India’s Vice-Presidential election witnessed an impressive 96% voter turnout till 3 p.m., with cross-party strategies shaping the day’s narrative. The neutrality of regional heavyweights such as the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), and Shiromani Akali Dal came as a setback to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), according to the Opposition. High Voter…
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has softened his criticism of India and sought to reaffirm his friendship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, days after remarking that India had “lost to China” in trade. The clarification underscores Trump’s reliance on personal diplomacy and his recognition of India’s growing importance in U.S. foreign policy. Initial Criticism Sparks…
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has approved significant changes to the automobile tax structure, offering relief to buyers of small cars and two-wheelers while imposing higher levies on larger vehicles, including sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and luxury cars. The decision marks one of the most notable shifts in the GST regime in recent…
The stage is set for a crucial meeting of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council as states and the Union government prepare for deliberations on rate revisions and fiscal concerns. In the lead-up to the meeting, opposition-ruled states have voiced strong reservations about proposed GST rate cuts, arguing that such reductions will deepen their…
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall across several parts of north India over the next 48 hours. An orange alert has been issued for Noida, Gurugram, and surrounding areas, urging residents to remain cautious and prepare for possible disruptions. Details of the ForecastAccording to the IMD, moisture-laden winds from the monsoon trough…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit made headlines not just for policy discussions but also for his unique choice of transport. In a symbolic gesture, Modi arrived at the summit in the car often favored by Chinese President Xi Jinping and later departed in one associated with Russian President…
In a surprising turn in global trade discussions, former U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that India has offered to reduce tariffs on American goods to “nothing.” The statement comes at a time when negotiations between Washington and New Delhi have been under scrutiny for progressing slower than expected. The Claim and Its TimingTrump announced…
In a major development, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested an official of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) in connection with a massive ₹232 crore embezzlement case. The accused, a senior-level employee, is allegedly involved in siphoning off funds over several years, leading to one of the largest frauds in the history…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dialed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a direct diplomatic move ahead of Modi’s highly anticipated meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. This rare phone call signals the growing international focus on India’s role in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, as the world awaits the outcome of the upcoming summit between…
Patna, Bihar – Tensions flared in Patna as Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders and workers staged a massive march on Friday to protest against alleged derogatory remarks made about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The political demonstration soon turned chaotic when BJP supporters clashed with Congress workers, leading to a heated confrontation in the city’s central…
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