The GST Council's decision to lower tax rates on cement and granite is being hailed by the real estate sector as a landmark reform. This move is expected to boost housing affordability and demand during the festive season. Developers anticipate reduced construction costs, faster project delivery, and renewed hope for homebuyers seeking affordable prices.
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Rashid Khan etched his name in T20I history, becoming the highest wicket-taker as Afghanistan defeated UAE by 38 runs. Khan's 3/21 restricted UAE to 150/8, surpassing Tim Southee's record. Afghanistan posted 188/4, fueled by Ibrahim Zadran's 63 and Sediqullah Atal's 54. Despite Muhammad Waseem's 67, UAE faltered. This victory marks Afghanistan's comeback in the tri-series after losing to Pakistan.
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Persistent rains in Uttarakhand's Garhwal hills have escalated landslide risks on the Gangotri and Yamunotri highways, increasing danger zones from 16 to 23. New slide areas have emerged, threatening pilgrims and motorists. Authorities are prioritizing road repairs and protective measures, while bypass routes are proposed to safeguard the strategically important and tourism-dependent region.
Three Punjab ministers are facing criticism after a video surfaced of them discussing luxury cruise experiences in Sweden and Goa while touring flood-affected areas. The ministers, Harbhajan Singh ETO, Laljit Singh Bhullar, and Barinder Kumar Goyal, were purportedly assessing flood damage when the conversation took place.