The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has unveiled its initial list of candidates for the highly anticipated Delhi Assembly elections 2025, naming candidates for 29 of the 70 seats in the national capital. The elections, set to take place in February, are expected to be a fiercely contested battle, with the BJP aiming to challenge the…
With the Union Budget 2025 just around the corner, discussions are intensifying around potential reforms to encourage savings and improve the efficiency of India’s financial markets. Fixed deposits (FDs), a traditional investment tool favored by millions of Indians, have taken center stage in these deliberations. Suggestions to introduce tax incentives for FDs aim to address…
The political landscape in Bihar has heated up once again as Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav extended an open offer to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to realign with the INDIA Bloc, a coalition of opposition parties. However, Nitish Kumar and his party Janata Dal-United (JD-U) downplayed the overture, while RJD leader Tejashwi…
In a significant victory over Maoist insurgency, 11 Naxals, including Tarakka Sidam, surrendered to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at the Gadchiroli Police Headquarters on Wednesday. The surrender marked an important step in the state’s fight against Naxalism, coinciding with the CM’s visit to the region. Gadchiroli: A Former Maoist Stronghold During his visit, CM…
Amid growing financial pressures on India’s middle-class, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman acknowledged their struggles while outlining potential measures aimed at providing relief. In an interview with Times Now, the finance minister emphasized her commitment to addressing middle-class concerns despite fiscal constraints. Current Taxation Landscape and Changes In her latest address, Sitharaman referred to the adjustments…
Patna: Thousands of Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) aspirants gathered at Gandhi Maidan, demanding the cancellation and re-conduct of the 70th Integrated Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Preliminary 2024 amidst allegations of a question paper leak. The protests escalated on Sunday, with demonstrators breaking through police barricades and clashing with security personnel in parts of the…
On Saturday, political leaders from various parties gathered in Chennai to pay tribute to the late actor and founder of the Desiya Murpoku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK), Captain Vijayakanth, on his first death anniversary. Vijayakanth, an iconic figure in Tamil Nadu’s political and film landscapes, passed away on December 28, 2023, after battling COVID-19 and prolonged…
The nation mourns the loss of one of its most celebrated leaders, Dr. Manmohan Singh, who passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at the age of 92. His last rites will be performed at Nigambodh Ghat in New Delhi on Saturday, December 28, at 11:45 am, with full military honors. State Funeral for a…
Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister of India, who passed away at the age of 92 at AIIMS Delhi, leaves behind a legacy of intellect, humility, and dedication to the common man. Known for his pivotal role in shaping India’s economic reforms in 1991, Dr. Singh’s life was a testament to simplicity despite holding one…
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India often sparks intense debate, and the latest controversy centers on its application to food products. Author Arun Krishnan recently reignited the discussion by comparing GST rates in India and Australia, highlighting differences in taxation systems, benefits, and public perceptions. His observations came days after Finance Minister Nirmala…
