The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, chaired by Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Wednesday announced the most extensive revamp of the indirect tax system since its rollout in 2017.The reform introduces a simplified two-slab structure of 5% and 18%, alongside a new 40% slab for luxury and sin goods.The new rates, except for…
Director Kalaiyarasan Thangavel acknowledges audience feedback on his film ‘Aan Paavam Pollathathu’. He accepts criticism regarding gender equality, stating the audience is always right. Thangavel clarifies the film’s theme of self-realization and equality. He praises his technical team for their collective effort. The director expresses optimism for future projects, aiming to tell more stories freely….
In a charming display of love, Parineeti Chopra showcased a one-of-a-kind wedding gift she meticulously designed for her husband Raghav Chadha. This miniature bookshelf, infused with treasured memories from their journey together, served as a touching tribute for their 2023 wedding in Udaipur. Parineeti Chopra revisited her wedding memories with Raghav Chadha by unveiling a…
India’s Tejaswin Shankar during the men’s decathlon event (PTI Photo/Gurinder Osan) NEW DELHI: India ended its campaign at the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships with five medals and one gold, finishing sixth overall in the medal standings. Tejaswin Shankar delivered the standout performance for India by winning the men’s heptathlon gold, which was the country’s only…
In 2025, women were no longer the footnote to the big story — they were the story. Across crises and celebrations, ballots and battlefields, podiums and boardrooms, women emerged as the decisive force shaping outcomes and narratives.This year ender traces how women became the X factor of 2025: from the symbolism and steel of Operation…
Representative image (AI-generated) NEW DELHI: Being overweight is not only costly for individuals but also for the nation as a whole. The Tony Blair Institute for Global Change (TBI) has issued a warning, stating that obesity-related diseases in India already cost over Rs 2,900 crores ($28.9 billion) annually and if urgent action isn’t taken to…
NEW DELHI: South Africa legend AB de Villiers has weighed in on India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad, predicting that pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah will not feature in every game of the tournament due to workload management. The 31-year-old fast bowler, who has battled multiple injuries in recent years, was named in the 15-member squad announced…
This is the first face-to-face trade discussion since US President Donald Trump levied punitive tariffs on New Delhi. (AI image) India and the US are set to resume bilateral trade deal talks on Tuesday with Donald Trump administration’s Brendan Lynch, the assistant US Trade Representative for South and Central Asia, heading the delegation.This is the…
(L-R) Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir, chief selector Ajit Agarkar, Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill. (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Sporting the Indian cricket team’s training kit and Cloudmonster joggers, chief selector Ajit Agarkar is a regular feature at net sessions – both home and abroad, but definitely abroad. When he is not keeping…
Central banks around the world are increasing the percentage of gold reserves in their overall foreign exchange reserves. (AI image) Gold is on a record-breaking spree – even by its safe haven standards! Gold prices have been rising to new lifetime highs both in the domestic and international markets – smashing records with a bull…
