India

The GST Council will review proposals to cut rates on over 150 products, including food, snacks, vehicles, and education supplies. The move aims to ease household spending, expand the zero-GST list, and simplify the current four-rate structure

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the next generation of GST reforms will simplify compliance, benefit small businesses, and boost transparency. She praised banks for improved asset quality, noted record GDP growth, low inflation, and underlined trust, technology, and transparency as guiding principles

The Reserve Bank of India has approved the reappointment of former Deputy Governor R. Gandhi as Yes Bank’s part-time chairman from September 2025 to May 2027. Gandhi, a veteran central banker with 37 years’ experience, previously served in RBI, SEBI, and IDRBT

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India is entering the next phase of its Semiconductor Mission, with 10 projects worth over USD 18 billion underway. He said the DLI scheme will be revamped as India aims for a major global chip market share

Kolkata Police stopped an army truck for reckless driving near Writers’ Buildings on Tuesday, a day after the army dismantled a TMC protest stage. Police filed a case, while the army denied wrongdoing, saying no traffic rules were violated

Maharashtra’s Beed administration has directed police to review 400 cases linked to the Maratha quota agitation and submit a report within eight days. The review follows a Cabinet sub-committee decision to forward findings to the state Home Department

President Droupadi Murmu said that despite banking sector growth, gaps in digital literacy, internet access, and financial awareness persist. Speaking at City Union Bank’s 120th Foundation Day in Chennai, she urged banks to prioritise farmers, MSMEs, and rural empowerment

An IndiGo flight from Nagpur to Kolkata returned safely after a bird strike shortly after take-off, carrying 160-165 passengers. The airline cancelled the flight for inspections, offering refreshments, alternate arrangements, or refunds to affected passengers.

Suhana Khan, daughter of Shah Rukh Khan, faces legal trouble for allegedly buying government-allotted farmland in Thal village without proper permissions. Authorities are investigating the Rs 12.91 crore deal, while she prepares for her upcoming film King alongside her father

Shashi Tharoor welcomes India-China talks as a timely step to navigate global pressures, while advocating a balanced foreign policy with the US and Russia. The Congress MP highlights pragmatic diplomacy as key to safeguarding India’s strategic autonomy.

Peter Navarro, Trump’s top trade adviser, criticized Indian PM Modi’s display of unity with Russia and China at the SCO summit, calling it “troublesome.” He urged India to align with the US, Europe, and Ukraine instead of supporting Russia

A 27-year-old mother of two from Kerala allegedly eloped with a 17-year-old boy from Alappuzha and was later arrested in Karnataka. The boy was handed to his parents, while the woman was remanded in judicial custody under POCSO.

India unveiled its first fully indigenous 32-bit chip ‘Vikram,’ developed by ISRO’s Semi-Conductor Laboratory, at Semicon India 2025, marking a milestone in the nation’s semiconductor mission and reducing dependence on imports.

A man was arrested in Gorakhpur’s Pipraich area for allegedly throwing meat at women during a Hanuman temple prayer. Identified as Umesh Yadav, he was caught by locals, appeared intoxicated, and is now under investigation for potential conspiracy.

The Indian Army has arrived in Alaska for Yudh Abhyas 2025, a joint Indo-US exercise featuring heliborne operations, mountain warfare, and tactical drills to enhance interoperability, UN peacekeeping readiness, and multi-domain cooperation.

Oscar-winning musician Jon Batiste will make his India debut with concerts in Delhi on November 24 and Mumbai on November 26. The shows are part of his Maestro Series tour, with ticket pre-sales starting Wednesday and general sales Friday

  An FIR has been filed against filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali in Bikaner after a line producer alleged non-payment, abuse, and threats during the shoot of *Love and War*. The court-directed case includes charges of cheating and criminal breach of trust

Grand Master Shaswat Kumar, founder of Senkoukai Karate, has been awarded the “God Blessed Warrior Award” and the title of “World Martial Arts Icon” by Japanese martial arts bodies, recognizing his pioneering contributions to practical combat and global martial arts development.

Chekka Nagababu of Vizianagaram Ninjas broke records in the Yuva Andhra Championship with 226 raid points and five consecutive Thunder20s. From humble beginnings in a fishing village, he now aims for the Telugu Kabaddi League and the Pro Kabaddi League.

Coimbatore forest division faces rising human-elephant conflicts as manpower shortages cripple patrols. With only 60 watchers left, villagers endure frequent raids, prompting calls for stronger frontline staffing and dedicated conflict-mitigation measures.

Nine Telugu youngsters were involved in a severe road accident in Essex, UK, leaving two dead. Survivors include one on a ventilator and another partially paralysed. Police have arrested both drivers, and the community is raising funds to repatriate the victims.

Jammu and Kashmir authorities have declared a red alert for the next 48 hours as the region faces widespread heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms, flash floods, and landslides are possible in vulnerable areas, with residents advised to exercise caution and follow safety guidelines.

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