Uttar Pradesh Minister O.P. Rajbhar recently defended law enforcement actions in the state, stating that police fired in self-defense during a recent encounter in Sultanpur. He rejected accusations from Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, who claimed the BJP government made UP the “capital of fake encounters.” Rajbhar emphasized that officers cannot respond with flowers when ...
Ford Motor Company is in talks with the Tamil Nadu government to explore the possibility of producing vehicles for export, signaling its potential return to the Indian Market after a three-year absence. Chief Minister MK Stalin confirmed discussions aimed at renewing Ford’s long-standing partnership with the state, known for its automotive industry. The company is ...
 "Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces GST relief for automotive, advertising, data hosting, and exporters, boosting growth and competitiveness.")
The Union Finance Ministry recently provided relief to several industries, including automotive, data hosting services, and advertising agencies that work with foreign clients. One key circular clarified that demo vehicles used by dealers for test drives can still qualify for GST deductions, as they support vehicle sales. Another circular recognized data hosting services provided by ...
 "Telecom Minister Scindia vows to connect 25,000 villages by mid-2025, facing ongoing delays and challenges amidst ambitious rollout plans.")
Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced plans to connect 25,000 unconnected villages with telecom and mobile internet by mid-2025, aiming for full saturation across the country. As part of this initiative, BSNL will deploy 100,000 telecom towers and invest Rs 45,000 crore. Despite 450,000 towers already in place, many villages, especially in Northeast India, remain without ...
 "In a largely overlooked revelation, India’s Finance Minister unveiled crucial budget disclosures, signaling impending transformative changes in taxation.")
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget for 2024-25, presented on July 23 and approved by Parliament on August 8, included an important yet overlooked disclosure found in Statement No 27-A. The 54th Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting made noteworthy decisions to enhance the tax system’s efficiency. However, challenges remain, such as addressing GST on ...
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has accused Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin of creating division among states over the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP). Pradhan responded to Stalin’s claims that states refusing to adopt NEP are being denied funds from the Samagra Shiksha Scheme. He emphasized that while competition among states is ...
 "Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu pledges support for struggling SpiceJet amidst soaring demand in India’s airline industry.")
Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu has addressed the challenges faced by SpiceJet, emphasizing the government’s commitment to ensuring a balance in aviation operations amid rising demand in India. The airline is currently under increased scrutiny due to its financial and legal difficulties, with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation implementing enhanced surveillance measures. Naidu highlighted ...
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has criticized Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin for claiming that the central government is unfairly withholding funds from well-performing states that oppose the new National Education Policy (NEP). In a recent statement, Pradhan emphasized that healthy competition among states is important, but he believes that creating divisions among ...
 "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. ...
 "Maharashtra celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi, as Chief Minister Shinde welcomes the deity, praying for prosperity amidst challenges faced by farmers.")
Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Eknath Shinde celebrated the start of the ten-day Ganesh Festival by welcoming Lord Ganesh to his official residence in Mumbai. Accompanied by his wife and son, Shrikant Shinde, the CM performed a traditional puja, praying for the state’s well-being and prosperity. He noted the good rainfall this year, expressing hope for a ...
