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13 Feb

Indian Army Reaffirms Ceasefire Along LoC Amid Reports of Cross-Border Tensions

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New Delhi (National Times): The Indian Army on Thursday clarified that the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) continues to be upheld, despite reports suggesting Pakistani casualties following an alleged Indian retaliation. The Army emphasized that the agreement between the two nations remains in force and that no heavy-caliber weapons have been used in any exchange. Minor Incidents Addressed Through Military Channels In an official statement, the Indian Army acknowledged "stray incidents" of cross-border firing and a suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast, but assured that these incidents were being handled through established military communication channels. “There has been…

13 Feb

Manish Tewari Slams New Income Tax Bill, Calls It More Complex Than Existing Law

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaIncome Tax Bill 2025, Manish Tewari, Nirmala Sitharaman

New Delhi, February 13, 2025: Congress MP Manish Tewari on Thursday criticized the Income Tax Bill, 2025, arguing that despite Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s claims of simplification, the proposed legislation is more complex than the existing tax framework. He pointed out that while the current Income Tax Act, 1961, has 296 sections, the new bill expands to over 500 sections. Additionally, the previous law contained five schedules, whereas the new bill includes 14, further complicating the tax structure instead of streamlining it.The government has defended the bill, emphasizing that it is designed to reduce litigation, simplify language, and improve…

13 Feb

Nirmala Sitharaman to Introduce Income Tax Bill, 2025, in Parliament on February 13

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaIncome Tax Act 1961, Income Tax Bill 2025, Indian tax reforms, Nirmala Sitharaman

New Delhi, February 13, 2025: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce the much-anticipated Income Tax Bill, 2025, in Parliament on February 13. The proposed legislation seeks to replace the outdated Income Tax Act, 1961, which has grown increasingly complex over the decades due to numerous amendments. If passed, the new law will come into effect from April 1, 2026, ushering in a streamlined and modernized tax system. The bill will be referred to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance for further discussion and consultations.The need for a new income tax law stems from the fact that the current Income…

13 Feb

SGPC Welcomes Sajjan Kumar’s Conviction in 1984 Sikh Genocide Case, Demands Strictest Punishment

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Amritsar, February 12, 2025: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami has welcomed the Delhi Rouse Avenue Court’s conviction of Congress leader Sajjan Kumar in a case related to the 1984 Sikh Genocide, calling for the strictest punishment. Advocate Dhami stated that the 1984 Sikh Genocide remains one of the darkest chapters in human history, and despite four decades, victims are still struggling for justice, which is a shame for the world’s largest democracy. He emphasized that Sajjan Kumar’s conviction should serve as a precedent and urged that all other accused Congress leaders, including Jagdish Tytler, must…

12 Feb

Andhra Pradesh to Promote ‘Work from Home’ for Women, Says CM Chandrababu Naidu

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAndhra Pradesh, CM Chandrababu Naidu, Work from home

Amaravati, February 12, 2025: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has announced a major push for remote work opportunities, particularly for women, as part of the state’s IT & GCC Policy 4.0. Highlighting how the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped work culture, Naidu stated that the initiative would enhance work-life balance and increase workforce participation, making Andhra Pradesh a pioneer in adopting hybrid and remote work models. In a post on X, Naidu wrote, "Andhra Pradesh is planning 'work from home' in a big way, especially for women," emphasizing that coworking spaces (CWS) and neighborhood workspaces (NWS) would be leveraged to support…

12 Feb

Samay Raina Removes ‘India’s Got Latent’ Episodes Amid Controversy Over Ranveer Allahbadia’s Remark

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, IndiaIndia’s Got Latent removed, Ranveer Allahbadia remarks, Samay Raina controversy

Mumbai, February 12, 2025: Popular comedian Samay Raina has taken down all episodes of his YouTube show India’s Got Latent following backlash over influencer Ranveer Allahbadia’s controversial remarks, which sparked nationwide outrage.In his first statement since the controversy erupted, Raina expressed distress over the situation, stating that he never intended to offend anyone and was only focused on bringing laughter to people. "Everything that is happening has been too much for me to handle. I have removed all India’s Got Latent videos from my channel. My only objective was to make people laugh and have a good time. I will…

12 Feb

Acharya Satyendra Das, Chief Priest of Ayodhya’s Ram Temple, Passes Away at 84

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Lucknow, February 12, 2025: Acharya Satyendra Das, the chief priest of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya, passed away on Wednesday at Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI), Lucknow. He was 84 years old.Acharya Satyendra Das was admitted to the High Dependency Unit (HDU) of the Neurology ward at SGPGI on February 3 after suffering a severe brain stroke. He remained under constant medical supervision but succumbed to his illness despite extensive efforts by the medical team.Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had visited the ailing priest at SGPGI a day after his stroke, expressing concern and…

11 Feb

PM Modi and US VP JD Vance Share Spotlight at AI Action Summit in Paris, Strengthening Global Tech Diplomacy

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Paris [France], February 11, 2025 (ANI):Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Vice President JD Vance were seen seated side-by-side at the AI Action Summit in Paris on Tuesday, attentively listening to French President Emmanuel Macron as he outlined the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This high-profile appearance followed a brief informal interaction between the leaders during a dinner hosted for global dignitaries at the Élysée Palace the previous day.PM Modi received a warm and enthusiastic welcome from President Macron and members of the Indian diaspora upon his arrival in Paris. The French President expressed his excitement for the summit through…

11 Feb

Mukesh Ambani, Four Generations of Family Take Holy Dip at Maha Kumbh

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Prayagraj, February 11, 2025: Business magnate Mukesh Ambani, accompanied by his mother Kokilaben, sons Akash and Anant Ambani, daughters-in-law Shloka Mehta and Radhika Merchant, and grandchildren, participated in the sacred ritual of taking a holy dip at Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. This marked a rare appearance of four generations of the Ambani family united in devotion at one of the most significant spiritual gatherings in the world.The family joined millions of pilgrims at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. They performed Ganga Puja under the guidance of Swami Kailashanand Giri Maharaj…

11 Feb

PM Modi Backs AI Foundation, Calls for Inclusive Global AI Partnership

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Paris [France], February 11, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday welcomed the establishment of the AI Foundation and the Council for Sustainable AI, emphasizing global collaboration in the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Speaking at the AI Action Summit in Paris, which he co-chaired with French President Emmanuel Macron, Modi stressed the importance of making the Global Partnership for AI truly inclusive, particularly by addressing the concerns and priorities of the Global South.“I welcome the decision to set up the AI Foundation and the Council for Sustainable AI. I congratulate France and my dear friend President Macron for these…