The Goods and Services Tax slabs may be revamped soon, according to media reports. The government is planning to lower GST rates for household items, the reports claim. Gross GST collections reached a record high in fiscal year 2024-25.
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Former NFL star Antonio Brown is making headlines again, this time for filing Chapter 11 bankruptcy despite earning over $100 million during his career. Reports claim Brown has less than $50,000 in assets and owes nearly $3 million. In response, Brown posted a screenshot of a $24 million account, seemingly disputing the claims.
India is bracing for above-normal rainfall in July, with the IMD warning of potential floods in Uttarakhand and Haryana. Central and northern regions are expected to receive heavy showers, while the northeast and parts of the southern peninsula may experience below-normal rainfall. Landslides and infrastructure damage have already been reported in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir, prompting authorities to issue alerts and suspend activities.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old, has ignited excitement in Indian cricket with a stunning 48 off 19 balls in his U19 debut against England. Donning the iconic No. 18 jersey, famously worn by Virat Kohli, Suryavanshi's fearless batting and explosive strokeplay have drawn comparisons and fueled hopes for a promising future. His innings powered India U19 to a six-wicket victory.
A Yakovlev Yak-18T training aircraft crashed in the Kolomna district of Russia's Moscow region on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of all four occupants, including the crew and trainees. The aircraft experienced engine failure during an aerobatic manoeuvre and crashed in a field, igniting upon impact. An investigation has been launched by the Prosecutor's Office into the incident.
The Supreme Court refused to entertain a plea by government doctors challenging their transfer orders from Bengaluru, stating the city's allure isn't grounds to resist relocation. Justices noted no prejudice was caused by the transfers. The doctors contested the Karnataka State Civil Services rules governing medical personnel transfers, arguing inadequate time was given to object to the draft rules.
The BJP has criticized Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's reference to the "high command" amid speculation about a leadership change in Karnataka. Tejasvi Surya likened the high command to a ghost, questioning who it is if not Kharge himself.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received ‘The Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana’ from President John Mahama, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Ghana in over three decades. Modi dedicated the award to the youth of both nations, their shared history, and cultural diversity.
Following India's defeat in the first Test against England, former Australia captain Michael Clarke advocates for Kuldeep Yadav's inclusion in the second Test at Edgbaston. Clarke emphasizes Kuldeep's wicket-taking ability, suggesting India prioritizes bowlers who can secure 20 wickets. Echoing this sentiment, former England batter Nick Knight believes Kuldeep's variations could challenge England's aggressive batting.