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GST Council to meet on Sept 9, to start discussion on rate rationalisation

The GST Council, comprising finance ministers of Centre and states, is the apex decision making body with regard to Goods and Services Tax (GST), which was rolled out on July 1, 2017

Mirabai Chanu comes very close to medal but leaves empty-handed from Paris

The star Indian lifter, however, did herself no favours by delivering a performance that fell well short of her best in Paris, leaving her with no option but to live with the agony of a fourth-place.

INS Vikrant fund case against Somaiya: Further probe needed, says court

Commissioned in 1961, INS Vikrant, a Majestic-class aircraft carrier of the Indian Navy, played a key role in enforcing the naval blockade of East Pakistan during the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971

Maruti Suzuki commences export of Made in India SUV Fronx to Japan

Maruti Suzuki India on Tuesday said it has commenced export of its sports utility vehicle Fronx to Japan.

Charges against Sebi hief now beyond ruling party-Oppn debate: Mayawati

She also said that it would have been better if the Centre had ordered a high-level inquiry into the matter by now

CM Kejriwal cannot direct Atishi to hoist national flag on Aug 15: GAD

The GAD officer has also said the chief minister's communication to Lt Governor V K Saxena on August 6 in this regard was 'not permissible' according to the prison rules

In view of PM's assurance, state govt has to make rehab plans: Kerala Guv

PM has suggested the preparation of a long-term plan for the rehabilitation of landslide victims, and assured that resource constraints will not hinder its implementation, Kerala Governor Arif added

Put frameworks to manage failure of deposit-taking institutions: Patra

He also said the digital payments space is undergoing a silent revolution

Zee's Securities Issue & Allotment Committee approves FCCBs worth $239 mn

Earlier in July, ZEEL shareholders had approved a plan to raise Rs 2,000 crore from the market through various routes, including issuing equity shares and qualified institutions placements (QIPs)

Doctor murder: Junior doctors' strike continues, give deadline to police

Agitating junior doctors, who have been pressing for magisterial probe into the killing of the woman doctor, on Tuesday set a deadline of Aug 14 for the Kolkata Police to complete their investigation

Kolkata medic's rape-murder: Maharashtra doctors begin indefinite strike

The body of the postgraduate trainee, who was allegedly raped and murdered inside a seminar hall of the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, was found on Friday morning

Kamala Harris phoney, more incompetent than Biden, Trump tells Elon Musk

Launching a scathing attack on 59-year-old US VP, Trump described Harris as third-rate phoney candidate, adding his allegation that Biden being replaced by her as presidential candidate was a coup

Shooters had scope for more but can be proud of Olympic campaign: Bindra

India clinched six medals overall with three in shooting as Manu Bhaker became the first-ever athlete from the country post Independence to earn two podium finishes in a single edition of Olympics.

I'm taking a short break to get physically and emotionally fit: Anshu Malik

Anshu, 23, showed great determination but could not breach the defence of USA's vastly experienced Helen Louise Maroulis, losing 2-7 in the 57kg pre-quarterfinals.

Elephant census delayed in northeast; final count likely in June 2025

The primary reasons for the delay in the region are heavy monsoon rains, floods and the limited capacity of the forest staff, the sources added

UN chief welcomes efforts to restore calm, organise elections in B'desh

He continues to underscore the need for a full, independent, impartial, and transparent investigation into all acts of violence, the statement said

Neeraj Chopra's homecoming delayed, in Germany to consult doctors

A family source told PTI that he has left for Germany and is unlikely to return to India for at least one month. Indian Olympic Association sources also confirmed that Chopra has left for Germany.

Para shuttler Bhagat to miss Paris Paralympics, handed 18-month suspension

Bhagat won a gold medal at the Tokyo Paralympics in men's singles SL3 category, beating Daniel Bethell of Great Britain in the final.

Rohit can play for at least 2 more years, Virat may be 5: Harbhajan Singh

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh feels that Virat Kohli can extend his playing time because of the level of fitness he maintains at the age of 35. Rohit Sharma too can play for another 2 years.

Without reforms, UNSC 'ill-equipped' to address global challenges: G4

Recent global geopolitical events have clearly shown that the UN Security Council is unable to deliver on its primary responsibilities to safeguard international peace