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Sensex rose 150.30 points to close at 80,718.01 after hitting an intraday high of 81,456.67. Nifty gained 19.25 points to end at 24,734.30, after peaking at 24,980.75. Auto and FMCG sectors led gains post-GST reform announcements. However, Nifty Midcap 100 fell 0.67%, and SmallCap 100 declined 0.71%, reflecting broader market weakness.
Malayalam actress Kalyani Priyadarshan expressed gratitude to the Telugu audience, saying they were the first to show her love. Speaking at the success meet of ‘Kottha Loka’, she thanked them for the film’s success. She shared her joy in reconnecting with Telugu fans and revealed she had long awaited the right story for a Telugu […]
The GST Council has raised tax on oil and gas exploration services from 12% to 18%, effective September 22. This will increase production costs, with no input tax credit benefit, hurting margins and potentially stalling projects. Experts warn of reduced competitiveness, especially for coal-bed methane, amid falling global oil prices and weaker upstream returns.
Samsung Galaxy S25 has launched globally, including in India, today. The phone features a 6.7-inch FHD+ LTPO AMOLED screen, a 4,900mAh battery, 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB, Galaxy AI features, a 50MP main sensor with OIS and others. It will be available in 3 colours, namely Black, White, and Icy Blue. priced at ₹55,000 […]
A total lunar eclipse will occur this Sunday and will be clearly visible across the country, especially in Hyderabad. During the eclipse, the moon will pass completely into Earth’s shadow. Scientists say it can be safely viewed without protective gear in 15 Indian cities, including Hyderabad, provided weather conditions remain clear.
The UAE has announced its 17-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025 that starts on September 9. Muhammad Waseem will lead the squad for the Asia Cup, and currently he is also captain for the ongoing T20I tri-series against Pakistan and Afghanistan. All members playing the Tri series were retained, and Matiullah Khan and Simranjeet […]
The Central government has reduced GST on insurance policies to zero, meeting long-standing public demands to lower it from 18% or 12%. This major reform will benefit policyholders across various categories, including ULIP plans, term plans, health insurance, and general insurance. The move aims to make insurance more affordable to all citizens.
Cancer is the most dangerous disease that leads to death and is growing rapidly across the world. Here are the foods that can reduce the risk of cancer. They are dairy foods such as ★curd (yoghurt), ★buttermilk (chaas), ★paneer (cottage cheese), ★ghee (clarified butter) and ★milk. In addition, add fruits, vegetables and whole grains to […]
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan welcomed the new GST slabs, stating that the reforms will benefit the poor, middle class, and farmers. He said the complete removal of GST on education and insurance eases the burden on common people. He thanked PM Modi, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, and the GST Council for the people-centric reforms.
India’s veteran leg-spinner Amit Mishra has announced his retirement today in all formats of cricket. He represented India in 22 tests, 36 ODIs and 10 T20Is and took a total of 156 wickets in his 25-year career. Mishra is known for sharp variations and control. He last played for India in 2017 and in IPL […]
A new car worth ₹3.66 crore will be added to President Droupadi Murmu’s convoy. As part of security protocol, only bulletproof vehicles are used. Although premium cars attract 40% GST under the new rates, the GST Council has proposed a special exemption, zero GST, considering the vehicle a national asset required for the President’s official […]
iPhone maker Apple has opened its fourth store in Maharashtra’s Pune today. This store is located at Koregaon Park, Pune, and is open to customers daily until 9:30 PM. The store offers the full range of Apple products and exclusive in-store services. Recently, Apple launched its stores in Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru.
Speculation is rising over whether Donald Trump might reduce the 50% tariff slab on Indian goods. Amid growing strategic ties between India, China, and Russia, the U.S. may reassess its trade stance. However, any tariff rollback would depend on future diplomatic negotiations and Trump’s broader foreign policy and trade priorities.
The AP state cabinet, chaired by CM Chandrababu, has approved the Universal Health Policy under the Ayushman Bharat-NTR Medical Service Scheme. The policy offers free medical care up to ₹25 lakh per family annually. It will be implemented universally, benefiting families regardless of their financial status, and the cabinet meeting is still ongoing.
Superstar Rajnikanth starred in the film ‘Coolie’, which was released in theatres on Aug 14. The film received mixed talks and did not perform as much as expected. King Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, and Rachita Ram played key roles. Amazon Prime Video has confirmed that Coolie will release the digital premiere on Sept […]