Investors suffered a significant loss of Rs 7.68 lakh crore after a four-day market decline caused by foreign fund withdrawals and tariff war concerns. The Sensex dropped 1.61%, with various sectors, including metal and realty, witnessing substantial losses.
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RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale states the Sangh's opposition to reclaiming thousands of mosques allegedly built on demolished temples. He underscores the potential societal hostility and urgency of other priorities like eliminating untouchability. The Sangh emphasizes focusing on instilling values and cultural preservation rather than pursuing past disputes.
The tenure for filing updated tax returns has been extended from two to four years, allowing taxpayers more time to correct discrepancies. However, steep additional taxes of up to 70% apply for delayed filings. The updated returns cannot be used to claim missed tax benefits or adjust losses. Nearly 90 lakh taxpayers have already utilized this facility.
The whereabouts of four trapped workers in the Telangana tunnel have been located as rescue operations entered the 8th day, state minister Krishna Rao stated. Over 500 rescuers and various teams are engaged in the effort to rescue eight individuals following a tunnel section collapse.
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The Nationalist Congress Party criticized Ranveer Allahbadia for his inappropriate remark on India's Got Latent but warned against disproportionate outrage leading to stricter government control over digital creators. Allahbadia apologized, and a formal complaint was lodged, calling for increased accountability while avoiding misuse for censorship.