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Mozambique on edge as judges rule on disputed election
3 hours, 40 minutes ago

Mozambique on edge as judges rule on disputed election

Raw Story  

Tension was mounting in Mozambique Monday with judges about to rule on its disputed election, with the opposition leader vowing "chaos" if the ruling party is confirmed as the winner in a standoff that has already claimed at least 130 lives. "The Constitutional Council's ruling will lead Mozambique either to peace or chaos," Mondlane said in an online address, promising …

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Caramel Popcorn Contains Added Sugar, Tax Rate Will Be Higher Than Namkeen, Clarifies GST Council
7 hours, 24 minutes ago

Caramel Popcorn Contains Added Sugar, Tax Rate Will Be Higher Than Namkeen, Clarifies GST Council

Live Law  

The GST Council in its 55th Meeting chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced significant changes to the GST regime. Caramelised popcorn comes with added sugar therefore the tax rate for such a popcorn will be different from the Namkeen. It was further clarified that whether it is carbonated drink or juice with added sugar attracts a different tax rate. …

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Bombay High Court Weekly Round-Up: December 16 - December 22, 2024
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10 hours, 45 minutes ago

Bombay High Court Weekly Round-Up: December 16 - December 22, 2024

Live Law  

2024 LiveLaw 636 to 2024 LiveLaw 649 Nominal Index: Shriraj Nageshwar Aepurwar vs. State of Maharashtra, 2024 LiveLaw 636 ABC vs Maharashtra, 2024 LiveLaw 637 Gujarati Kelavani Mandal & Anr. The State of Maharashtra & Ors., 2024 LiveLaw 648 Lalit Modi vs BCCI and Others, 2024 LiveLaw 649 Judgments/Final Orders: Bombay HC Slaps ₹50K Cost On Litigant For Making 'Unsubstantiated' …

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We have audio, video proof of Ravi using derogatory remarks against Laxmi Hebbalkar: CM Siddaramaiah
14 hours, 46 minutes ago

We have audio, video proof of Ravi using derogatory remarks against Laxmi Hebbalkar: CM Siddaramaiah

New Indian Express  

KALABURAGI: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday said audio and video evidence exists to prove that BJP MLC CT Ravi used derogatory remarks against Women and Child Development Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar on the floor of the Council in Belagavi on December 19. Speaking to the media in Kalaburagi, Siddaramaiah said that the words used by MLC CT Ravi against minister Laxmi …

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DC Edit | Rationalise GST in two slabs
19 hours, 27 minutes ago

DC Edit | Rationalise GST in two slabs

Deccan Chronicle  

The Goods and Services Tax Council meeting appears to have ended up as a no-event without taking any major decision. While on one hand the government advocates rationalisation of tax slabs, on the other, it proposed three different rates for popcorn based on its taste and packaging. Pre-packed and labelled salted and spicy, ready-to-eat popcorn will attract 12 per cent …

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Denial For Slaughterhouse Permit On Ground That A City Is A 'Religious' One Is 'Wholly Unacceptable': MP High Court
1 day, 2 hours ago

Denial For Slaughterhouse Permit On Ground That A City Is A 'Religious' One Is 'Wholly Unacceptable': MP High Court

Live Law  

The Madhya Pradesh High Court recently stated that denying a permit for the establishment of a slaughterhouse on the grounds that a city is religious—in the instant case, Mandsaur city—is wholly unacceptable. With this, the High Court directed the Municipal Council of Mandsaur to issue a No Objection Certificate to Petitioner Sabir Hussain, seeking permission to establish a slaughterhouse in …

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Arunachal committed to support GST reforms for economic growth: Deputy CM
1 day, 7 hours ago

Arunachal committed to support GST reforms for economic growth: Deputy CM

The Hindu  

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein stated that the government is committed to support GST reforms for fostering economic growth and ease of compliance for all stakeholders in the State. Speaking at the 55th GST Council meeting at Jaisalmer in Rajasthan on Saturday, Mr. Mein, who also holds the Finance portfolio, said that the state government remained dedicated to …

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The Hindu Morning Digest, December 22, 2024
1 day, 13 hours ago

The Hindu Morning Digest, December 22, 2024

The Hindu  

Maharashtra portfolios: Fadnavis keeps Home, Shinde Urban Development; Ajit gets Finance Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis retained Home department and law and judiciary department, while Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar got Urban Development department and finance department respectively, in the portfolio allocation among the cabinet ministers in Maharashtra. Congress steps up campaign over Amit Shah’s remarks on …

