The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has approved a major overhaul of India's GST system, effective September 22, 2025. This comprehensive revamp introduces significant changes, impacting everything from household essentials and food items to vehicles and healthcare products. The council has streamlined the tax slabs by reducing the existing four-tier system to just two primary slabs 5% and 18% and introduced a 40% slab for select luxury and harmful it

A remarkable celestial event is set to unfold on the night of September 7-8, 2025. The total lunar eclipse, commonly known as the "Blood Moon," will provide an awe-inspiring display for skywatchers across the globe. As Earth positions itself perfectly between the Sun and the Moon, it will cast its shadow on the lunar surface, creating a striking reddish-orange glow that has fascinated observers for centuries. This type of lunar eclipse, known for its e

In a move that mirrors Netflix’s crackdown on password sharing, YouTube has begun enforcing stricter rules for its Premium Family plan. The video-sharing platform is now requiring all members to reside in the same household as the account holder, as it seeks to reduce revenue loss caused by users sharing their login credentials with people outside their immediate family. YouTube Premium Family, which offers ad

Punjab is grappling with its worst floods since 1988, with the devastating effects of swollen rivers causing massive destruction across the state. As of today, 37 lives have been lost, and all 23 districts of Punjab have been affected by the floodwaters, which have been exacerbated by heavy rainfall in the catchment areas of the Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi rivers in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. The floods have

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has approved a series of new measures aimed at easing the compliance burden for businesses in India, with a focus on reducing the registration time for MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) and start-ups. Sources confirmed to that the new policy will reduce the MSME registration time from 30 days to just three days, streamlining the process significantly. In addition, a proposal for automated GST refunds for

Russia is offering India bigger oil discounts, with the price of its Ural grade oil dropping to a discount of $3 to $4 per barrel, as reported by Bloomberg. The price reduction applies to cargoes expected to load in late September and October, reflecting Moscow’s efforts to maintain its oil trade with India amid rising tensions with the US. India has become a significant importer of Russian crude oil, especiall

US President Donald Trump has once again turned his attention toward India, accusing New Delhi of exploiting the United States through what he described as a “one-sided disaster” in trade relations. His remarks come as Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China, where he is seen engaging with leaders such as Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin in a show of strategic camaraderie. Trump, writing on his social platform, argued that

Global music sensation Jackson Wang is set to take the world by storm with his highly anticipated Magic Man 2 World Tour. The tour kicked off with a bang in Bangkok, where two consecutive nights of concerts on October 3-4, 2025, sold out within hours of ticket release. This marks the beginning of a massive tour that promises to showcase his latest album, Magic Man 2, which dropped in July 2025 and debuted at No. 13 on the Billboard 200—

At the prestigious Semicon India 2025 conference, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was presented with India's first indigenously developed 32-bit microprocessor – the Vikram-32 chip. This groundbreaking achievement, showcased by Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, marks a monumental step in India's journey towards semiconductor self-reliance. Developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation&rsq

The 21st edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas, the annual joint military drill between the Indian Army and the United States Army, commenced on September 1 at Fort Wainwright in Alaska. The two-week exercise will run until September 14, bringing together soldiers from both nations to sharpen interoperability, strengthen defence cooperation, and enhance preparedness in multi-domain operations. An Indian Army contingent, drawn from the Madras Regiment, arrived in Alaska to join American tr

United States President Donald Trump launched a fresh attack on India’s trade policies, describing India–US trade ties as a “one-sided disaster.” His comments came on September 1, against the backdrop of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Tianjin, China, where Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping were seen engaging with each other on the sidelines. Trump’s remarks highlighted his conti

  Skywatchers across the globe are eagerly preparing for a rare celestial spectacle on the night of September 7–8, 2025, when a total lunar eclipse will transform the Moon into a glowing copper-red orb, famously known as the Blood Moon. The event will last for approximately 82 minutes, marking the second and final total lunar eclipse of the year. Nearly 77 percent of the world’s population will be able to witness the eclipse, making it one of the most widely visible

Australia witnessed widespread anti-immigration rallies on Sunday, August 31, with demonstrators in major cities targeting the country’s rising Indian population. The protests, under the banner of March for Australia, were held across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, and Canberra, drawing thousands of participants. The Australian government strongly denounced the rallies, linking them to neo-Nazi groups and far-right extremism, warning that s

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to China entered its second day with a major highlight being his bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The meeting followed the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) leaders’ summit held in Tianjin, which brought together more than 20 heads of state and representatives from 10 major international organisations. In a symbolic gesture underscoring the warmth between the two nations, Modi and Putin chose to travel together in the

A wedding in Los Angeles turned into an unforgettable spectacle when global pop sensation Justin Bieber made a surprise appearance, leaving both the bride and guests in shock and excitement. The event, which was already special for the couple, instantly became a viral moment after videos and photos of the singer’s unexpected arrival spread rapidly across social media. The bride, dressed in a gorgeous green saree with traditional gold jewelry and kaleeras,

United States President Donald Trump’s trade adviser Peter Navarro has reignited controversy with remarks defending the administration’s decision to impose a 50 percent tariff on Indian imports. Navarro, who has been one of the chief architects of Trump’s protectionist trade policies, sparked outrage by linking his defense of tariffs to caste-based criticism of India’s elite while simultaneously accusing New Delhi of aiding Moscow in its

Former United States President Donald Trump issued a stark warning on Sunday, August 31, declaring that America would be completely destroyed without the tariffs he imposed during his time in office. His comments came only days after a federal appeals court ruled that the majority of those tariffs were unlawful, sparking yet another political and legal clash over one of the central elements of his economic policy. Writing on TruthSocial, Trump insisted that wit

In a significant success for security forces, one of the most wanted terrorists operating from across the border was killed last week in Jammu and Kashmir’s Gurez sector during an infiltration attempt. The slain militant has been identified as Bagu Khan, a notorious figure who had eluded capture for decades. Widely known by his aliases “Samundar Chacha” and “Human GPS,” Khan had become a symbol of Pakistan-based infiltration operati

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a significant telephone conversation with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday, marking a key moment in international diplomacy. The discussion centered on the ongoing situation between Ukraine and Russia, as well as recent developments in the war. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) confirmed the call, providing a brief statement highlighting the content of the exchange. This call came just a day before M

The Tokyo Skytree, the tallest tower in Japan and one of the most iconic landmarks of the country, was illuminated in the colours of the Indian national flag to mark the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Tokyo on Friday, August 29. The tricolour lighting served as a symbolic gesture reflecting the warmth of the relationship between India and Japan. Modi is in Japan for a two-day visit to participate in the 15th Annual India-Japan Summit, which was hosted