GST a disruptive change and tribute to India's democracy: President Pranab Mukherjee

Calling the GST a "disruptive change", President Pranab Mukherjee tonight said the ambitious central tax is a "tribute" to the maturity and wisdom of India's democracy, as he recalled steps taken during his own tenure as Finance Minister on this key reform measure. He also said the GST Council...

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GST will help in lowering inflation, propelling GDP: FM Arun Jaitley

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley today said rollout of the GST will ease inflation, make tax avoidance difficult and boost GDP growth. Addressing the midnight launch event of the GST in the Central Hall of Parliament, Jaitley said the implementation of the landmark unified tax should be seen as the...

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GST launched: PM Narendra Modi shares credit with all parties, terms it Good and Simple Tax

Acknowledging the contributions of all parties in helping the Goods and Services Tax see the light of day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the rollout of the tax reform would help chart out a new course of the country and that its launch should not only be seen as the achievement of any...

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GST may benefit farmers from states like Karnataka but not Punjab

While apprehensions continue on whether Goods and Services Tax will affect the already suffering farming sector, numbers comparing earlier tax regime and the GST regime show that the farmers in many states including Karnataka, may have reason to smile. GST on agricultural inputs may be lower than...

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India of 2017 different from India of 1962: Jaitley responds to China threat

The India of 2017 is different from what it was in 1962, defence minister Arun Jaitley asserted on Friday, hitting out at China for asking the Indian Army to learn from "historical lessons". A day after China's oblique reference to the war the two countries had fought 55 years ago, the defence...

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Fake News: Syed Salahuddin Wasn't Offered Congress Ticket in 1987

Interest in Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin's name spiked after the US government designated him a "global terrorist", just ahead of the meet between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump last week. A native of the Budgam district in Jammu and Kashmir, Salahuddin...

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'Indian Sex Workers Are Afraid to Take Children to Hospitals'

Sex workers in India often give birth in their brothels then ignore the health needs of their growing children for fear of meeting prejudice in the medical system, new research shows. The study interviewed tens of prostitutes servicing the busy west Indian city of Pune, a major IT and auto hub...

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Meghalya woman denied entry in Delhi Golf Club: Are Clubs in India relics of British Raj?

A Meghalaya woman in traditional dress was shunted out of Delhi Golf Club for 'Looking Like A Maid'. The woman, Tailin Lyngdoh was invited by her employer Nivedita Barthakur but was asked by Delhi Golf Club officials to leave the place as she looked like a 'dustbin'. "We were invited for lunch...

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Not for separate Gorkhaland state, BJP clarifies

The BJP on Tuesday said that it does not support its ally Gorkha Janmukti Morcha's demand for a separate state comprising Darjeeling and parts of north Bengal but called for addressing the region's cultural and political concerns. Its chief Amit Shah, who arrived here following a two-day tour...

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After China stalls Mansarovar Yatra, pilgrims in Sikkim share disappointment

With the Chinese government stalling the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from the Sikkim route this year, pilgrims who had to return from Gangtok have expressed their disappointment over cancellation of the yatra at the last moment. Two batches comprising of at least 90 yatris were scheduled to cross...

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PM Modi in Netherlands: India a land of opportunities: Modi to Dutch CEO's

India is a land of opportunities with 1.25 billion people and 7%+ growth rate, said PM Modi, in a joint interaction with Dutch CEOs. Government's reforms are aimed at enhancing ease of doing business & bringing Indian standards at par with global standards, he added. Besides, Modi announced...

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Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: Naira (Shivangi Joshi), Karthik's (Mohsin Khan) hot bedroom romance leaked [VIDEO]

A video has been leaked from the sets of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai that shows Naira (Shivangi Joshi) and Karthik (Mohsin Khan) engaging in some hot romance. The two characters will be seen dancing on the hit song "Tip Tip Barsa Pani" from Mohra in the next episode of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai....

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UFO spotted: Father-daughter spot mysterious lights in Germany night sky [VIDEO]

A father-daughter duo has reportedly spotted UFOs in the night sky in Germany. They were feeling suspicious about something in the sky which was not visible to the naked eyes. These mysterious flying objects were not visible till they saw it using the infrared spectrum of their camera, Tyler Glockner...

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Man jumps from 30-feet high metro station to avoid fine, survives

An 18-year-old man jumped off the concourse of Ghatkopar metro station here after he was found "tailgating" at the automatic fare collection gate and was being taken for questionning by the security personnel on Sunday. The man, identified as Rajkumar, a native of Odisha, survived with a fractured...

