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FinMin sets up panels for roll out of GST

June 18, 2015 2:31 am

The committee would “recommend possible tax rates under GST that would be consistent with the present level of revenue collection of Centre and states,” an official statement said.

State FMs agree on R10 lakh threshold for imposing GST

August 21, 2014 12:43 am

Sources said states were opposed to the plan as they wished to have greater control over manufacturing in their regions.

GST Constitution Amendment Bill OK'd

March 15, 2011 5:31 pm

The Union Cabinet today approved Constitution Amendment Bill to pave the way for implementation of Goods and Services Tax,a new indirect tax regime that will subsume various levies such as excise and service tax.

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Chandigarh War Memorial to anchor UT’s Republic Day tableau debut

January 23, 2026 11:33 IST

Chandigarh’s first-ever Republic Day tableau at Bharat Parv 2026 will foreground the Chandigarh War Memorial, honouring post-Independence martyrs while showcasing the city’s blend of remembrance, nature, sport and creative heritage.

As Mumbai’s mayoral post goes to women again, a look at how reservation reshaped civic leadership

January 23, 2026 11:31 IST

Only one woman mayor before 1994; seven elected since reservation was introduced in the BMC

‘I’m not dead’: One person filed objections against 64 voters from same Assam booth, many tell Express they are alive and well

Updated: January 23, 2026 11:31 IST

Similar bulk and fake objections become headache for administration, some constituencies hit pause on process

Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati at Sangam during the Magh Mela, in Prayagraj on Monday. (ANI Photo)

After notice warning he’d be barred, Swami Saraswati warns Prayagraj Magh Mela authority of legal action

Updated: January 23, 2026 11:29 IST

On notice over Shankaracharya title, he says, ‘Questioning beyond jurisdiction of an administrative officer like you’

Preparations begin for electing mayor of Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad

January 23, 2026 11:25 IST

The Pune revenue division has municipal corporations of Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad, Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad, Solapur, Kolhapur and Ichalkaranji in its area. The election for the municipal corporations was held on January 15 and the result was declared on January 16.

The Howrah-Kalka Mail was renamed as Netaji Express in 2021

Indian Railways renamed Kalka Mail as Netaji Express in 2021 – here’s the historic reason

Updated: January 23, 2026 11:22 IST

Kalka Mail Renamed Netaji Express in 2021: Started in the 19th Century as one of the early commercial passenger train services in India, the Kalka mail has always enjoyed a steady patronage and popularity connecting Howrah with Kalka.

Amrit Bharat trains have been introduced to provide affordable, safe and reliable long distance travel for the common passenger. (Image: Ministry of Railways)

PM Modi in Kerala: 4 new trains, including Amrit Bharat Express, flagged off – check inaugural run details

January 23, 2026 11:19 IST

PM Modi visit to Kerala: These new trains will boost the inter-state connectivity across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

End factionalism, don’t go to media raising internal issues: Cong high command warns Punjab unit

January 23, 2026 11:19 IST

The three-hour meeting was held at Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's residence, and was attended attended by Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, along with General Secretary (Organisation) KC Venugopal.

PM Narendra Modi, Modi Singur rally, Bengal elections

PM Modi Kerala Tamil Nadu Visit Live Updates: New realisation has emerged on efforts by Centre for Kerala’s development, says Modi in Kerala

Updated: January 23, 2026 11:46 IST

M Modi Tamil Nadu Visit Today News Live Updates: Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu government is likely to move a resolution opposing the VB G RAM G Act in the state Assembly today

Most Congested Cities with the Worst Traffic in India: New Delhi, the capital city, ranks fourth in India, with an average congestion level of 60.2 per cent.

Top 10 most traffic-congested Indian cities in 2025: Bengaluru leads, while Pune moves ahead of Mumbai at No. 2

January 23, 2026 11:17 IST

Top 10 Most Congested Cities with the Worst Traffic in India: India was ranked the fifth most traffic-congested country globally and second in Asia, with commuters experiencing an average congestion level of 37.4%.