Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has accused Rahul Gandhi of spreading lies as part of an “international conspiracy” to remove Prime Minister Narendra Modi from power. Sarma claims that while Gandhi frequently questions others, he fails to answer similar inquiries directed at him. He asserted that Gandhi misled the public during the Lok Sabha ...
Pope Francis concluded a significant four-day visit to Belgium and Luxembourg on September 29, 2024. During a heartfelt open-air mass attended by around 40,000 people, he passionately urged bishops to confront the issue of child sexual abuse within the Church and to not cover it up. His visit was marked by discussions with victims and ...
 "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 ...
 "NCLAT orders 75% interim distribution of Rs 175 crore for BKEL lenders, sparking dramatic financial tensions amid rising debts.")
The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has ordered the interim distribution of 75 percent of the escrow funds, totaling Rs 175 crore, held by Baleshwar Kharagpur Expressway Limited (BKEL) to its secured lenders. This ruling came after a request from the State Bank of India (SBI), as BKEL, which has not serviced its loans ...
 "The Indian rupee hits a new low against the dollar amid surging foreign investments, sparking concerns of market overheating.")
This September, foreign investors have significantly increased their investments in Indian equities, pouring in around Rs 33,700 crore, mainly driven by the US Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cut. This surge marks one of the highest monthly inflows this year, showcasing renewed confidence in the Indian Market. The overall investment from foreign portfolio investors has ...
 "Qualcomm considers acquiring struggling Intel, sparking potential landmark deal amidst Intel’s drastic turnaround efforts and market decline.")
Qualcomm is exploring the possibility of acquiring Intel amid the latter’s ongoing struggles in the semiconductor industry. The California-based company has proposed a friendly takeover, considering the purchase of all or part of Intel. This potential deal could be historic, especially as Intel faces significant challenges, including a sharp decline in its stock value over ...
 "Lebanon faces escalating chaos as devastating explosions from wireless devices claim lives, sparking urgent UN intervention amidst rising tensions.")
The situation in Lebanon has escalated dramatically, leading the United Nations Security Council to hold an emergency meeting following deadly Israeli airstrikes in Beirut. The strikes targeted a senior Hezbollah military leader and resulted in significant civilian casualties and damage. Recent explosions of wireless communication devices, including pagers and walkie-talkies, have tragically killed at least ...
 "Intel shares surged on takeover talks with Qualcomm, sparking hopes for a transformative deal in the struggling chip industry.")
Intel Corp. shares surged following reports from the Wall Street Journal that Qualcomm Inc. has approached Intel for a potential takeover, which could set a record for the semiconductor industry. Although discussions are ongoing, a deal is far from certain. Intel’s stock rose 3.4% to $21.87 but remains down 56% for the year, reflecting ongoing ...
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 ...
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has condemned Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for her behavior towards a Coimbatore businessman who raised concerns about the Goods and Services Tax (GST). The businessman, D Srinivasan, owner of Sri Annapoorna restaurant, was seen in a viral video apologizing to Sitharaman after discussing the complexities of GST on ...