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Accused of trafficking, woman lynched by angry mob in West Bengal

In a shocking incident, an unidentified middle aged woman, accused of trafficking women has been lynched in Murshidabad district. The incident took place today in Sahapara, under the Raghunathganj Police station. The middle aged woman was apparently caught by locals who alleged that she was trying...

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Indrani alleges she was beaten up in Byculla jail, moves court

Sheena Bora murder case accused Indrani Mukerjea, booked for rioting in a women's prison here along with other inmates, today moved a court alleging that she was beaten up by the jail officials after the death of a convict sparked a protest in the prison. Taking note of her complaint, a CBI court,...

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Ravi Shastri applies for India coach job: Virat Kohli finally happy?

Several reports have emerged on Tuesday June 27 that former India cricket team director Ravi Shastri is throwing his hat for the post of the India cricket team coach. Shastri, as we know, is one candidate Virat Kohli is very keen of having on board. With Anil Kumble 'humilated' to quit from his...

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Woman allegedly abducted from Gurgaon, gangraped in car, dumped in Greater Noida

A 35-year-old woman was allegedly raped by a group of men in a moving car on Monday night, police said. The woman was allegedly abducted from Sohna in Gurgaon and dumped in Greater Noida after an eight-hour assault, which put the spotlight on the safety of women in national capital Delhi and areas...

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GST will be launched on midnight of June 30, says Arun Jaitley

Mumbai: Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Tuesday said the Goods and Services Tax (GST) will definitely rollout at the stroke of midnight of June 30. Addressing the media in New Delhi, he said the inaugration ceremony will take in the Central Hall of Parliament. It will be attended by the President,...

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International Yoga Day 2017: Top 5 smartphone apps for beginners and advanced practitioners

Are you one of the hundreds of people who want to take up yoga, but cannot seem to find the right trainer? Well, we have the answer to your dilemma. There are several apps on both Android-based Google Play and Apple iOS App stores, which offer training modules on yoga that you can follow in the...

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Over 2,000 families displaced due to Tripura floods

Agartala, June 20: Heavy monsoon rain disrupted life in Tripura as over 2,000 families were displaced after their houses were inundated by the flood water, official said here on Tuesday. The displaced families belonging to sub-divisions -- Sadar, Jirania and Mohanpur in West Tripura district and...

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Sikkim tourism benefiting from Darjeeling unrest

Gangtok, Jun 20: The unrest in Darjeeling in the peak tourist season has come as a boon for Sikkim with tourists thronging the neighbouring hill state instead of Darjeeling in view of the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha agitation. 'The tension in Darjeeling has led to a sudden boom in the tourism industry...

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ICC Champions Trophy: Triumphant Pakistan cricketers given heroes' welcome back home

Lahore, June 20: Pakistan cricket team were given heroes' welcome when they arrived home after winning the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 in England. Pakistan skipper Sarfraz Ahmed and his boys were welcomed by a sea of supporters gathered outside Lahore and Karachi airports. Fans cheered their cricket...

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FIR lodged over fake letter stating action against properties not linked with Aadhar

The police on Monday registered a case of forgery on a complaint by a senior government official alleging that a fake letter issued by the cabinet secretariat about digitisation of land records, was being circulated with his forged signature. The case was registered against unidentified persons...

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Bihar won't participate in International Yoga Day 'publicity stunt': Nitish Kumar

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday took a dig at the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Government over the International Yoga Day (IYD) preparations and termed the government's efforts in this regard a 'publicity stunt'. Making these remarks while addressing...

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NASA's Kepler space telescope discovers over 200 new planet candidates

Washington, June 20: Around 219 new planet candidates were discovered outside our Solar System by US space agency NASA through its Kepler space telescope. The Kepler spacecraft was launched in 2009. Its mission is to search the nearby region of our galaxy for exoplanets by detecting a transit,...

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5 reasons for India's shambolic defeat against Pakistan in ICC Champions Trophy final

Defending champions and title favourites India were badly bruised and battered by a spirited Pakistan as they were defeated by 180 runs in the ICC Champions Trophy final on Sunday (June 18). Chasing a daunting target of 339, India witnessed a rare batting collapse to be outclassed by Pakistan...

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One dead as vehicle rams worshippers outside London mosque, attacker yelled he'll 'kill all Muslims'

A van ploughed into worshippers leaving a London mosque on Monday, killing at least one person and injuring 10 others in what witnesses said was a deliberate attack on Muslims. The hired vehicle swerved into a group of people leaving prayers shortly after midnight at the Finsbury Park Mosque,...

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