The GST Council has approved a new 40% tax slab for sin and luxury goods, set to replace the existing cess. While the implementation date is pending, 5% and 18% slabs take effect from September 22. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the move, highlighting reduced tax burdens for the common person.
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A US court has ruled against Donald Trump's global tariffs. The court stated that the President lacked the authority to impose such duties. This decision invalidates tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico. Cabinet secretaries had warned of diplomatic consequences. They urged the court to delay its ruling. The administration may appeal to the Supreme Court.
Following a deadly landslide near the Vaishno Devi shrine that claimed 34 lives, former CM Omar Abdullah questioned why the pilgrimage wasn't halted despite weather warnings. Record rainfall caused widespread flooding and infrastructure damage across Jammu and Kashmir, prompting evacuations and disrupted communication. LG Manoj Sinha reviewed relief efforts, announcing compensation for victims and ordering essential services restoration.
Balvinder Singh Sandhu defends Jasprit Bumrah's workload management amid criticism, highlighting the physical demands of fast bowling and the double standards faced by bowlers compared to batsmen. Sandhu reveals statistics showing Bumrah's minimal rest periods over the past seven years. Mohammed Kaif also supports Bumrah's T20I comeback, despite fitness concerns raised during the England series.
Amid strengthening ties between India and Russia, Moscow is exploring potential investments to manufacture its Sukhoi Su-57 fifth-generation fighter jets in India. This development occurs as India seeks advanced air defense systems from Russia and navigates trade tensions with the United States, who is also offering its F-35 fighter jets.
The Supreme Court has provided journalist Abhisar Sharma with four weeks of protection from arrest regarding an FIR filed by Assam Police. The case stems from a video criticizing the Assam government's alleged communal politics and land allocation for a cement factory.
A cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district triggered flash floods, disrupting normal life and closing the Jammu-Srinagar highway. Heavy rainfall caused landslides at multiple locations, halting traffic and damaging homes in Kishtwar, Doda, and Rajouri. Rivers are overflowing, and authorities have issued warnings for continued rainfall and potential hazards.
Mitchell Starc has retired from T20 Internationals to prioritize Test and ODI cricket, finishing as Australia's second-highest T20I wicket-taker. He aims to stay fresh for upcoming Indian Test tour, Ashes, and 2027 ODI World Cup. Australia named their squad for the T20 series against New Zealand, with Ben Dwarshuis joining the pace attack.
Starting August 1, 2025, the U.S. will no longer allow third-party passport collection. Applicants must collect their passports in person, with parental collection required for those under 18 with a consent letter. Alternatively, applicants can opt for home delivery at a cost of Rs 1,200 per applicant, ensuring enhanced security.
Former Scale AI employee, Eugene Ling, apologizes to his new team at Mercor as Scale AI sues him for allegedly stealing confidential documents. The lawsuit claims Ling took over 100 documents containing customer strategies and attempted to poach a major client. Ling denies nefarious intent, stating he was instructed not to delete the files when he offered.