In a recent interview, Congress general secretary Sachin Pilot expressed strong support for Rahul Gandhi as a future leader for India. He emphasized that the entire opposition will unite behind Gandhi in the next Lok Sabha elections, criticizing the current BJP-led government for its failures. Pilot noted Gandhi’s effective role as the Leader of Opposition, ...
 "A crucial GoM formed to reshape GST luxury taxes as compensation cess nears its end, sparking intense debate ahead.")
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has established a 10-member Group of Ministers (GoM) to evaluate the taxation of luxury and sin goods, set to conclude once the compensation cess ends in March 2026. Chaired by Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, the GoM will propose whether to maintain the cess or replace ...
 "The shift from VAT to GST ignites fierce debate over inter-state revenue disparities, dramatically reshaping fiscal landscapes across states.")
The shift from value-added tax (VAT) to goods and services tax (GST) has sparked discussions about how different states perform in terms of revenue. Under the previous tax system, states earned revenue from inter-state transactions based on where goods were produced. With GST, however, taxes are collected based on where goods are consumed. This change ...
The Madras High Court has postponed a hearing regarding a case involving IPS officer Pa Moorthy, who is seeking a rounding up of his 59.91% marks in his Masters in Law to 60%, allowing him to qualify for a first-class degree. The First Division Bench, led by Acting Chief Justice D. Krishnakumar, delayed the proceedings ...
The Tamil Nadu government is set to honor British archaeologist John Marshall by installing a life-size statue in recognition of the 100th anniversary of the discovery of the Indus Valley Civilization. Chief Minister MK Stalin announced this, praising Marshall’s contributions during his time as the director-general of the Archaeological Survey of India from 1902 to ...
Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has expressed his pride in the state’s economic growth from 2000 to 2024, as detailed in a recent report by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister. Patnaik, who led the state during this time, attributes Odisha’s success to inclusive policies and careful economic management. The report highlights ...
 "A pivotal report on ‘One Nation, One Election’ sparks debate as India contemplates synchronized polls amid constitutional challenges.")
The Union Cabinet has recently approved the ‘One Nation, One Election’ proposal, allowing simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies. This significant initiative, reported on September 18, aims to streamline the electoral process in India. A report by a committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind highlighted the need for adjusting current ...
In Panchkula, IPS officer Anup Sahu has been appointed as the police observer for the upcoming Haryana elections. His first action involved inspecting sensitive polling booths in areas such as Pinjore, Kalka, and Raipur Rani, where he evaluated security measures with local police. Sahu emphasized the importance of police vigilance to ensure peaceful elections, urging ...
 "Elon Musk’s controversial comments follow a second assassination attempt on Trump, igniting outrage and debate over political violence.")
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and a known supporter of Donald Trump, made headlines recently after reacting to another assassination attempt on the former president. Musk questioned on social media why there appears to be no threats against President Joe Biden or Vice President Kamala Harris, a comment that sparked significant backlash online. The ...
On September 15, 2024, Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu criticized Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi during the flagging-off ceremony of the Vande Bharat Express train in Bhagalpur, Bihar. Bittu accused Gandhi of being supported by separatists and labeled him as “the number one terrorist” due to his negative comments about the Sikh community in India made ...
