Latest Income Tax Slabs FY 2025-26 after Budget 2025: In the new tax regime for FY 2025-26, individuals earning up to Rs 12 lakh are exempt from paying income tax. A standard deduction of Rs 75,000 for salaried individuals raises this exemption limit to Rs 12.75 lakh. Additionally, reduced tax rates and marginal relief aid those earning slightly above Rs 12 lakh, ensuring lower tax liabilities.
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The Supreme Court ruled that the Centre cannot impose service tax on the sale of lotteries, a state subject under List II. It upheld Sikkim High Court's decision that lottery activities fall under 'betting and gambling'. The court found no merit in the Centre's appeal, emphasizing that no service was rendered between lottery ticket purchasers and state governments.
A study from Imperial College London examined over 26,000 UK Biobank participants, revealing that night owls have higher cognitive scores compared to morning larks. The research, published in BMJ Public Health, indicates that optimal brain function is achieved with 7-9 hours of sleep. Insomnia did not significantly affect cognitive scores, but improper sleep duration could damage brain performance.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old Rajasthan Royals' debutant, captivated the IPL with a rapid 34 off 20 balls, including two impressive sixes. Despite a promising start, his innings ended with a stumping, leading to visible emotion as he departed the field. His performance, however, has marked him as a player to watch for the future.
Seattle police chief Sue Rahr fired officer Kevin Dave after he violated multiple department policies leading to the accident that killed Jaahnavi Kandula, a student from Andhra Pradesh. The incident, which occurred in January 2023, gained attention due to body cam footage and insensitive comments from another officer, Daniel Auderer.
The Madras high court has set up an all-women Special Investigation Team to investigate the Anna University sexual assault case. The court also ordered Rs 25 lakh compensation for the victim. Anna University must provide free education and boarding to the victim. The Tamil Nadu government might take action against the Chennai Commissioner of Police.
A joint operation by the BSF and Punjab Police near Amritsar resulted in the seizure of six pistols and 14 magazines from a field near the India-Pakistan border. Separately, in Tarn Taran, two alleged shooters linked to the Satta Naushera gang were injured in an encounter with police, leading to the recovery of Pakistan-made pistols.
Bangladesh’s security forces have arrested 1,308 individuals in a crackdown to curb violence and vandalism. The operation began after student activists were injured during an attack on an Awami League leader's residence. Authorities, including former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia’s party, have urged to restore order amidst the unrest and escalated tensions.
Air India, now under Tata Group, continues to face issues with clogged toilets caused by passengers flushing inappropriate items. Engineers noted the old aircrafts’ ducts are increasingly susceptible to blockages, leading to disrupted flights. Most foreign airlines experience this problem rarely, highlighting different passenger behavior aboard Indian carriers. Crew suggests educating passengers and improving onboard waste management systems.
Under Sharia law, the only way to stop the execution now is securing a pardon from the victim’s family. Nimisha Priya’s family and supporters have paid ‘diyah’, or blood money, to the victim’s family and negotiations are on.