GST Reforms Expected to Ease CPI Inflation by 65–75 bps in FY26–27: SBI Report

New Delhi- The upcoming GST 2.0 reforms could moderate Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation by 65–75 basis points over FY26–27, according to an SBI report. The simplified tax system is expected to boost consumption, particularly among…

Two Security Personnel Martyred in Gunfight with Maoists in Jharkhand’s Palamu

Palamu- Two police jawans lost their lives and another was critically injured during a fierce encounter with Maoists belonging to the banned Tritiya Sammelan Prastuti Committee (TSPC) in Jharkhand’s Palamu district, officials reported on Thursday.

GST Overhaul May Cut Vehicle Prices by Up to 8.5%: Report

New Delhi — The government’s move to restructure the Goods and Services Tax (GST) into three slabs—5%, 18%, and 40%—is expected to provide significant relief to the automobile industry and consumers, with vehicle prices projected…

Jamshedpur Shaken by Consecutive Robberies: Businessman Loses ?30 Lakh After Jewellery Shop Heist

Jamshedpur — Panic has gripped Jamshedpur after two daring robberies within 24 hours. On Thursday, a businessman was robbed of ?30 lakh in the busy Bistupur Gurudwara area, just a day after armed men looted a jewellery shop in Sonari.

Businessman…

FICCI: GST 2.0 to Enhance Transparency, Fix Duty Imbalances, and Boost Growth

New Delhi — The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) on Thursday welcomed the GST 2.0 reforms, calling them a landmark step that will bring greater transparency and predictability to India’s tax regime while…

India, Germany Seek to Double Trade, Push India-EU FTA Towards Conclusion: Jaishankar

New Delhi — External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Wednesday said that India and Germany are working towards doubling bilateral trade and pushing the India-EU free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations to a decisive conclusion, amid major…

Bengali Actress Moves HC, Seeks Protection from Harassment After Criticising Govt

Kolkata — Popular Bengali actress Sreelekha Mitra on Wednesday filed a petition in the Calcutta High Court seeking protection from harassment, claiming she has faced threats and social boycott for speaking out against the Mamata Banerjee-led…

Daring Daylight Heist at Jamshedpur Jewellery Store, Owner Assaulted

Jamshedpur — In a shocking daylight robbery, armed criminals looted Vardhman Jewellers in Jamshedpur’s Sonari area on Wednesday, escaping with gold and diamond ornaments worth lakhs.

According to police, six assailants entered the…

Afghanistan Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 1,124, Over 3,200 Injured

Kabul – The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan has risen to 1,124, with at least 3,251 others injured, the Afghan Red Crescent Society said on Tuesday.

More than 8,000 homes, mostly in Kunar province,…

GST Council May Approve Rate Cuts on Over 150 Items This Week

Mumbai – The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is likely to take a final call this week on the Centre’s proposal to reduce GST rates on more than 150 products, as part of a broader plan to simplify the tax structure.

The two-day…