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GST Council To Levy 28% Taxation On Gaming

The Goods and Service Tax Council, on Tuesday, agreed to impose GST of 28 per cent on online gaming, horse racing and casinos. The tax levied on online gaming companies will be imposed without differentiation based on whether the games are based on skill or on chance.

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World Population Day 2023: Here’s All You Need To Know About It

The theme for World Population Day 2023 is “Unleashing the power of gender equality: Uplifting the voices of women and girls to unlock our world’s infinite possibilities.” UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlights that gender-based discrimination affects everyone, and investing in women and girls uplifts entire communities and nations.

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Amid escalating US-Iran tensions, Tehran issues a direct death threat to Trump as strikes intensify.
New US bill seeks to reverse 2025 H-1B visa rules, including $100,000 employer fee, sparking immigration debate.
Air India will introduce phased fuel surcharges from March 12 as West Asia conflict drives aviation fuel costs.
A container ship was damaged by an unidentified projectile near Ras Al Khaimah as tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz following Iran’s retaliation campaign.
Union Cabinet eases FDI rules for land-border countries with clear ownership, fast-track approvals, boosting tech and manufacturing.
Reliance Industries backs America's first new oil refinery in 50 years in Texas, in what Trump calls the biggest deal in US history.
After a December 2025 operational meltdown and regulatory scrutiny, IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers steps down as Rahul Bhatia takes interim charge.
A lizard-contaminated school meal in Coimbatore sends 43 students to hospital as officials probe hygiene lapses.
17-Year-Old Speech-Impaired Teen Dies in Bihar After Cricket Cheer Misunderstood During India vs New Zealand T20.
India seals $300 million BrahMos missile deal with Indonesia, including technology transfer, making it the second buyer after Philippines.
To safeguard 33 crore households from West Asia's shipping disruptions, the Indian government has prioritised domestic LPG production while implementing a 25-day refill gap to prevent hoarding.
Russia offers Europe conditional energy supplies as US–Israeli strikes on Iran paralyse Hormuz and oil hits $119.
Jaipur Food Safety Department destroyed 1.5 lakh kg expired Amul products after uncovering distributor tampering dates using chemicals and YouTube tricks.
Supreme Court's ban on routine stem cell therapy for autism sparks parental fears of regression, despite children's documented progress and calls for compassionate trials.
Meta's over 900-employee Tel Aviv closure lays bare the devastating real-world toll of the Iran-Israel war.
IIT Roorkee has released the full JEE Advanced 2026 schedule, including registration dates, eligibility rules, and exam timings for aspiring IIT students.
India begins supplying 5,000 tonnes of diesel to Bangladesh via pipeline as authorities tackle hoarding.
CBSE clarifies that the QR code prank in Class 12 Maths exam papers did not compromise exam security
Over 300 passengers stranded in Cairo after IndiGo London-Mumbai flight diverted due to Middle East airspace restrictions.
AI exposes India's ₹70,000 crore restaurant 'vanishing bill' scam; 63,000 eateries given until 31 March to comply.
Iran expands drone attacks across Gulf states while rejecting diplomacy, even as the US signals the war could end soon.
Inspired by an SHG member, Kolgaon, Maharashtra now penalises abusive language targeting women on International Women's Day.
Maharashtra suspends new auto-rickshaw permits from March 9, 2026, aiming to manage traffic, reduce pollution, and protect livelihoods.
Global oil markets fell sharply after Donald Trump hinted the Iran conflict could end soon and signaled possible sanctions relief to stabilize energy prices.
Vantara, translating to 'Star Of The Forest,' is located within Reliance's Jamnagar Refinery Complex, also known as the Green Belt Of Gujarat. The Vantara ecosystem encompasses a 3,000-acre Elephant Centre, which serves as the residence for over 200 rescued elephants.