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Polling underway for vice presidential election; PM Modi casts first vote
NDA nominee and Maharashtra Governor C P Radhakrishnan is contesting against the INDIA bloc’s nominee and former Supreme Court Judge B Sudershan Reddy in this election.
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US Suspends Third-Country Visa Applications: Indian Students, Tourists to Face Longer Wait Times
The US now requires Indian applicants to apply for student, visitor, or work visas only from India, ending faster third-country processing options.
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BJP Parliamentary Party passes resolution on GST benefits for consumers
The BJP Parliamentary Party unanimously adopted a resolution on Next Gen Reforms of GST during the two-day workshop, which began in New Delhi yesterday.
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PM Modi speaks to French Prez Macron; discusses efforts to bring early end to war in Ukraine
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has exchanged views on international and regional issues with French President Emmanuel Macron, including efforts for bringing an early end to the conflict in Ukraine.
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PM Modi appreciates US President Trump’s comments on relations with India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India and the US have a very positive and forward-looking Comprehensive and Global Strategic Partnership.
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Education of daughters most effective investment in nation’s progress: President Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu has said that providing the best possible education to daughters is the most effective way to promote women-led development.
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No GST on Life and Health Insurance Premiums from September 22
"From September 22, GST on life and health insurance premiums will be reduced to nil. The 56th GST Council meeting scrapped the 18% tax on policies, making insurance more affordable and boosting coverage across India."
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Major Changes in GST Slabs: Daily Essentials to Get Cheaper – See the Full List | GST Council Meet
India's GST Council has revised tax slabs, reducing them to just 5% and 18%. Essentials like shampoo, dairy, baby products, and electronics will get cheaper from September 22, 2025. Check the full list of items that will become cheaper or costlier.
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