GST Meeting Begins

The 56th GST Council meeting, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, commenced in New Delhi today. Scheduled for September 3-4, the Council is expected to discuss rate rationalisation, possibly merging slabs and introducing a 40% rate for 'sin' goods.

PM Modi Meets Chip Experts

Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with global semiconductor experts on Day 2 of Semicon India 2025 in New Delhi, emphasizing India’s growing role in chip manufacturing and innovation amid rising global demand for advanced semiconductor technologies.

Odisha Gets 200 More MBBS seats

The National Medical Commission has approved 200 MBBS seats in Odisha, granting 100 each to Government Medical College, Phulbani, and Pabitra Mohan Pradhan Government Medical College, Talcher. Admissions will begin from the 2025–26 academic session, boosting medical education infrastructure statewide.

Jammu Flood Worsens

Incessant rainfall has worsened the flood situation in Jammu and Kashmir, causing rivers and streams to swell dangerously. Water levels in Tawi, Chenab, Basantar, and Ujh have crossed flood alert marks, prompting authorities to issue warnings and initiate emergency measures.

Sundernagar Landslide

A tragic landslide in Sundernagar town, Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, claimed six lives after burying two houses. Triggered by heavy rainfall, the disaster has prompted rescue operations, with authorities urging caution as the region remains vulnerable to further landslides.

16 Maoists Arrested

Security forces arrested 16 Maoists from various locations in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district within the last 24 hours. The operation marks a significant crackdown on insurgent activity, enhancing regional security and disrupting Maoist networks in the area.

More Rain Likely

A low-pressure system over northwest Bay of Bengal is moving inland, triggering cyclonic circulation. The system is likely to bring widespread rainfall across the state for the next five days.

Jaishankar Seeks EU Trade Push

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar met German Foreign Minister Johann David Wadephul in New Delhi, urging Germany’s backing to fast-track India-EU Free Trade Agreement negotiations and deepen strategic, economic, and technological cooperation between both nations.

China’s Missiles Unveiled

China publicly unveiled some of its most advanced military technology, including hypersonic missiles, electronic warfare systems, and unmanned combat platforms, during a massive military parade.

US Open: Bhambri Shines

India’s Yuki Bhambri and New Zealand’s Michael Venus stormed into the US Open Men’s Doubles quarterfinals in New York, showcasing stellar teamwork and resilience. Their impressive run marks a significant achievement for Bhambri on the Grand Slam stage this season.