 "Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces key GST reforms, including a GoM to reduce insurance taxes and lower rates on cancer drugs.")
During the 54th GST Council meeting, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the formation of a Group of Ministers (GoM) to evaluate the GST rates for life and health insurance. This GoM will be led by Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and is expected to submit its report by the end of October 2024. ...
 "The GST Council meeting, chaired by Nirmala Sitharaman, tackles crucial tax issues, including health insurance exemptions and online gaming regulations.")
The GST Council, led by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, is set to address key issues, including the taxation of insurance premiums and online gaming fees. A major focus will be whether to reduce the current 18 percent GST on health insurance or exempt senior citizens from this tax. The council’s discussions will also cover revenue ...
 "Apple is set to unveil revamped AirPods, including new AirPods 4 and upgraded AirPods Max, at the iPhone 16 launch.")
Apple is set to refresh its AirPods lineup during the upcoming “It’s Glowtime” event, likely coinciding with the iPhone 16 launch. The company is expected to introduce two new models: a standard AirPods 4, replacing the AirPods 2, and an upgraded variant to succeed the AirPods 3. The entry-level model may be branded as “AirPods ...
 "The U.S. encourages global allies, including India, to help resolve the escalating Ukraine conflict and support a just peace.")
The United States has expressed its openness to any nation that wants to assist in ending the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, according to National Security Council adviser John Kirby. His comments followed President Biden’s phone call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who recently visited both Ukraine and Moscow. Kirby emphasized that any effort to ...
 "In a high-stakes move, Chinese tech giant Tencent unloaded 2.1% of its holdings in PB Fintech, the parent entity of Policybazaar, for a staggering Rs 1,668 crore via open market transactions. This extensive sell-off of 97 lakh shares, executed in 15 tranches, slashed Tencent’s stake from 4.26% to 2.13%. Notable buyers, including SBI Mutual Fund, Societe Generale, and other major financial entities, quickly acquired the shares. Despite the intense trading activity, PB Fintech’s shares dipped 0.71%, closing at Rs 1,724.85 on the BSE. This marks the third significant sale by Tencent in PB Fintech within a span of four months.")
Tencent has made a significant move by selling its 2.1% stake in PB Fintech, the parent company of Policybazaar, for a whopping Rs 1,668 crore. This transaction has seen key players like SBI Mutual Fund and Société Générale picking up shares. Keep reading to find out how this sale impacts the Market dynamics and what ...
Starting soon, California restaurants will be required to incorporate any additional fees into their menu prices. This new regulation aims to provide transparency for customers and ensure that the final price they see on the menu is the price they pay. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story on NPR. Click to Claim ...
