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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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Punjab farmers enter day three demanding MSP guarantee, debt relief, water rights and protection from trade deals.
New York City prioritises human learning, restricting AI for younger students while teaching older pupils responsible use.
Unacademy had ₹900 crore in cash and could continue independently. So, what convinced its founders to choose upGrad instead?
Trump links proposed renaming to US control as Iran tensions threaten shipping and global energy supplies.
Court says women returning from maternity leave deserve equivalent roles, authority, opportunities and protection from workplace disadvantage.
Nepal is seeking climate compensation from major emitters after catastrophic floods killed over 1,100 people and left thousands missing.
Camera-enabled phones must be deposited for ₹5 at designated counters, while basic phones without cameras remain allowed.
GoPro’s $285 million deal could reshape the iconic camera maker, taking it beyond action cameras into AI infrastructure and optical technology.
Seven-year-old Jamuna died while 53 villagers fell ill after chloroquine was distributed during malaria prevention.
John Ternus is taking Apple’s top job with a multimillion-dollar package, but how does his pay stack up against Tim Cook’s?
JioHotstar is taking Indian entertainment beyond borders, launching across three countries.
Fadnavis pauses FDA enforcement while traders prepare for mandatory food-safety compliance after one year.
UFBU announces September strikes over five-day banking, revised PLI scheme and unresolved employee demands nationwide.
Vijay releases Cauvery water for delta farms, but farmers worry 45 days won't sustain Samba cultivation.
After three decades at PepsiCo, George Kovoor is taking on a new challenge at Parle, one of India’s most recognisable biscuit companies.
Fresh US-Iran strikes and tanker attacks threaten vital oil flows, raising global supply and inflation concerns.
Anonymous letter threatens Chirag Paswan, prompting urgent probe and review of his existing security cover.
Severe monsoon flooding across Uttar Pradesh has claimed two lives, left two teenagers missing, and disrupted thousands of riverside households as major rivers breach warning levels.
Gujarat man dies in Russian attack as another Indian is injured amid escalating strikes across Ukraine.
Fire officials flag six safety lapses at Banerjee’s office days after a heated billboard removal clash.
Income Tax searches at Dentsu offices across four cities raise questions, but key details remain undisclosed.
Whatfix co-founder Khadim Batti’s passing marks the loss of a prominent voice in India’s SaaS ecosystem.
ATF prices have risen for the second consecutive month, increasing airline costs and potentially putting pressure on domestic airfares.
Bristy Mukherjee was found dead at her Birbhum home as police investigate, while family members cited depression and job loss.
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.