The Group of Ministers on rate rationalisation endorsed the Centre’s plan to introduce a simpler structure, replacing the current 5 per cent, 12 per cent, 18 per cent and 28 per cent rates with just two main slabs— 5% and 18%
While Axiom assumed a liquid oxygen leak they had detected was minor, Isro insisted on complete correction, knowing that a crack could be catastrophic for the mission
During the meeting, S Jaishankar and Putin discussed the Ukraine war. The Indian minister also informed the Russian president of his discussions with First DPM Denis Manturov and FM Sergey Lavrov
By reframing tariffs as sanctions, Washington has blurred the line between trade policy and foreign policy exposing India to the geopolitical fallout of the Ukraine war
Rahul Mamkootathil resigned as Kerala Youth Congress president after facing harassment allegations by Malayalam actor Rini Ann George. While she did not reveal the name of the politician, George claimed she received offensive messages. Later, writer Honey Bhaskaran spoke out against the Palakkad MLA. However, the youth leader asserted his innocence and said he resigned to protect the party from unnecessary distractions
Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, Director General of the Armed Forces Medical Services (DG AFMS) has the rare distinction of serving in all three branches of the Indian armed forces.
A Class 10 student in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad died after he was stabbed by a Class 8 student at their school. Now, a disturbing chat has surfaced, which shows that the teen accused, showing little remorse, confessed to the killing in an Instagram chat with a friend
India’s military prowess was successfully demonstrated once again as the country test-fired its Agni-V missile on Wednesday from Odisha. With a strike range of 5,000 km and multi-target technology, it is a formidable weapon that can be used against Pakistan or China. Notably, Islamabad has only the Shaheen III missile, with a range of 2,500 km, which can compare to India’s
The government thinks online gaming involving money is turning into a "major problem for society," and hence decided to move with the prohibition to prioritise the public's well-being
A press release read, "This government has consistently underlined that national security is non-negotiable, and to ensure this security India will build her own capacity and preparedness"
Dhaka has accused the banned Awami League, led by former PM Sheikh Hasina, of operating from Indian soil and warned of potential diplomatic fallout, while New Delhi has dismissed the concerns as 'misplaced' and reiterated its call for early elections in Bangladesh
India’s Agni missile arsenal currently includes the Agni-1, with a strike range of 700 km, the Agni-2, capable of reaching up to 2,000 km, and the Agni-3 and Agni-4, which cover ranges from 2,500 km to beyond 3,500 km. The more advanced Agni-5 underwent its maiden test flight on April 19, 2012.
Bhanu Attri, a 39-year-old from Himachal Pradesh, has become the Royal Navy's first Hindu and non-Christian chaplain. Attri, who grew up in Himachal Pradesh before moving to the UK, will be offering spiritual support to fellow naval officers based on the tenets of Hinduism
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta was attacked during a public grievance hearing at her residence on Wednesday morning. The man, identified as Rajesh Bhai Khimji Bhai Sakriya, allegedly handed over a paper to the CM, shouted, slapped, pulled her hair, and abused her. According to his mother, the 41-year-old is a dog lover and was upset with the Supreme Court ruling on the removal of stray dogs in Delhi-NCR
Three people have died after a building collapsed in Delhi's Daryaganj, according to an official.
From reopening traditional Himalayan trade routes to easing travel and resuming direct flights, New Delhi and Beijing have unveiled a package of economic and people-to-people measures aimed at cautiously resetting their strained ties.
The incident took place during a public grievance hearing or Jan Sunvai, when a man in his mid-30s entered and handed over a paper to Gupta, shouted, slapped and pulled her hair, and abused her
The draft law of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, proposes to prohibit platforms or games where users pay money in exchange for higher monetary returns
The new fleet is expected to help phase out India’s ageing MiG-21 jets, which the government has decided to retire in the coming weeks
More than 500 passengers were rescued on Tuesday evening after two overcrowded Monorail trains stranded between stations on elevated tracks in Mumbai during heavy rainfall, according to a report, citing officials
The prime minister’s office said Modi stressed the importance of preserving peace along the frontier and reiterated India’s commitment to a “fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable resolution” of the boundary dispute
The meeting highlighted India’s emphasis on border peace, China’s invitation to PM Modi for the SCO Summit and the growing momentum in bilateral ties since the Kazan meeting with President Xi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said his meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reflects steady progress in India-China relation
Indian Railways plans to implement a strict baggage policy similar to airports. Passengers will be asked to pass their luggage through electronic weighing machines at railway stations, and those carrying more than the allowed limit will face penalties. The policy will be initially rolled out at multiple major stations, including Prayagraj and Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh
The Narendra Modi government's reforms to the GST regime could help make up for the losses from US President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs. Here is how.
Under proposed reforms, the current four slabs of goods and services tax (GST) will be reduced to two slabs of 5% and 18%. Many services are also expected to be exempted from the GST. Here is how these reforms will affect you.
500 mm in 84 hours and counting… It’s been pouring in Mumbai since Friday (August 15), causing roads to be waterlogged and some parts submerged. The relentless rain has even prompted authorities to issue a red alert and urged citizens to stay indoors and avoid any unnecessary travel
"Having seen a difficult period in our relationship, our two nations now seek to move ahead. This requires a candid and constructive approach from both sides. In that endeavour, we must be guided by the three mutuals - mutual respect, mutual sensitivity and mutal interest," said Jaishankar in meeting with China's Wang Yi
Heavy rains continue to lash India's financial capital for the third consecutive day on Monday, disrupting traffic and submerging roads. Mumbai recorded 177 mm of rainfall in just six-eight hours, inundating various areas. Several flights have also been delayed. The city has been placed under a 'red' alert, with a warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rain in Mumbai on Monday, leading to the closure of schools across the city as waterlogging affects several areas. The BMC has urged residents to stay indoors and exercise caution amid the downpour.