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AP IT Minister Nara Lokesh stated that the new GST 2.0 reforms will boost the country’s economic growth. He said the revised tax regime will benefit women, consumers, and traders by lowering taxes on essential goods. Lokesh added that it will attract investments and strengthen India’s indigenous manufacturing sector.
AIADMK Puducherry State Secretary A. Anbalagan has called on the Assembly’s Public Accounts and Estimates Committees to summon officials over ₹28 crore in financial irregularities revealed by a CAG audit. He said the committees, which include Opposition members, must act independently. Only then can governance and administration improve, he added.
Amid rising trade tensions with the US, PM Modi urged citizens to choose Swadeshi products and support local manufacturing. He emphasized self-reliance, reminding people of India’s freedom struggle. He called on states to boost production and investments, aiming to strengthen the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ movement for economic independence.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal said the world is “a bit afraid of India’s talent” after Trump ordered a $100,000 H-1B visa fee. Goyal emphasized India’s strong 7.8% growth and rising global trade interest. His remarks come ahead of his US trade visit, aiming to finalize a Bilateral Trade Agreement and improve economic ties.
PM Modi announced that 25 crore Indians were lifted out of poverty in 11 years, now forming a vital neo-middle class. He introduced GST 2.0, calling reform a continuous process. The new system will simplify slabs to 5% and 18%, reducing costs on essentials like food, medicines, and insurance to boost affordability and economic growth.
In his national address, PM Modi said GST fulfilled India’s ‘one nation, one tax’ vision, removing a complex web of taxes that burdened businesses and consumers. He announced the launch of GST Bachat Utsav starting tomorrow, promising increased savings and benefits for all citizens, encouraging people to shop and boost economic participation.
During a visit to Gaya, Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha called Rahul Gandhi ‘Pappu’ and accused the Gandhis of controlling ex-PM Manmohan Singh. He praised PM Modi’s strong leadership, citing cross-border strikes and global respect. Sinha claimed Modi elevated India’s stature, unlike the UPA era, where Singh was allegedly reduced to a puppet.
Expelled RJD leader Tej Pratap condemned alleged abuses toward PM Modi’s late mother during Tejashwi Yadav’s rally, demanding jail for the offenders. BJP leaders slammed the RJD, calling it a party of goons and urging Tejashwi and Rahul to apologize. The controversy, echoing a past incident, has sparked political outrage ahead of Bihar elections.
Thousands rallied in Manila protesting corruption in flood-control funds, accusing officials of embezzlement amid ongoing disasters. The scandal sparked nationwide outrage despite President Marcos Jr.’s crackdown and investigations. Heavy security was deployed, and church leaders called for peaceful protests focused on transparency.
Delhi BJP MLAs Tarvinder Marwa and Karnail Singh have urged CM Rekha Gupta and major food chains like Domino’s and KFC to halt non-vegetarian sales during Navratri (Sept 22–Oct 2). Citing religious sentiments, they stressed respecting Hindu traditions. Local leaders and religious groups are backing the call to maintain cultural and social harmony.
The Telangana government has decided to conduct local body elections, with CM Revanth Reddy recently meeting ministers and approving 42% reservation for BCs. The polls are likely to be held in October. Following the TG High Court’s directives, the govt is preparing to seek a deadline for conducting the polls as per legal guidelines.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and Governor Jishnu Dev Varma extended warm wishes to women on the occasion of Bathukamma festival. The CM highlighted Bathukamma as a symbol of TG’s culture, traditions, and unity. The Governor wished that Goddess Gouramma blesses everyone with long life, good health, peace, and prosperity during the festive celebrations.
Visakhapatnam will host the 28th National Conference on E-Governance tomorrow, where top-performing panchayats in e-governance implementation will be awarded. AP CM Chandrababu and Minister Nara Lokesh will attend the inaugural session. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan and Union Minister Jitendra Singh are scheduled to participate in the afternoon session of the conference.
BRS women’s wing leader Sushila Reddy announced that Bathukamma celebrations will be held this afternoon at Telangana Bhavan in Banjara Hills. The event will see participation from BRS women MLAs, BRS corporators, and BRS activists from various districts, marking the festive spirit with vibrant floral arrangements and cultural festivities.
KA Paul, Praja Shanti Party President, faces serious trouble after a woman employee filed a sexual harassment complaint against him at Panjagutta Police Station, Hyderabad. The woman, working as an American Coordinator on the night shift for 15 days, alleged harassment at the workplace. An FIR has been registered and a probe is underway.