Road safety has been a critical concern in India, with the government imposing strict fines on commuters for violating traffic rules. However, the question arises- are the roads themselves safe enough for commuters who abide by these rules? Recently, a video went viral on social media, sparking debate on pothole-ridden roads and the fines imposed on citizens.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming magnum opus Love & War is steadily shaping up as one of the most anticipated films of 2026. New updates reveal that Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal are preparing for a 'high-octane fight sequence' in Italy.
The 56th GST Council meeting has brought significant changes to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework, effective 22nd September 2025. To guide taxpayers and businesses, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has released 60 FAQs covering rate changes, compliance rules, input tax credit (ITC), and sector-specific clarifications
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday said the GST Council approvals and reforms will directly benefit farmers, MSMEs, small traders and middle-class families.
Small cars and entry-level bikes are set to get cheaper as the GST Council on Wednesday approved a complete overhaul of the tangled Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime.
Two security personnel were killed and another was injured in a gunfight with members of the banned TSPC, a splinter group of CPI (Maoist), in Jharkhand's Palamu district on Thursday, police said.
SS Rajamouli has already kicked off the shoot of his next magnum opus, SSMB29, in Nairobi, Kenya, featuring Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra Jonas in the lead roles. Latest media reports suggest, Rajamouli recently wrapped a major schedule. To make his shoot exclusive, Rajamouli has adopted high-security measures to prevent leaks from sets.
Under the new rates, several essential items including hair oil, toilet soap, soap bars, shampoos, toothbrushes, toothpaste, bicycles, tableware, kitchenware, and other household articles will now attract a 5% GST.
Officials report that 1,655 villages have been impacted, with over 1.48 lakh hectares of standing crops destroyed. Many farmers have lost livestock
Punjab is facing one of its worst floods in decades, with over 1,400 villages across 23 districts submerged due to heavy monsoon rains and overflowing rivers. In this hour of crisis, Bollywood actor Randeep Hooda stepped up in a remarkable show of solidarity.
Experts say the move could benefit consumers and industries alike, particularly in sectors previously taxed at the 12% and 28% brackets, while maintaining higher taxation for luxury and sin goods under the 40% slab.
Speaking candidly during the UP T20 League, the 35-year-old hinted that selection is no longer in his control, a remark many believe is aimed at the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee.
SS Rajamouli is busy with his most ambitious project yet- SSMB29, starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj Sukumaran. The film recently wrapped a high-octane schedule in Kenya, stirring up international buzz. Meanwhile, Kenyan news outlets suggest the film is planned a two-part project and the budget is also revealed for the project.
The council is reviewing a plan to cut the existing four-rate structure (5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%) to a two-tier system of 5% and 18%, with a special 40% slab reserved for luxury goods such as high-end cars, tobacco, and yachts.
The Ministry of Railways has recently started implementing the fingerprint-recognition attendance system in a phased manner at TTE lobbies across the railway network, aiming to modernise operations and improve accountability.
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