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Bengal BJP chief to hold weekly meet to address grievances

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Sep

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Politics

Bengal BJP chief to hold weekly meet to address grievances

In a first-of-its-kind initiative for the state unit, West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party president Samik Bhattacharya is set to begin holding a weekly ‘Darbar’ from Wednesday, September 3, at the party’s old headquarters on 6 Muralidhar Sen Lane. Although the BJP’s main state office shifted to Sector V, Bidhannagar, some years ago, the Muralidhar Sen Lane address continues to be officially registered as the state headquarters. Despite ongoing renovations at the old building — where major repairs are still underway — a space has been readied amidst construction materials for Bhattacharya to meet party workers directly. According to…

Novak Djokovic breaks 36-year-old record, also sets new Grand Slam record in US Open

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Sep

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Novak Djokovic breaks 36-year-old record, also sets new Grand Slam record in US Open

Novak Djokovic reached his 53rd Grand Slam semi-final, breaking Chris Evert’s record, and became the oldest player to make all four major semis in a year. He defeats Taylor Fritz to set up a blockbuster US Open 2025 semi-final vs Carlos Alcaraz. New York: Tennis legend Novak Djokovic continues to defy age and rewrite history, reaching yet another Grand Slam semi-final with a gritty four-set victory over fourth seed Taylor Fritz at the US Open 2025. Under the lights of Arthur Ashe Stadium, the 38-year-old Serbian star dispatched last year’s finalist with a 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 win to advance…

Will Bhuvneshwar Kumar ever play for India again? Pacer answers

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Sep

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Sports

Will Bhuvneshwar Kumar ever play for India again? Pacer answers

Bhuvneshwar Kumar, out of India’s squad since 2022, says his comeback depends on the selectors. The veteran pacer impressed in IPL 2025 and leads Lucknow Falcons in the UP T20 League. Focused on fitness and domestic form, he remains hopeful for a national return. Lucknow: Veteran Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has spoken candidly about his future with the national team, acknowledging that his return to India colours depends solely on the selectors. The 33-year-old seamer has been out of the Indian setup since late 2022, last appearing in an ODI against South Africa in January and a T20I against New…

Kamindu Mendis’ late fireworks seal dramatic win for Sri Lanka over Zimbabwe

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Sep

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Kamindu Mendis’ late fireworks seal dramatic win for Sri Lanka over Zimbabwe

Kamindu Mendis’ explosive 41* off 16 rescued Sri Lanka from a collapse, sealing a 4-wicket win over Zimbabwe with 5 balls to spare. Brian Bennett’s 81 had powered Zimbabwe to 175, but Mendis’ late blitz, including a 26-run over, turned the match around. Harare: In a contest that swung wildly in the final stages, Kamindu Mendis emerged as the unlikely hero, lifting Sri Lanka to a stunning victory against Zimbabwe in a high-scoring clash. His unbeaten 41 off just 16 balls turned what looked like a certain defeat into a commanding win with five deliveries to spare. Chasing 176, Sri…

GST council announces new slabs: What gets cheaper and what’s costlier | Full list

03

Sep

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Business

GST council announces new slabs: What gets cheaper and what’s costlier | Full list

GST council announces new slabs: While UHT milk will be tax-free now, tax on condensed milk, ghee, butter, paneer and cheese has been reduced from 12-18 per cent to 5 per cent. Meanwhile, tax on goods containing added sugar and sweeteners has been increased from 28 per cent to 40 per cent. New Delhi: Days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced next-generation GST reforms, the GST Council, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Wednesday approved GST rate overhaul, abolishing the 12 per cent and 28 per cent slabs. The announcement was made by Sitharaman, who said these reforms…

TV actor Ashish Kapoor in custody over rape charges

03

Sep

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Entertainment

TV actor Ashish Kapoor in custody over rape charges

Delhi Police apprehended the Television Actor Ashish Kapoor on rape allegations against him. A woman has accused the TV actor of raping her at a house party in the national capital, said an officer on Wednesday. Police said the complainant had met Kapoor on social media and alleged that the incident took place at a party in Delhi in the second week of August. "In her complaint, she stated that Kapoor sexually assaulted her in a washroom," said the officer. According to police, the initial FIR named Kapoor, his friend, the friend's wife, and two unknown persons.…

Asia Cup Hockey 2025: India hold South Korea to 2-2 draw in thrilling Super 4 encounter

03

Sep

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Asia Cup Hockey 2025: India hold South Korea to 2-2 draw in thrilling Super 4 encounter

India drew 2-2 with South Korea in their Asia Cup Hockey 2025 Super 4 clash in Rajgir. Hardik Singh scored early, but Korea responded with two quick goals. Mandeep Singh netted the equaliser in the final quarter to keep India’s hopes of reaching the final alive. Bihar: A gripping encounter between India and South Korea in the Super Four stage of the Hockey Asia Cup 2025 ended in a 2-2 stalemate, keeping the race to the final wide open. Playing in front of a packed home crowd at the Bihar Sports University Hockey Stadium, India showed resilience after trailing, with…

‘Humans may live…’: Hot mic captures Putin, Xi’s conversation on immortality, organ transplant

03

Sep

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World

‘Humans may live…’: Hot mic captures Putin, Xi’s conversation on immortality, organ transplant

As Putin and Xi were walking towards a raised platform in Tiananmen Square for the Victory Parade, the Russian leader's interpreter could be heard saying in Chinese: "Biotechnology is continuously developing." Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin are known for their anti-West stance, and the two have often been caught discussing the same. However, the conversation between the two leaders took an unexpected turn after they started discussing organ transplantation and immortality. Their conversation during a military parade in Beijing was also picked up by a hot microphone. As Putin and Xi were walking towards…

GST council approves two tax slab rates of 5% and 18%, to be rolled out from September 22

03

Sep

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GST council approves two tax slab rates of 5% and 18%, to be rolled out from September 22

The GST council has announced the reduction of tax slabs to two at 5% and 18%, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced. The revised GST structure will come into effect from September 22. New Delhi: The 56th meeting of the GST Council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday, approved a major rationalisation of GST rates, scrapping the existing 12 per cent and 28 per cent slabs. New GST slabs announced The Council cleared a simplified two-rate structure of 5 per cent and 18 per cent, while introducing a new 40 per cent slab for sin and luxury goods. The…

South Africa batter ruled out of ongoing ODI series against England

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Sep

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South Africa batter ruled out of ongoing ODI series against England

Tony de Zorzi has been ruled out of the England ODI series after suffering a hamstring injury in the first match. Matthew Breetzke is set to return, while Kagiso Rabada and Temba Bavuma remain fitness concerns. South Africa lead the series 1-0. Leeds (England): South Africa have been dealt an injury setback in their ongoing ODI series against England, with Tony de Zorzi ruled out for the remainder of the tour. The left-hander sustained a hamstring injury during the first ODI at Headingley while attempting a diving stop on the boundary. The incident occurred as de Zorzi tried to save…