Sonia, Rahul wrap up Wayanad visit
Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi and her son, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, have departed for New Delhi after concluding a three-day private visit to Kerala. They left in a chartered flight from Karipur International Airport on Monday. ย The visit, which coincided with Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadraโs constituency engagements, saw the family attend several programmes. On Friday, Sonia and Priyanka made an unexpected stop at a "Walk Against Drugs" campaign led by senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala. Their convoy passed the venue just as the anti-drug pledge concluded, prompting Sonia Gandhi to stop…
Zero GST rate on health insurance from today: Implications for policyholders and insurers
This change means all individual health insurance plans, including family floater policies, those for senior citizens, and reinsurance, are now exempt from GST.
New Delhi: Good news for everyone with life and health insurance, as your insurance premiums have gotten cheaper from today. The 18 per cent Goods and Services Tax (GST) on these policies has been completely removed as part of the new GST 2.0 reforms. This change means all individual health insurance plans, including family floater policies, those for senior citizens, and reinsurance, are now exempt from GST. What Does The GST Exemption Entail? Previously, insurance premiums attracted…
Kieron Pollard achieves massive feat, surpasses Dwayne Bravo in elite list after CPL 2025 win
Veteran all-rounder Kieron Pollard helped Trinbago Knight Riders win their fifth CPL title after the side defeated Guyana Amazon Warriors in the CPL 2025 final. Winning the game, the all-rounder achieved a massive feat, surpassing Bravo. Providence (Guyana) : Veteran all-rounder Kieron Pollard continues to impress even in the twilight of his career. The 38-year-old helped Trinbago Knight Riders win their fifth CPL (Caribbean Premier League) title after they defeated Guyana Amazon Warriors in the CPL 2025 final. Winning the title, Pollard became the player with the most T20 tournament finals won, surpassing Dwayne Bravo.ย Before the CPL 2025 final,…
Putin announces extension of nuclear arms treaty with US for one more year, but on one condition
The new START treaty, signed in 2010 by the United States and Russia, is the last active arms control pact between the two nuclear powers. Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday that Moscow will continue to observe nuclear arms limits for another year after its nuclear treaty with the United States expires in February. The New START treaty is the last active arms control agreement between the two countries. Addressing Russiaโs Security Council, Putin warned that ending the pact could harm global stability. He added that Russia expects Washington to do the same and respect the treatyโs limits.…
Gamechanger! 30-km expressway to Jewar Airport promises faster DelhiโNoida travel – Details
Earlier, the Noida Authority had given its in-principle clearance for building a riverside expressway in March 2025. The move was aimed at decongesting the already burdened Noida-Greater Noida Expressway. Mumbai: In a significant boost to road connectivity in Delhi-NCR, the Central government has given its approval for a 30-km new expressway aimed at connecting Delhi, Noida, and Greater Noida with the upcoming Jewar International Airport. Running parallel to the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway, the proposed road will connect the Pushta Road with both the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway and the Yamuna Expressway, a News18 report says.ย Nitin Gadkari Gives Assurance Initially, the…
Blow for India, Rishabh Pant set to miss home Test series against West Indies
Rishabh Pant had picked up an injury to his left foot during the fourth Test of India's last Test series against England. In what is a major blow for the Indian team, the star wicketkeeper batter is set to miss the upcoming Test series against the West Indies. New Delhi: In a blow for the Indian cricket team, star wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant is set to miss the upcoming home Test series against the West Indies, starting from October 2, due to his fractured left foot, ESPNCricinfo reported. Pant suffered an injury to his left foot during the fourth Test match…
Trump administration LIVE: US President likely to make major announcement on Autism today
Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person communicates, interacts and experiences the world. It often includes differences in social skills, repetitive behaviors and sensory sensitivities. Washington: US President Donald Trump is set to make a major announcement shortly, which is likely to serve as a major milestone in the medical field. This came a day after Trump on Sunday hinted that the United States is believed to have found an โanswerโ to autism. โI think we found an answer to autism. Itโs going to be one of the most important news conferences Iโll ever have, and I…
No more risky train rides! Mumbai Locals to roll out sensor-based doors soon
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, while speaking at the Bullet TrainโShilphata Tunnel breakthrough event in Ghansoli, stressed that the governmentโs focus is on passenger safety. Mumbai: Mumbaiโs suburban rail network is set to undergo its most significant safety upgrade in decades, with facilities like automatic doors slated to become a standard feature in both air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned rakes by this yearโs end. According to a report by The Indian Express, the latest development follows repeated accidents, including the June Mumbra tragedy. The accident saw four people lose their lives after falling from an overcrowded local. Automatic Doors To Be Standard…
How can India and Pakistan meet in Asia Cup 2025 final despite latter’s loss in Super Four?
India brushed Pakistan aside in the second meeting between the arch-rivals in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025. The Men in Blue chased down 172 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium with a strong six-wicket win. Here is how India and Pakistan can meet each other in Asia Cup 2025 final. New Delhi: India handed Pakistan another comprehensive defeat in the Asia Cup 2025 with a superb batting display in their Super Four meeting at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, September 21. Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill led India's charge with the bat as they put up a 105-run…