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GST’s popcorn moment leaves everyone with bitter aftertaste
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1 day, 14 hours ago

GST’s popcorn moment leaves everyone with bitter aftertaste

New Indian Express  

The 55th GST Council meeting ended without any significant announcements. While it is true that with every passing year, the GST—once hailed as a good and simple tax—is becoming more complex, one cannot deny that tax rules, beyond a point, cannot be simple, howsoever hard one may try. The issue of the tax rate of Malabar parotta is yet to …

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55th GST council meeting in Jaisalmer on December 21, 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman media briefing
2 days ago

55th GST council meeting in Jaisalmer on December 21, 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman media briefing

The Hindu  

A much-anticipated review of the Goods and Services Tax levies on life and health insurance policies was put off by the apex body in charge of the indirect tax regime, the GST Council at its 55th meeting on Saturday, as some members sought more discussions on the matter before taking a final call. Moreover, rate rationalisation suggestions pertaining to about …

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Karnataka: Women's Commission Seeks Probe Into BJP MLC’s Slur
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2 days, 3 hours ago

Karnataka: Women's Commission Seeks Probe Into BJP MLC’s Slur

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Karnataka State Commission for Women Chairman Dr Nagalakshmi Chowdhury on Saturday made an appeal to Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti to order an high-level investigation into the alleged derogatory slur made by Bharatiya Janata Party MLC and former minister C.T. Ravi against Congress leader and Minister for Women and Child Welfare Laxmi Hebbalkar during the recent winter Assembly session in …

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Inside Britain's saddest shopping centre: Town centre mall empty just DAYS before Christmas as depressed locals say 'it's a disgrace'
2 days, 3 hours ago

Inside Britain's saddest shopping centre: Town centre mall empty just DAYS before Christmas as depressed locals say 'it's a disgrace'

Daily Mail  

To venture into Evesham's Riverside Shopping Centre is like accidentally finding yourself on the set of a Christmas horror film. Picture the scene: it's four days until Christmas and the six-story car park appears deserted The central feature now is a cordoned off area under the domed, glass roof where strategically placed buckets collect water when it rains Of over …

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Former SC Judge Justice Madan Lokur To Head UN Internal Justice Council
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2 days, 4 hours ago

Former SC Judge Justice Madan Lokur To Head UN Internal Justice Council

ABP News  

New Delhi, Dec 21 Former Supreme Court judge Madan B Lokur has been appointed as chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council for a term ending on November 12, 2028. In a communication to Justice Lokur, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the retired top court judge would head the council which also comprises other distinguished jurists. "I have the …

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GST Council Delays Decision On Tax Reduction For Life, Health Insurance Premiums
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2 days, 5 hours ago

GST Council Delays Decision On Tax Reduction For Life, Health Insurance Premiums

ABP News  

The GST Council on Saturday deferred its decision on reducing the tax rate on life and health insurance premiums, according to officials. The GoM also recommended exempting GST from health insurance premiums paid by individuals, excluding senior citizens, for policies with coverage up to Rs 5 lakh. However, premiums for health insurance policies offering coverage exceeding Rs 5 lakh will …

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Karnataka Women’s Commission Seeks Probe Against BJP MLC CT Ravi Over Derogatory Remarks
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2 days, 5 hours ago

Karnataka Women’s Commission Seeks Probe Against BJP MLC CT Ravi Over Derogatory Remarks

ABP News  

The Karnataka State Women’s Commission has called for a high-level inquiry into allegations that BJP MLC C T Ravi used derogatory language against Minister for Women and Child Development Laxmi Hebbalkar during a session of the Legislative Council on December 19. Commission chairperson Nagalakshmi Chowdhary wrote to Legislative Council Chairperson Basavaraj Horatti, condemning Ravi's remarks as an affront to women’s …

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GST Council meets to decide on lower taxes on insurance policies, ATF inclusion
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2 days, 6 hours ago

GST Council meets to decide on lower taxes on insurance policies, ATF inclusion

Deccan Chronicle  

Jaisalmer: The 55th GST Council meeting which is expected to decide on reducing the tax rate on health and life insurance, besides considering rate rejigs on 148 items began here on Saturday. However, 18 per cent GST will continue on premiums paid for policies with health insurance cover of over Rs 5 lakh. The four-tier tax slab of 5, 12, …

