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Big boost for real estate, say industry experts on GST relief on construction materials

Big boost for real estate, say industry experts on GST relief on construction materials

The central government's decision to reduce the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on cement and steel has been hailed as a game-changing move by leaders from the real estate industry. New Delhi: GST Council has approved a complete overhaul of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime. The panel approved simplifying the GST from the current four slabs - 5 per cent, 12 per cent, 18 per cent and 28 per cent - to a two-rate structure of 5 per cent and 18 per cent. A special 40 per cent slab is also proposed for a select few items such…
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Shehnaaz Gillโ€™s โ€˜Ikk Kudiโ€™ delayed due to Punjab floods

Shehnaaz Gillโ€™s โ€˜Ikk Kudiโ€™ delayed due to Punjab floods

The release of Shehnaaz Gillโ€™s Punjabi social drama โ€œIkk Kudiโ€ has been delayed due to the ongoing floods in Punjab. ย  Originally scheduled to be released on September 19, the film will now release on October 31. ย  Extending their support to the people of Punjab, the makers took to Instagram to announce the delay in the filmโ€™s release. ย  โ€œThe entire team of Ikk Kudi has decided to postpone the release of the film to 31st October 2025. Due to the unexpected and severe flood situation across several regions of Punjab, we feel it is our responsibility to stand…
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India vs Afghanistan live: When and where to watch CAFA Nations Cup clash?

India vs Afghanistan live: When and where to watch CAFA Nations Cup clash?

India will play Afghanistan in their final group stage game of the CAFA Nations Cup on September 4. A win can help the Blue Tigers earn a spot in the third-place clash. They started the tournament with a win over Tajikistan and a defeat to Iran. New Delhi: India are set for a high-stakes showdown against Afghanistan today in their final group match of the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup. The match at the Hisor Central Stadium carries significant weight for both sides, but especially for India, who are fighting to secure a place in the third-place playoff. With a win…
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Zelenskyy meets European allies in Paris over security guarantees; Russia issues warning

Zelenskyy meets European allies in Paris over security guarantees; Russia issues warning

Ukraine conflict: As 'Coalition of the Willing' leaders meet in Paris, Russia issued a warning to Europe on Thursday, saying it does not "intend to discuss unacceptable foreign intervention in Ukraine in any form whatsoever". Paris: Amid threats from Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks on Thursday with around 30 Western leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, in Paris, as the world pushes to find a solution to end the Ukraine conflict. The summit in Paris, held under the banner 'Coalition of the Willing', is being attended by leaders from Europe, Australia, Canada and Japan.ย  The coalition leaders, including…
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Bank Holiday: Are banks open or closed tomorrow, on September 5? Check details here

Bank Holiday: Are banks open or closed tomorrow, on September 5? Check details here

Bank Holiday on September 5, 2025: If you are planning to go to the bank, you must check whether banks are open or closed in your state. New Delhi: Banks will remain closed in some parts of the country on Friday, September 5, 2025. According to the Reserve Bank of India's list of holidays, both public and private sector banks will remain closed on this day due to Eid-e-Milad un-Nabi and Thiruvonam (Onam) festivals. If you are planning to go to the bank, you must check whether banks are open or closed in your state. As it is not a…
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‘I’m not a fan’: Jamie Carragher slams Alejandro Garnacho following his move to Chelsea FC

‘I’m not a fan’: Jamie Carragher slams Alejandro Garnacho following his move to Chelsea FC

Former English footballer Jamie Carragher recently came forward and slammed Chelsea's latest signing Alejandro Garnacho after he was spotted in attendance of Chelsea's recent win against Fulham in the Premier League. London: Argentina forward Alejandro Garnacho recently completed his move from Manchester United to Chelsea. The winger moved from Manchester to London for a reported fee of Rs 4,73,67,56,000. After his move was completed, Garnacho was seen present at Stamford Bridge, watching the game between Chelsea and Fulham.ย  However, former England footballer Jamie Carragher took centre stage and pointed out how he did not like how Garnacho was on his…
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Gujarat Gas to Oil India, these stocks traded ex-dividend today – Check details

Gujarat Gas to Oil India, these stocks traded ex-dividend today – Check details

Under the T+1 settlement method, investors will be eligible for a dividend if they have purchased stock of these companies at least one day before the record date. Mumbai: NTPC, Kalyan Jewellers, ONGC, Gujarat Gas, and Oil India were among the stocks that were in focus today as they traded ex-dividend on September 4, 2025. Like many other firms, these entities had set September 4 as the record date to identify and approve a list of stakeholders who are eligible to process dividend payments. Under the T+1 settlement method, investors will be eligible for a dividend if they have purchased…
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New GST reform puts IPL tickets in 40 per cent tax bracket, prices set to increase

New GST reform puts IPL tickets in 40 per cent tax bracket, prices set to increase

According to the newly established GST reform, the IPL ticket prices have been put under the 40 per cent tax slab, which will see the prices of tickets increase dramatically. The new reform will come into effect from September 22. New Delhi: In a major development for cricket fanatics, the prices of IPL tickets are set to increase as the new GST reforms were announced on Wednesday, September 3. According to the previous reform, the IPL tickets had been under the 28 per cent tax slab. However, the new reform put the price of IPL tickets in the 40 per…
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Attention passengers: Watching reels on train after 10 pm could land you in trouble, check guidelines

Attention passengers: Watching reels on train after 10 pm could land you in trouble, check guidelines

The Indian Railways, in its latest guidelines, stated that any activity that causes disturbance to other passengers should not be conducted. The prime objective of this rule is to ensure that every passenger gets a complete opportunity for sleep and rest during the journey. New Delhi: Attention passengers. If you are travelling on trains and watching reels on trains after 10 pm, it could land you in trouble. Recently, the Indian Railways implemented the 'After 10 PM Rule' for train passengers in order to make night travel comfortable. As part of the new guidelines, maintaining silence in the train…
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Jannik Sinner breezes into US Open 2025 semi-finals with comfortable win against Lorenzo Musetti

Jannik Sinner breezes into US Open 2025 semi-finals with comfortable win against Lorenzo Musetti

World number 1 Jannik Sinner put in an excellent performance against compatriot Lorenzo Musetti in the US Open 2025 quarter-final, booking his berth in the last four of the tournament, he talked about his stellar performance after the game. New York: World number one Jannik Sinner has been in incredible form in the ongoing US Open 2025. With a straight-set victory in the first and second rounds of the tournament, Sinner dropped one set against Shapovalov in his third round but registered a comfortable win, winning the next three sets.ย  Furthermore, he defeated Bublik in the round of 16 and…
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