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No new taxes in 2026, only reforms, says Finance Minister

Jakarta, Aug. 15 -- Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati confirmed that the government has no plans to introduce new types of taxes to meet the 13.5 percent increase in tax revenue targeted in the 2... Read More


Made in India semiconductor chips will be available by end of 2025: Narendra Modi on Independence Day

India, Aug. 15 -- Indian PM Narendra Modi on Friday revealed India's major tech ambition when he announced the country's first 'Made-in-India' semiconductor chips will be launched by the end of 2025. ... Read More


Cyberabad cops raid Moinabad farmhouse, 51 foreigners held

Hyderabad, Aug. 15 -- 51 foreigners were arrested after the Cyberabad Police raided a party organised at a farmhouse in Moinabad on Thursday, August 14. A total of 90 Indian-made Foreign Liquor (IMFL)... Read More


PM Narendra Modi promises 'double Diwali', announces major reforms in GST: Check full details here

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his 79th Independence Day address on Friday from the ramparts of the iconic Red Fort, promised a 'double Diwali' this year. He announced majo... Read More


GST reforms incoming! PM Modi promises 'double Diwali' 'next-generation' tax regime: Details here

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his 79th Independence Day address on Friday from the ramparts of the iconic Red Fort, promised a 'double Diwali' this year. He announced majo... Read More


GST reforms incoming! PM Modi promises 'double Diwali,' 'next-generation' tax regime: Details here

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his 79th Independence Day address on Friday from the ramparts of the iconic Red Fort, promised a 'double Diwali' this year. He announced majo... Read More


Michigan Football sign-stealing penalties: NCAA imposes $20M+ fines, Jim Harbaugh receives 10-year show-cause

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- The University of Michigan faces severe consequences from the NCAA following an investigation into an alleged sign-stealing scheme led by former staffer Connor Stalions. The pena... Read More


Rice prices in India spike as exports to Bangladesh surge after duty cut

Kolkata, Aug. 15 -- India's rice prices have surged by up to 14% in just two days as traders rush shipments to Bangladesh following its move to allow duty-free imports of 500,000 tonnes. The sudden s... Read More


6 Best office chairs under rRs.r5000 that provide neck support; Support your back while you work

India, Aug. 15 -- Finding the right office chair can make all the difference to your comfort and productivity, especially if you spend hours seated. An office chair with neck support helps reduce stra... Read More


Can Bollywood ever come up with another 'Sholay'?

New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- The owner of a single screen cinema in Haryana's Yamunanagar was worried even when cinema theatres reopened in 2020 after seven months during the pandemic. Audiences who had bing... Read More