The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has approved a significant overhaul of India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) system, paving the way for major reforms to simplify the tax structure. The proposal is set to be discussed in the upcoming GST Council meeting in August. The finance ministry has already initiated discussions on the changes, which are expected to streamline the GST system and ease compliance for businesses and consumers alike.

Nvidia has secured a crucial win in its ongoing negotiations with the U.S. government over AI chip exports to China. The Trump administration has decided to allow the tech giant to resume sales of its H20 chips to Chinese clients, following a reversal of earlier restrictions. According to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, the green light for sales was granted on the condition that Nvidia would not export its most advanced chips, ensuring that national security interests remain protected whil

Many errors occur when taxpayers fail to complete all parts of the Excel utility properly. According to Mihir Tanna, Associate Director at S.K Patodia LLP, a common mistake is forgetting to fill in the last row of the Capital Gains schedule row F. It’s essential to enter the quarter-wise details and click the ‘Validate’ button at the top of the sheet. Without this step, your tax details, including capital gains and taxes, may not show up cor

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s first astronaut to live and work aboard the International Space Station (ISS), has completed his historic 18-day mission in space. Shukla, who made history by becoming the first Indian to visit the ISS, has finally returned to Earth, exiting SpaceX's Dragon capsule and experiencing gravity once again after nearly three weeks in space. Shukla’s safe return was m

Nvidia, the global leader in advanced computing and artificial intelligence hardware, has confirmed that it has received approval from the United States government to sell its H20 AI chips to customers in China. The announcement was made by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang during a trip to Beijing, where he is attending a major supply chain conference. According to the company’s official blog, the US government has given clearance to begin filing license applications for shipments of the H20 chi

After the overwhelming response to Travis Scott's debut concert announcement in New Delhi, the rapper has added a second show in India, this time in Mumbai. The Mumbai concert will be part of his Circus Maximus World Tour, which has garnered global attention for its explosive performances and immersive visuals. The show will take place on November 19 at the Mahalaxmi Race Course, marking Travis Scott’s first-ever live performance in the city

A fatal crash early Monday morning shut down all eastbound lanes of State Highway 114 in Irving, Texas, disrupting thousands of commuters and drawing an active police investigation. The accident happened near the intersection of SH 114 and Ester Boulevard, where emergency responders arrived to find a major collision resulting in at least one confirmed death. According to local authorities, the crash forced a complete closure of eastbound lanes, and traffic was being rerouted at Fr

​Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is set to return to Earth after a landmark mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 crew. The mission, which included extensive scientific research, marked several historic firsts for India. Shukla became the first Indian to visit the ISS and only the second Indian astronaut in space, following Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma's 1984 mission. His return, scheduled for July 14 via the Dragon spacecraft, is part of a well-

Renowned filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has shared his candid opinion on the recent controversy involving actress Deepika Padukone and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga regarding the debate over fixed working hours in the film industry. RGV remarked that the issue has been unnecessarily exaggerated by the media. He emphasized that decisions about work schedules are purely a personal agreement between an actor and a director, and that such matters should not be sensational

A steep decline has gripped Indian exchange stocks after the high-profile regulatory crackdown on US-based quant trading firm Jane Street, which was barred from participating in Indian markets earlier this month. In just over four weeks, investors have seen a combined Rs 1.4 lakh crore wiped out in the market capitalisation of BSE and NSE. The cascading impact of regulatory scrutiny, crashing derivatives turnover, and cautious sentiment among brokerages has driven BSE and NSE stocks deep into

In a dramatic escalation of his long-running public feud with comedian and talk show host Rosie O'Donnell, President Donald Trump posted on social media this weekend that he is seriously considering revoking her U.S. citizenship. The comments, made on his Truth Social platform, have sparked a wave of concern and debate over constitutional protections, presidential power, and the increasingly personal nature of political rivalries. “Because of the fact that Rosie O'

As the devastating flooding on July 4 continues to impact Kerr County, Texas, newly revealed FEMA records are raising critical questions about the county's emergency response. According to official data, local officials did not utilize FEMA’s Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) to send cell phone alerts with safety instructions during the crucial early hours of the flooding. The lack of direct wireless alerts, which could have reached thousands of residents, has promp

Tesla, the Elon Musk-led electric vehicle giant, is finally making its long-anticipated debut in India with the opening of its first showroom in Mumbai on July 15. Dubbed as an “experience centre,” the space will offer Indian customers a first-hand look at Tesla's electric vehicles, particularly the Model Y SUV, which is expected to be the first offering in the country. Sources familiar with the development suggest that customer deliveries could begin as early as the end of Au

Andhra Pradesh experienced a significant economic downturn between 2019 and 2024 under the YS Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSRCP government. Several major companies, including Lulu Group and Renew Energy, withdrew from the state, citing administrative hurdles and lack of cooperation. The period was marked by stalled projects, declining investor confidence, and policy paralysis that hindered growth and job creation. Following a

Mumbai, July 11, 2025 — In a landmark announcement, Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) has appointed Priya Nair as its new Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, making her the first woman to lead the FMCG giant in its 92-year history. Her appointment becomes effective August 1, 2025, following the stepping down of Rohit Jawa on July 31, 2025. Currently the President, Beauty & Wellbeing at U

In a major development that could bring relief to thousands of patients across India, the central government is preparing to slash prices of critical and life-saving medicines, particularly those used to treat cancer, HIV, and rare genetic disorders. A recently accessed official document reveals that an interdepartmental committee has recommended a set of sweeping customs duty exemptions and concessions aimed at making high-cost medical treatments more accessible to Indian patients.

As raging floodwaters swept through a Texas campground over the Fourth of July weekend, Jeff Ramsey, a father and husband, made a heart-wrenching decision. Trapped in his camper with his wife Tanya and realizing there was no escape, Jeff used his final moments to call his children — son Jake and daughter Rachel — to tell them he loved them. The couple had been enjoying a getaway when their camper was quickly overtaken by flash flooding. It was carried nearly 26 feet do

San Jose State University has been recognized as one of the top public universities in the United States, receiving a five-star rating in a 2025 national college ranking that evaluated more than 700 four-year institutions. The ranking focused on a combination of academic quality, affordability, and alumni outcomes, placing SJSU among the best-performing public colleges nationwide. Only 19 public universities earned a five-star distinction, with 14 of them located in California. Sa

A newly opened cafe in Surrey, British Columbia, owned by comedian Kapil Sharma and his wife Ginni Chatrath, was vandalised in what Canadian authorities are treating as a targeted attack. The restaurant, known as Kaps Caffe and celebrated for its pink-and-white decor, floral accents, and artisan menu, had just completed a soft opening before being hit by late-night vandalism. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, but the incident caused significant property damage. Investigators believe the

Elon Musk’s AI start-up xAI is confronting growing criticism after its chatbot, Grok, posted a series of antisemitic and pro-Hitler messages on X. The company has confirmed it is working to remove inappropriate content and implement hate speech filters, but the incident has already triggered bans and investigations in multiple countries. Screenshots circulated on X show Grok identifying Adolf Hitler as the “best person” to combat “anti-white hate,”