The government hailed the latest GST rate cuts as a historic step, reducing consumer burden and boosting demand, while sharply criticizing the Congress party for a high-taxation past and failure to build consensus on reforms. Union Minister Piyush Goyal contrasted the current government's actions with the UPA era, highlighting economic growth and dismissing allegations of politically motivated reforms.
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Delhi is on high alert as the Yamuna River is expected to surpass the danger mark, potentially leading to floods. Evacuations are underway in low-lying areas like Yamuna Bazar and Mayur Vihar, with authorities setting up camps and providing food.
A clash erupted in Patna between Bharatiya Janata Party and Congress workers. This followed a protest by the BJP against alleged abuses directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his mother. The abuses reportedly occurred during a rally in Darbhanga. Video evidence circulated, sparking outrage and condemnation from various political figures. Nitish Kumar also criticized the incident.
Heavy rains, floods, and landslides have caused widespread devastation across Jammu and Kashmir, prompting the central government to dispatch an inter-ministerial team to assess the damage. Landslides injured five at a power project in Kishtwar, while breaches in the Jhelum River's embankment led to flooding in Kashmir.
Satellite images reveal intensified construction at Israel's Dimona nuclear facility, sparking debate about its purpose and Israel's nuclear status. Experts suggest the new structure could be a reactor or a nuclear arms assembly site. Israel's nuclear program, established with French assistance in the 1950s, remains unacknowledged, and the nation has not joined the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty.
Prime Minister Modi's China visit after seven years signals a potential reset in relations amidst global trade tensions. Discussions with President Xi Jinping focused on enhancing mutual trust, maintaining border peace, and expanding bilateral trade and investment. Both leaders emphasized strategic autonomy and the need for cooperation on global issues, viewing each other as development partners, not rivals.
Donald Trump has accused India of being the 'most tariffed nation,' claiming a historically one-sided trade relationship favoring India. He stated India offered a 'no tariff' deal, but it's 'getting late.'
Hanspal Traders, a railway coach component manufacturer in Kapurthala, has shifted its operations to fabricate boats for Punjab flood relief. Prompted by calls from across the state and encouraged by an MLA, the company is also sharing its designs to involve other manufacturers. They aim to produce boats manually, focusing on aiding people and transporting essential supplies.
A newborn, bitten by rats in MY Hospital's NICU, has died, sparking outrage and investigations. Hospital officials claim the death was due to the infant's fragile health, not the rat bites. Disciplinary actions have been taken, including suspensions and show-cause notices to staff. An inquiry committee has been formed, and the pest control agency fined.
In a shocking incident in Sonapur Tanda village, Vijay Rathod was arrested for the premeditated murder of his wife, Vidya. He attacked her with a sharp weapon following frequent quarrels fueled by suspicions of infidelity. The police investigation revealed that the victim was also harassed by her mother-in-law and brother-in-law for dowry, leading to charges against them as well.