New Delhi, Sep 4 (UNI) The GST Council has approved a set of sweeping reforms that bring direct relief to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and small traders, with lower rates on labour-intensive goods, correction of inverted duty structures, and cheaper inputs for agriculture and manufacturing. Key changes include a sharp reduction of GST…
New Delhi, Sep 4 (UNI) Households across the country are set to feel some relief as the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council’s latest reforms slash rates on a wide range of electronic items and appliances. For years, big-ticket appliances like televisions, air conditioners, refrigerators, and dishwashers have remained aspirational purchases for many families due…
New Delhi, Sep 4 (UNI) Industry bodies, health experts and patient advocacy groups today welcomed the union Government’s decision to reduce Goods and Services Tax (GST) on a range of life-saving drugs and medical products, calling it a “progressive reform” that will help reduce treatment costs and improve access to critical healthcare services. The GST…
New Delhi, Sep 4 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi warmly welcomed Singapore PM Lawrence Wong at Hyderabad House today after which the two leaders sat down for bilateral talks, following which several MoUs are expected to be inked. The MEA spokesperson posted on X: “A bond anchored in shared values, robust linkages and people-to-people contacts….
New Delhi, Sep 4 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong today, and expressed confidence that his bilateral talks with PM Narendra Modi would chart a roadmap for the relationship. In a post on X, the EAM wrote: “Pleased to call on PM @LawrenceWongST of Singapore this morning in…
New Delhi, Sept 4 (UNI) Home Minister Amit Shah today lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership following the announcement of major GST rate cuts and process reforms, calling it a “truly transformative decision for Bharat.” In a post on X, Shah praised the Prime Minister for staying true to his commitments and calling this decision…
Amritsar, Sept 4 (UNI) Amid worsening flood situation due to heavy rainfall in Punjab, union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan arrived in Amritsar today to assess the damage to crops and infrastructure. Upon arrival, he met Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, who presented a detailed report on the flood situation in five districts — Amritsar,…
New Delhi, Sept 4 (UNI) Following the government’s announcements on GST reform last evening, the Congress today criticised the move, accusing the government of making minor adjustment to a broken system instead of ushering in the long-promised GST 2.0 overhaul. Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh while slamming the reform said that while the latest measures…
New Delhi, Sept 4 (UNI) Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) today in connection with a Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) case related to the online betting app, 1XBet. Dhawan is currently being questioned by a team of senior officials, who are recording his statement in the matter. The…
Washington, Sept 4 (UNI) Pop icon Lady Gaga has announced the postponement of her scheduled performance in Miami, citing vocal strain as the reason for the last-minute change. The announcement came via social media, where the singer expressed heartfelt regret over the decision, telling fans, “I hope you can forgive me.” “I am really so…
