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In a historic move, the UK and Canada formally recognised Palestine, despite opposition from the US and Israel. Canadian PM Mark Carney criticised both Hamas and Israel, backing a 2-state solution for lasting peace. UK PM Keir Starmer echoed this sentiment, saying recognition revives hope for a peaceful Middle East and ensures future prospects of […]
Effective September 22, the new Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure introduces a two-tier system, with most goods and services taxed at either 5% or 18%. The existing four-slab structure is discontinued. Tobacco products will continue under 28% plus cess, while ultra-luxury items will attract a steep 40% GST rate.
Prashant Kishor accused Bihar ministers and officials of looting crores, saying CM Nitish Kumar may be honest but corruption runs deep. Ahead of assembly elections, he targeted NDA leaders, including Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary and minister Ashok Choudhary, alleging dubious land deals worth ₹200 crore and widespread misuse of power in the state.
PM Modi will address the nation at 5 pm today, though the agenda is undisclosed. The timing coincides with GST rate cuts, announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, set to take effect from September 22. On Saturday in Bhavnagar, PM Modi stressed India’s self-reliance amid Trump’s proclamation imposing a $100,000 annual H-1B visa fee.
US President Donald Trump claimed credit for ending multiple global conflicts, including tensions between India and Pakistan, citing trade as a key diplomatic tool. Speaking at the American Cornerstone Institute dinner, he said he deserves a Nobel Peace Prize for halting “seven wars,” including in South Asia, Thailand, Cambodia, and several other nations.
Telangana education officials have announced Dussehra holidays for all schools across the state from today till October 3, with classes resuming on October 4 after a 13-day break. Junior colleges will observe an 8-day holiday from September 28 to October 5. The vacation applies to both government and private educational institutions.
Sonny Curtis, the legendary songwriter behind timeless classics like “I Fought the Law,” “Walk Right Back,” and “Love Is All Around,” the theme song for “The Mary Tyler Moore Show,” has passed away at 88. His daughter confirmed the news via social media, revealing he died following a sudden illness, marking the loss of a […]
BJP Rajya Sabha MP Maharaja Sanajaoba Leishemba filed a police complaint against X user Shalini Shukla for a post falsely linking him to the Assam Rifles ambush in Manipur that killed two soldiers. The complaint cited defamation and character assassination. Police noted the account may be an impersonation, and the real operator could differ from […]
A senior official confirmed Indian airports remain unaffected by the cyberattack disrupting systems at London Heathrow, Berlin, and other European airports using Collins Aerospace’s MUSE application. The attack is Europe-specific, with no impact on Indian operations. Air India noted minor check-in delays at Heathrow, managed by ground teams.
President Trump’s new immigration plan imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applicants, sparking confusion among immigrant workers. The White House clarified it won’t affect current holders. Signed with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, the fee begins today, September 21, lasting one year. Tech giants urged H-1B staff abroad to re-enter the US promptly.
Pak’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif confirmed a security pact with Saudi Arabia, pledging mutual defense if attacked, including by India. The agreement, similar to NATO’s Article 5, allows Saudi access to Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal. This landmark deal could significantly shift regional security dynamics and heighten tensions in South Asia.
The Ministry of External Affairs said all stakeholders, including Indian industry, are carefully studying the implications of the hike in H-1B visa application fees. The move’s full impact is being evaluated to understand its effects on Indian professionals and the broader India-US relationship amid ongoing diplomatic discussions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet US President Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly next week. The announcement comes as Russia launched one of its largest aerial assaults, with 40 missiles and around 580 drones fired overnight. At least three people were killed and dozens injured, intensifying tensions across Ukraine.
LoP Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of “vote theft” in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections while speaking in Wayanad. He claimed he would soon reveal a “hydrogen bomb” of evidence exposing the alleged fraud. Rahul said this proof would leave no Indian in doubt about the election’s true reality.
Amazon has issued a strong advisory to employees on H-1B and H-4 visas, urging them to stay in the US or return before September 21. This comes ahead of Trump’s $100,000 visa fee rule. Following Microsoft and JPMorgan, Amazon joins major firms responding to rising immigration concerns, travel risks, and legal uncertainties.