored to be equipped with a “Silicon Anode battery,” suggesting higher energy density than the batteries currently used in other iPhone models. The iPhone 17 Air may also include a battery case to extend its battery life. Reports indicate that the iPhone 17 Air could eliminate the physical SIM…
Mohd. Sohail Khan, a Kudo athlete representing India, has been ranked second in Asia in the Adult Male -250 PI category, as per recent continental rankings. These rankings precede the Kudo Asian Championship 2025, set to be held in Tokyo, Japan. Khan trails only Ryota Ondera of Japan, who leads with eight points, earned from his gold medal victory at the 6th Kudo World Championships. Sohail Khan has accumulated five points, courtesy of a silver medal at the Kudo World Cup 2025 in Bulgaria and a bronze medal at the 2024 Eurasian Cup. Tsubasa Terasaka, also from Japan, holds the…
As the Bihar assembly elections draw near, the political landscape is heating up, with the BJP’s recent statewide shutdown facing significant pushback. The shutdown was called in response to derogatory remarks made against Prime Minister Modi’s mother. The opposition parties have widely criticized the bandh as ineffective. RJD spokespersons claim the public has seen through the BJP’s attempts to create a false narrative against the RJD and Congress. Here’s a summary of recent major developments in Bihar politics. **1. Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) National Convention:** The HAM held its national convention in Delhi, with the opening address given by party…