Addressing the SCO Summit in Tianjin, PM Modi urged a united global front against terrorism, emphasizing that no double standards are acceptable. He highlighted India's experience with terrorism and the need for consistent opposition to it.
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The government anticipates businesses will pass on the benefits of lower GST rates to consumers. The CBIC will engage with industry to ensure compliance, with indications suggesting a positive response. While the anti-profiteering agency is disbanded, the provision remains, and guidance will be issued for goods already in stock, allowing businesses to claim credit for the reduced tax.
Despite escalating trade tensions, a top US official expressed optimism about the future of US-India relations. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent highlighted the strong bond between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi. While dismissing the possibility of the rupee becoming a global reserve currency, India has initiated export promotion programs in 40 key markets.
Tesla investor Dan Ives praises Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang. Ives addresses geopolitical risks between the US and China. Nvidia aims to sell Blackwell chips in China. The company is willing to meet US government terms. Ives is optimistic about Nvidia's future. He predicts Nvidia's market value could reach $5 trillion by early 2026. He now favors Nvidia over Palantir stock.
Ex-US President, Joe Biden, was recently spotted with a visible mark on his head. Reports confirm that the 82-year-old underwent Mohs surgery for skin cancer treatment. Biden was seen leaving a church in Rehoboth Beach with a bandage. Earlier, he was seen wearing a cap to conceal the wound. In May, aides disclosed Biden's diagnosis of Stage 4 prostate cancer. Biden shared a message about strength in difficult times.
The government is closely monitoring price changes following GST reductions on nearly 400 items, expecting industries to pass on benefits to consumers starting September 22. Indirect tax authorities are collecting current prices for comparison, and NDA MPs are tasked with ensuring companies don't pocket the gains.
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