GST Council Announces Biometric Aadhaar Authentication and Key Reforms in 53rd Meet
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled significant reforms and decisions following the 53rd GST Council meeting, held on Saturday. Among the major announcements, the introduction of biometric-based Aadhaar authentication to curb fake invoicing stood out as a pivotal measure to enhance tax compliance. “In a move to combat fraudulent input tax
CNG Prices Surge Across Delhi-NCR and Neighboring Cities; Check the Latest Rates Here
In a recent development, Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has raised the prices of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) by ₹1 per kg in Delhi and surrounding areas, including parts of Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. Effective from 6 am on June 22, this increase brings the price of CNG in Delhi
International Yoga Day 2024: Celebrating Unity of Mind and Body
International Yoga Day 2024 is observed worldwide on June 21st, highlighting the profound benefits of yoga for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead this year’s celebrations in Srinagar. Yoga, originating from the Sanskrit word “yuj,” meaning “to join” or “to unite,” symbolizes the union of
Zerodha Faces Second Technical Glitch in Two Weeks; Users Report Frozen Screens
Zerodha, a leading stock broking firm, encountered another technical glitch on Friday, leaving many users frustrated with their trading app Kite. Reports flooded social media with complaints of screens freezing and other operational issues. According to users on various platforms, the Zerodha trading platform was unresponsive for a brief period
Ex-OpenAI Cofounder Launches Safe Superintelligence Inc. to Pave Way for Secure AI Development
Ilya Sutskever, a prominent AI researcher and former cofounder of OpenAI, has unveiled his latest venture aimed at ensuring the safe development of superintelligent artificial intelligence. Sutskever announced the establishment of Safe Superintelligence Inc. on Wednesday, marking a strategic move to prioritize AI safety without the typical constraints of commercial
Accenture Reports $16.5 Billion in Q3 Revenue, Increases Dividend Amid Strong Bookings
Accenture, a global IT leader, has released its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2024, ending May 31, 2024. The company reported revenues of $16.5 billion, showing a slight decrease of 1% in U.S. dollars but a 1.4% increase in local currency. Consulting revenues totaled $8.5 billion, with
Over 1,000 Hajj Pilgrims Succumb to Record Heat in Saudi Arabia
As scorching temperatures grip parts of Asia, more than 1,000 pilgrims have tragically lost their lives during this year’s hajj in Saudi Arabia, according to an AFP tally. Reports indicate that a significant number of these deaths occurred among unregistered worshippers who endured extreme heat during the pilgrimage. Thursday’s reports
UK PM Sunak’s Campaign Chief Steps Down Amid Gambling Scandal
The Conservative Party’s campaign director for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Tony Lee, has stepped aside just two weeks before the upcoming election amidst a gambling controversy. Reports surfaced alleging that Lee and his wife, Laura Saunders, a parliamentary candidate, are under investigation for placing bets on the election date. The
Priyanka Chopra’s New York Restaurant Sona Set to Close Doors After Celebrity-Filled Run
Priyanka Chopra’s venture into the New York restaurant scene, Sona, known for its modern take on Indian cuisine, is bidding farewell after three years. The establishment, co-founded with Maneesh Goyal, will serve its final brunch on June 30, marking the end of an era that began with a traditional Indian
Trudeau Sees New Prospects for Engagement with India Post-G7 Summit
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed optimism about fostering closer ties with India following his recent meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G7 summit in Italy. Trudeau highlighted the importance of these relations, emphasizing significant economic and people-to-people connections between the two nations. Speaking to Canadian media, Trudeau