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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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Election officials say flagged voters can seek corrections before Karnataka's revised electoral roll is finalised.
Actor Sambhavna Seth and her husband Avinash Dwivedi alleged they helped rescue their domestic worker's sister from unlawful confinement.
A police case involving Meta India's top executive raises a bigger question about who should answer when harmful content spreads online.
Restaurant owners say rising commissions and platform charges threaten profitability, pricing transparency and customer affordability.
Police booked the husband and family after allegations of dowry harassment preceded the teacher's death.
Police issued notices to Meta while tracing account operators accused of sharing allegedly manipulated content online.
The latest Henley Passport Index shows the US passport has slipped to 10th globally as other countries expand visa-free travel through stronger diplomatic partnerships.
The former BJP spokesperson reportedly resigned citing personal reasons as party and leader remain silent.
Government says stronger examination laws fulfil student demands, while Opposition seeks broader accountability and reforms nationwide.
BWSSB says reservoir storage is adequate while groundwater monitoring and conservation efforts continue across Bengaluru.
OUHS launched an inquiry after question paper images allegedly circulated on WhatsApp during the examination itself.
Parliament grants Vande Mataram equal legal protection, making deliberate insults punishable with up to three years' imprisonment.
The Delhi government has decided to withdraw legal action against eligible NEET protesters while excluding individuals with criminal antecedents from the relief.
The ED's sweeping operation uncovered suspected benami assets, froze ₹160 crore in investments and intensified its probe into alleged illegal coal mining and money laundering in Jharkhand.
Police suspect the massive cash and gold haul is linked to an illegal sand mining network, with financial investigations continuing.
The High Court dismissed a detention plea, holding that commonly used identity documents alone do not conclusively establish Indian citizenship.
The Rajya Sabha has passed a Bill granting legal protection to Vande Mataram, but it does not require citizens to sing the National Song.
Tamil Nadu is evaluating a proposal to serve chicken biryani once a week in government schools to improve child nutrition, make meals more appealing and encourage better attendance.
A new US technology restriction could reshape who builds the machines and energy systems powering tomorrow’s economy.
Shailesh Jejurikar’s rise from P&G’s Mumbai operations to chairman and CEO highlights a remarkable 37-year journey through global corporate leadership.
Following days of protests, the Madhya Pradesh government increased moong procurement to 60%, extended the procurement deadline.
The United States resumed direct strikes on Iran after an Iranian missile attack targeted a US military base in Jordan.
Bengaluru hotels are threatening a Swiggy boycott, raising fresh questions about who really benefits from India’s food-delivery boom.
Salman Khan launches multi-phase Assam flood relief mission, offering food, medicines and long-term rebuilding support.
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.