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September 5, 2025 12:34 PM

IMD forecast: Light rain in Delhi-NCR, red alert issued for Gujarat

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday predicted a generally cloudy sky with one or two spells of very light to light rain or thundershowers for Delhi-NCR. The maximum temperature is likely to hover between 32–34 degrees Celsius, while...

September 4, 2025 11:00 PM

Teachers are nation-builders, urged to inspire youth: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed the National Awardee Teachers in New Delhi, lauding their role in nation-building and emphasizing the pivotal impact of educators in shaping India’s future. Calling teachers a “powerful force in...

September 4, 2025 7:55 PM

GST Reforms: Generous, Simplified, and Timed Well

The Narendra Modi Government is in a hurry, and for all the good reasons. An income tax cut for all those earning up to Rs. 12 Lakh per annum and rejigging the GST slabs in the same calendar year are signs of intent and commitment. The Modi Governme...

September 4, 2025 7:46 PM

Sweet or salted, popcorn now under single 5% GST slab

The GST Council has ruled that all varieties of popcorn will now attract a uniform 5% GST under the new regime. The decision ends years of confusion over how popcorn should be taxed. Earlier, loose salted popcorn was charged 5% GST, packaged or bran...

September 4, 2025 6:38 PM

GST rationalization brings most dairy products to nil or 5% rate

In a move to support India’s dairy sector, the 56th GST Council on Wednesday approved a rationalization of GST rates on milk and milk products. Under the new structure, which will take effect from September 22, most dairy items are now either exemp...

Last updated on: 27th September 2026

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