Next-generation GST reforms to be introduced soon: What will become cheaper? What will become costlier?

In a bid to reduce tax burden on citizens, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced ‘next-generation GST reforms’ during his Independence Day speech on Friday, i.e., August 15, stating the same would be introduced on the occasion of Diwali, 2025. What benefits will the middle-class get? Let’s talk
Election Commission issues BIG statement amid Bihar SIR and voter fraud row: ‘Some political parties…’

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday issued a statement as it faces allegations of a large-scale voter fraud in national and state polls. Read on to know what the ECI said.
PM Modi thanks Ukrainian President Zelenskyy for…, says, ‘Earnestly wish our friends in Ukraine…’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, i.e., August 16, thanked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his wishes on the occasion of India’s Independence Day, exppressing an earnest wish for the people of Ukraine and Kyiv’s war with Russia.
Jharkhand Education Minister Ramdas Soren passes away at 62, CM Hemant Soren condoles death

Ramdas Soren, the education minister of Jharkhand, passed away on Friday at the age of 62. He had been undergoing medical treatment at a private hospital in Delhi. Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has condoled the state minister’s death in a post on X. Read on to know more.
FASTag annual pass rollout today: Step-by-step guide to activate Rs 3000 annual pass, check its benefits, validity and more

The new FASTag annual pass will streamline travel on highways with a single prepaid pass. It can be availed by downloading the Rajmarg Yatra application from the Google Play Store or App Store or logging in to the official NHAI website.
After Yellow Line, THIS Bengaluru Metro line to connect IIM-B next, set to open in…

According to the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) officials, civil work on the elevated part has been completed, while station construction is ongoing underground.
What is PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana? Know its benefits and how to apply

Under Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana, PM Modi promised that young men and women getting their first job in the private sector will be eligible for Rs 15,000 from the Central government. The scheme will come into effect from August 15, 2025.
Big GST relief: Two-slab tax to replace current 5-28% rates, Finance Ministry says, ‘reduction of taxes on…’

The government has sent its proposal on GST rate rationalisation and reforms to the Group of Ministers (GoM) constituted by the GST Council to examine this issue.
79th Independence Day: Key highlights from PM Modi’s address to the nation; focus on employment, innovation and nuclear program

PM Modi outlined plans for various initiatives, including the production of India’s first semiconductor chip, the development of jet engines, the creation of Rs 1 lakh crore in youth employment opportunities, and a tenfold expansion of the nuclear program.
J-K cloudburst Latest Update: Death toll rises to 60 in Kishtwar, rescue operation underway as 500 feared trapped

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is also set to leave for Kishtwar on Friday to assess the damage caused by a massive cloudburst and oversee the ongoing rescue operations.