The Enforcement Directorate has issued a summons to former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan. The summons pertains to an investigation into the promotion of a betting application. Dhawan is expected to provide details about his association with the online betting platform 1xBet, which he promoted on social media platforms. The ED has also questioned other prominent figures, including Suresh Raina and Harbhajan Singh, in connection with this case. The investigation focuses on alleged illegal activities linked to online betting.
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The Indian government’s adjustments to the GST structure are set to reduce the prices of numerous goods, including automobiles. New GST rates, slated to be implemented from September 22nd, will see a shift from a 28% tax rate to an 18% rate for certain vehicles, leading to price reductions on popular models. Small cars, which form a significant portion of the passenger vehicle market in India, have been experiencing sales challenges and market contraction. These revised tax regulations are anticipated to revitalize sales. Currently, petrol-powered cars with engines smaller than 1200cc and shorter than 4 meters in length are taxed…
A shocking daylight robbery has occurred in Jamshedpur’s Bistupur area, where a businessman was robbed of 30 lakh rupees. The victim, Saket Agarwal, was targeted by assailants near a Gurudwara while he was en route to the bank to deposit the funds. The criminals, traveling on motorcycles and in an Innova, confronted Agarwal, displaying weapons before seizing the bag containing the substantial sum. The criminals also fired shots in the air before escaping. The incident has caused widespread panic among the local residents. Police authorities, including City SP Kumar Shivashish and DSP Manoj Thakur, promptly arrived at the scene to…
The Indian government is celebrating a major achievement in Manipur. The Kuki-Zo Council has agreed to open National Highway-2, a move coming before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s planned visit on September 13th. The decision to reopen the highway, along with other agreements focused on peace and stability in the state, follows discussions between the Kuki-Zo Council and the Ministry of Home Affairs. This advancement is of great importance, particularly as the Prime Minister is expected to visit soon. The Ministry of Home Affairs has been in talks with different factions implicated in the Manipur violence to promote peace. National Highway-2…
A shooting in Lisbon, Portugal, has been attributed to Randeep Malik, an associate of Lawrence Bishnoi, who has taken responsibility for the attacks. The incident, which took place in Odivelas, is under investigation by the Portuguese police. Malik, also known as Randeep Singh, is currently sought by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). The violence is linked to a video that gained significant attention on social media. Furthermore, a Facebook post, allegedly from Randeep Malik, declared that he and the Lawrence Bishnoi gang were responsible for attacking the “Romy gang and Prince gang.”
Three major films are set to premiere in India this Friday, September 5: the Hollywood horror film “The Conjuring: Last Rites,” the Hindi releases “Baaghi 4” starring Tiger Shroff and Sanjay Dutt, and Vivek Agnihotri’s political drama “The Bengal Files” featuring Mithun Chakraborty. Hollywood productions have enjoyed considerable success at the Indian box office this year. Global hits like Joseph Kosinski’s F1, Gareth Edwards’ Jurassic World Rebirth, and Christopher McQuarrie’s Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning have all achieved over Rs 100 crore in India. The horror film Final Destination: Bloodlines also grossed over Rs 70 crore. Anticipation is high…
Lava has introduced the Yuva Smart 2, a new smartphone designed for users seeking an affordable option. This phone is equipped with 6GB of RAM (3GB physical + 3GB virtual) and is priced at ₹6099. The device comes in two color options: Crystal Blue and Crystal Gold. The phone features an octa-core processor, a dual rear camera system, and a 5000mAh battery. The phone runs on Android 15 Go Edition and features a 6.5-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Unisoc 9863A processor. The rear camera setup includes a 13MP AI dual rear camera…
The GST Council has decided to impose a 40% GST on tickets for the Indian Premier League (IPL). Previously, the rate was 28%. This will likely make IPL tickets more expensive, directly impacting the fans’ wallets. Those attending matches in the stadium will have to pay more for their tickets. For instance, an IPL ticket previously costing ₹1000 with a 28% GST, totaling ₹1280, will now cost ₹1400 due to the new rate, an increase of ₹120. Similarly, a ₹500 ticket will increase from ₹640 to ₹700, and a ₹2000 ticket will increase from ₹2560 to ₹2800. This change is…
The political atmosphere in Bihar is charged up ahead of the upcoming assembly elections, with leaders constantly engaging in verbal duels. A recent incident captured RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav dancing joyfully with supporters, including his nephew, on Patna’s JP Ganga Path. The video quickly gained traction on social media, receiving positive reactions and also drawing satirical comments. Central Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi weighed in, stating that during the rule of Lalu Prasad Yadav, such youths might have been subjected to forced dancing at the Chief Minister’s residence under duress. He described this as an example of the true nature of…
The Supreme Court has taken a serious view of the recent floods in North India, specifically in Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir. Chief Justice B.R. Gavai highlighted the severity of the situation, pointing to the heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding. The court has raised the possibility of illegal deforestation as a contributing factor. The CJI has emphasized that the situation isn’t solely a natural disaster, but potentially a crisis exacerbated by human actions, and has requested a response from the involved states within three weeks. The Solicitor General has also been asked to address the matter.