The central government is likely to propose legislation during Parliament’s winter session to implement a tax on tobacco and related products, potentially replacing the existing GST compensation cess levied on these items.The present compensation cess, applied alongside the 28% GST, is expected to remain for a minimum of three months, allowing the government to complete…
File picture of Neeraj Phogat A chance encounter with boxing during a college visit by an army coach sowed the seeds of a dream that would eventually take her to the world stage. Though her roots belong to the celebrated Phogat clan — famed for wrestling — Neeraj Phogat chose a different ring, trading wrestling…
Tiger Shroff’s return to the Baaghi franchise with its fourth installment has yielded modest results, barely surpassing the opening day collection of the original 2016 film. While known for action, the film’s ‘A’ rating and polarizing reviews have impacted its performance. Baaghi 4 faces competition from ‘The Bengal Files’ and ‘The Conjuring: Final Rights,’ potentially…
Fatima Sana Khan of Team Pakistan (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images) Pakistan have decided to skip the ICC Women’s World Cup opening ceremony in Guwahati on September 30, according to the latest report from Pakistani news outlet Geo Super.The grand opening ceremony will feature renowned Indian singer Shreya Ghoshal performing before the tournament’s first match…
Pancreatic diseases, particularly pancreatic cancer, are often known for causing digestive issues, abdominal pain, and weight loss. However, many people are unaware that they can also cause visible changes to the skin. These cutaneous manifestations may appear before other symptoms, acting as early warning signs of underlying pancreatic problems. Recognising these signs can help in…
PM Modi and US President Donald Trump (File photo) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday responded to US President Donald Trump’s recent remarks describing him as a “great Prime Minister” and a “friend.” PM Modi said he “deeply appreciate and fully reciprocate” Trump’s sentiments.The exchange between the two leaders comes at a time…
AR Murugadoss’ action thriller ‘Madharasi’, starring Sivakarthikeyan and Rukmini Vasanth, has kicked off with a bang at the box office. Released on 5 September 2025, the film went head-to-head with some big titles but still managed to make an impressive start. ‘Madharasi’ enjoys strong opening despite competition ‘Madharasi’ had to fight for space at the…
Aryna Sabalenka and Amanda Anisimova (Getty Images) New York: The US Open final promises high-voltage drama as Aryna Sabalenka and Amanda Anisimova face off for one of the biggest prizes in tennis, a staggering $5 million. The defending champion’s serve will be tested by the season’s fiercest return game. Anisimova’s head-to-head record against two of…
Anushka Shetty’s latest action entertainer ‘Ghaati’ has opened on a promising note at the box office. According to early estimates, the film earned an India net collection of around Rs 2 crore on its first day. According to the Sacnilk, the film recorded an overall Telugu occupancy of 23.98% on Friday, September 5, 2025. Hyderabad…
Kylian Mbappé (Photo by Mateusz Slodkowski/Getty Images) Kylian Mbappé returned to World Cup action on Friday, scoring a goal in France’s 2-0 victory over Ukraine in their 2026 World Cup qualifying match in neutral Poland. This marked France’s and Mbappé’s first World Cup appearance since his hat trick in the 2022 final loss to Argentina.In…
