New Delhi, Aug 15 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his Independence Day address, unveiled major Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms aimed at reducing the cost of essential and commonly used items.
Calling it a “double Diwali gift” for citizens, PM Modi stated that the GST Council had reviewed tax rates on regular goods and daily essentials, deciding on a significant cut. The move, he said, would not only make everyday products cheaper but also provide relief to small businesses, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
“These changes will directly benefit households and improve affordability for millions. Lower GST on essential goods will also support small traders and manufacturers,” the Prime Minister said.
The announcement is part of what the government describes as the “next generation” of GST reforms, intended to ease the tax burden and stimulate economic activity. The revised rates are expected to be implemented before the upcoming festive season, offering price relief across multiple categories of consumer goods.
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Sarnath near Varanasi has been granted UNESCO World Heritage status, recognising its global cultural and spiritual significance.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk was discharged from Medanta Hospital after six days.
Amit Shah said students and the nation are more important than any post, calling Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation a step taken in the interest of students.
Pralhad Joshi took charge of the Education Minister saying his first priority is to understand the departments functioning.
Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda said the party will demand accountability from the BJP government in Parliament over paper leaks and seek reforms to protect students.
The student led CJP called off its nationwide agitation calling the Education Ministers resignation a victory for democracy.
Pralhad Joshi has been given additional charge of the Union Education Ministry following Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation amid the exam paper leak controversy.
Pralhad Joshi takes charge as Education Minister after Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation.
President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and leaders across the country paid tribute to the brave soldiers of the 1999 Kargil War.
India honours its Kargil heroes at the 1999 wars lessons on vigilance and intelligence remain relevant today.
The Centre has proposed tougher anti-cheating laws, increasing jail terms and fines to crack down on paper leaks and organised exam fraud.
After Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, the CJP said it will decide its next demands based on the government’s response, signalling the protests are not over.
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned after weeks of student protests over alleged exam paper leaks, marking a major political development.
The Centre and CJP held a two hour meeting.
The Centre sought time till Saturday to respond the CJP demand for Dharmendra Pradhan resignation.
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