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GST Council postpones decision to cut tax on insurance, rate panel defers report submission
Top News
2 days, 7 hours ago

GST Council postpones decision to cut tax on insurance, rate panel defers report submission

The Hindu  

A GST Council meeting on Saturday postponed a decision on reducing taxes on health and life insurance, while the much talked-about GoM recommendation of rate rejig in 148 items was not tabled before the Council. “We will submit the GoM report on rate rationalisation in next meeting of Council,” said Mr. Chaudhary who is the convenor of the panel. The …

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Former Supreme Court Judge Madan Lokur Appointed As United Nations Internal Justice Council Chairperson
Top News
2 days, 7 hours ago

Former Supreme Court Judge Madan Lokur Appointed As United Nations Internal Justice Council Chairperson

Live Law  

The Secretary-General of the United Nations has appointed former Supreme Court Judge Madan B Lokur as the Chairperson of the UN Internal Justice Council. In a letter addressed to Justice Lokur, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his congratulations on the appointment to the Council, which was termed as a "key pillar of the administration of justice at the United Nations." …

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Former Supreme Court Judge Madan Lokur Appointed As United Nations Internal Justice Council Chairperson
Top News
2 days, 7 hours ago

Former Supreme Court Judge Madan Lokur Appointed As United Nations Internal Justice Council Chairperson

Live Law  

The Secretary-General of the United Nations has appointed former Supreme Court Judge Madan B Lokur as the Chairperson of the UN Internal Justice Council. In a letter addressed to Justice Lokur, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his congratulations on the appointment to the Council, which was termed as a "key pillar of the administration of justice at the United Nations." …

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55th GST Council Meeting: Raises tax on used car sales; postpones debates on insurance, 'sin' products
2 days, 14 hours ago

55th GST Council Meeting: Raises tax on used car sales; postpones debates on insurance, 'sin' products

New Indian Express  

The 55th Goods and Services Tax Council meeting, held in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, under Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday, deferred discussions on the much-anticipated proposal to restructure GST on insurance premiums. The GST Council also postponed discussions on the widely discussed rate rationalisation for various consumer items, including so-called ‘sin’ products. Under the current GST framework, e-commerce platforms face specific …

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Winners emerge as L.A. council members receive new assignments for 2025
2 days, 14 hours ago

Winners emerge as L.A. council members receive new assignments for 2025

LA Times  

Los Angeles City Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez, pictured at a rally last month in Lincoln Heights, came out a winner in this year’s batch of council committee assignments. She assailed the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, saying efforts to get information from that agency has been “the merry go round from hell.” In recent weeks, Rodriguez criticized Harris-Dawson over his push …

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Who is the politician at the center of the latest Chinese influence scandal?
2 days, 14 hours ago

Who is the politician at the center of the latest Chinese influence scandal?

LA Times  

An Arcadia City Council member is the fiancée of a man charged by federal prosecutors this week with acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government by attempting to influence local politicians, according to court records and interviews. “He’s been very active in Southern California for a long time.” Residents said Sun threw and promoted numerous events in the …

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Taxpayers set to shoulder £43billion worth of council debt under Labour's devolution plans
2 days, 17 hours ago

Taxpayers set to shoulder £43billion worth of council debt under Labour's devolution plans

Daily Mail  

Taxpayers are set to bear the burden of £43billion worth of council debt under Labour's plans to create 'super-councils' via their local authority reform. Thurrock Council was left with more than £1billion worth of debt after investing in a solar farm tycoon who used taxpayer cash to buy luxury goods including a yacht and a private jet Ministers want to …

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BJP MLCs lodge complaint with Council chairperson over breach of legislative privileges in Winter session
2 days, 20 hours ago

BJP MLCs lodge complaint with Council chairperson over breach of legislative privileges in Winter session

Deccan Chronicle  

Hubballi: BJP MLCs N. Ravi Kumar and D.S. Arun lodged a formal complaint with the Chairperson of the Legislative Council, alleging a breach of legislative privileges during the final day of the winter session at Suvarna Vidhana Soudha on December 19. It further stated that police forcibly detained BJP legislators who were peacefully protesting on the Vidhana Soudha steps, with …

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