Mumbai, Oct 14 (IANS) As the festive season kicks in, Mumbai’s bustling markets are witnessing renewed energy and increased footfall, thanks to the recent GST rate reductions. From staple foods to home appliances, the price drop is being hailed as a major relief for both traders and consumers — especially homemakers managing tight household budgets.
Puri/Cuttack/Noida, Oct 14 (IANS) A wave of festive enthusiasm is sweeping across Indian markets, thanks to the recent GST rate cuts that have reduced prices on essential and electronic goods.
Guwahati, Oct 14 (IANS) At least three more Assamese expats, who were present at the yacht party in Singapore during the final moments of legendary singer Zubeen Garg, are set to appear before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Wednesday, officials said.
Kolkata, Oct 14 (IANS) As India’s retail inflation (CPI) drops to a 99-month low of 1.5 per cent in September, shoppers and businesses in Kolkata are already experiencing relief ahead of the festive season. With food inflation softening to just 1.4 per cent, and recent GST rationalisation efforts, consumers are feeling more confident about spending, while shopkeepers are witnessing a noticeable rise in footfall.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare J P Nadda called on Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa of Mongolia in New Delhi on Tuesday under the 'Know BJP' initiative. The two leaders held discussion on enhancing cooperation between India and Mongolia in the healthcare sector.
Jamnagar, Oct 14 (IANS) Dharmendra Kanha bhai, a livestock farmer from Gujarat’s Jamnagar district, has got a special subsidy of Rs 2 crore to augment his livestock farming of Gir cows.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday raised India's GDP growth forecast to 6.6 per cent for 2025-26 from 6.4 per cent earlier despite the punitive tariffs slapped by the US on the country’s exports.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) In the aftermath of Operation Sindoor — India’s strong retaliatory strike following the Pakistan-sponsored Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 — a total of 346 Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel have now been trained by the Indian Army to counter high-intensity terror threats.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) The Leh administration has filed an affidavit before the Supreme Court defending the detention of Ladakh-based climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA), stating that the action was taken “lawfully” after considering all relevant material.
Patna, Oct 14 (IANS) Following the release of the first candidate list of the BJP, prominent folk singer Maithili Thakur joined the BJP on Tuesday evening.
