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New Delhi: In a major revelations , Indian National Congress (INC) on Sunday levelled serious allegations against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and his wife Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, claiming his wife possesses foreign passports and has business interests abroad. Addressing a press conference in the national capital, AICC chief spokesperson Pawan Khera alleged that Riniki Bhuyan Sarma holds "three livings passports" issued by the United Arab Emirates, Antigua and Barbuda, and the Arab Rep ...Read More >
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections closed FY2025-26 on a steady note, with March revenues crossing the ₹2 lakh crore mark, underscoring resilient consumption, strong import activity, and improving compliance even amid global economic uncertainty. Official data show gross GST collections for March 2026 at ₹2,00,064 crore (about $24 billion), marking an 8.8% year-on-year increase from ₹1,83,845 crore a year earlier. Net collections for the month rose 8.2% to ₹1,77,990 crore ($21.4 b ...Read More >
Chennai: India is set to hold the Presidency of the 18th BRICS summit to be held in New Delhi in 2026. The dates are yet to be announced. The theme of the India summit is "Building Resilience and Innovation for Cooperation and Sustainability." Commenting on the upcoming BRICS summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Under India's BRICS presidency, we will work to define BRICS in a new form. BRICS will mean Building Resilience and Innovation for Cooperation and Sustainability." Brazil, Russi ...Read More >
- Bihar politics witnessed a dramatic turn on Tuesday as Jan Suraj Party president Uday Singh wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, demanding immediate action against Deputy Chief Minister and BJP leader Samrat Choudhary over his alleged role in the Launa Parsa massacre case. In his letter, Uday Singh alleged that Choudhary presented false documents to prove himself a minor during the Launa Parsa massacre of 1995, in which six members of the Kushwaha community were killed. According to Singh, ...Read More >
The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) on Tuesday warned of heightened risks of waterlogging, traffic disruption, and localised landslides as heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected across several districts, including Greater Guwahati, over the next 2-3 days. Emergency response teams have been placed on high alert, with authorities urging citizens to remain cautious. The advisory follows recent incidents of landslides and water blockages caused by continuous downpours. Resident ...Read More >
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue grew 6.5% year-on-year to ₹1.86 lakh crore in August 2025, marking the eighth consecutive month above the ₹1.8 lakh crore threshold. The sustained momentum highlights resilient domestic consumption and steady economic activity despite global challenges. GST has become a key pillar of India's fiscal base, with collections rising from ₹11.37 lakh crore in FY21 to a record ₹22.08 lakh crore in FY25. The average monthly collection in FY25 was ₹1.84 lakh ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday, August 25, 2025. (Photo: IANS/Qamar Sibtain) India and Fiji have reiterated zero tolerance towards terrorism by rejecting double standards on it. During the bilateral talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of Fiji Sitiveni Rabuka in New Delhi, both leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation against terrorism and condemned terrorism in all its forms and ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: The depression over northwest and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal and north Andhra Pradesh - south Odisha coasts moved north-north-westwards and crossed South Odisha coast close to Gopalpur during early morning of Tuesday and lay cantered over south coastal Odisha. Weatherman said it was likely to move north-westwards across south Odisha and south Chhattisgarh and weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area during next few hours. Under its influence, thunderstorms accompani ...Read More >
- India's economic growth momentum remains strong and resilient, even in the face of rising US tariffs, according to S&P Global Ratings. In a major vote of confidence, the global rating agency upgraded India's long-term sovereign credit rating from 'BBB-' to 'BBB' with a stable outlook -- marking the country's first upgrade in 18 years. S&P attributed the upgrade to strong domestic demand, fiscal consolidation, and accommodative monetary policy. It forecast India's economy to grow at an average ...Read More >
India's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Dr. Suhel Khan, who is also accredited to Yemen, met with Dr. Rashad al-Alimi, Chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council (PLC). Accompanied by Deputy Chief of Mission Shri Abu Mathen and First Secretary Shri Rishi Tripathi, Ambassador Khan discussed bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest, emphasizing India's ongoing engagement with Yemen despite the country's persistent challenges. Ambassador Khan stated, "We share an age-old relationship ...Read More >
In Bihar, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav has come under scrutiny after allegations surfaced regarding possession of two voter ID cards. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has formally asked him to submit the original voter ID and relevant details for investigation. The controversy began when Yadav, during a recent press conference, displayed an EPIC (Electors Photo Identity Card) and claimed that his name had been removed from the draft voter list. However, Patna's ...Read More >
Srinagar, Aug 3 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday expressed condolences on the untimely demise of daughter of Udhampur SSP Amod Nagpure Ashok. Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) chief Ghulam Nabi Azad also condoled the death, saying "there can be no greater pain for a parent than losing a child". In a message, LG Sinha said, "Shocked and heartbroken by the tragic news of the passing of the daughter of SSP Udhampur Shri Amod ...Read More >
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has unveiled the State Sports Policy during the first edition of the Telangana Sports Conclave held in Hyderabad last evening. The policy outlines a comprehensive vision for sports development across the state and will focus on strengthening governance, expanding infrastructure, creating career pathways and nurturing a vibrant sports ecosystem. Speaking on the occasion, Mr Reddy said the Telangana Sports policy is not just a piece of paper but a valuabl ...Read More >
Chennai, August 1: Actor, music director and producer G V Prakash Kumar, who has won the National Award for Best Music Direction (Songs) for the Tamil, Telugu bilingual film Vaathi, has called the honour "a blessing for the second time". Taking to his X timeline soon after the 71st National Awards were announced, G V Prakash expressed his gratitude to the jury and the selection committee of the National Awards and the entire team of Vaathi. G V Prakash wrote, "A blessing for the second time. I' ...Read More >
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue data for July 2025 may appear stable on the surface, but a closer look reveals troubling undercurrents that demand urgent policy attention. While gross GST collections rose 7.5% year-on-year to ₹1,95,735 crore, this growth is disproportionately fueled by imports, masking a worrying stagnation in domestic consumption and exposing structural inefficiencies in the tax system. The 7.5% overall rise is largely driven by a 9.7% increase in GST revenue from ...Read More >
Lucknow, Jul 17 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh's capital city has secured the third position in the category of urban spaces with population exceeding 10 lakh, while Prayagraj was adjudged the Cleanest Ganga City in the ninth edition of the Swachh Survekshan. Lucknow also became the first city in the state to achieve a 7-star Garbage Free City rating in the 2024-25 survey. Gorakhpur achieved double success, ranking third in the Safai Mitra Surakshit Sheher category and fourth among cities with a population ...Read More >
The Indian electric vehicle (EV) market is on the cusp of an explosion, with global titans and domestic champions vying for dominance in a landscape rapidly shifting towards sustainable mobility. While Tesla's long-awaited official entry has generated significant buzz, its premium pricing strategy sets the stage for an intense battle against established players like BYD India, and homegrown stalwarts such as Tata Motors and Mahindra. Tesla, the undisputed global EV pioneer, has finally inaugura ...Read More >
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Yadav is undertaking a foreign visit to Dubai and Spain from July 13 to 19 with the aim of attracting global investors to Madhya Pradesh. The visit is part of the state government's ongoing international outreach to promote Madhya Pradesh as a top destination for foreign direct investment across key sectors. During the visit, Dr. Yadav will engage with business leaders and investors in both countries, showcasing the state's industry-friendly environment and hig ...Read More >
AMN New Delhi, June 6 -- Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, today launched the UMEED Central Portal in New Delhi to streamline the management of Waqf properties across India. Minister of State for Minority Affairs George Kurian was also present at the launch. Describing it as a historic development, Rijiju said the portal would usher in a new era in the administration of Waqf assets and directly benefit ordinary citizens, especially women and children ...Read More >
-- Benchmark Indian equity indices extended their winning streak on Thursday, mirroring upbeat global sentiment and broad-based buying across sectors. The BSE Sensex climbed 444 points (0.55%) to close at a fresh high of 81,442, while the Nifty 50 advanced 131 points (0.53%) to settle at 24,751, supported by gains in banking, energy, and realty stocks. The rally was also in sync with gains in major Asian markets, as investor confidence was buoyed by hopes of a softer interest rate stance by glo ...Read More >
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