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GST 2.0 to enhance ease of living & ease of doing business: PM Modi

PM Modi to address nation at 5 pm today; GST 2.0 on agenda?

While the exact subject of his address has not been confirmed, speculation is strong that he may speak on the Goods and Services Tax (GST) 2.0 reforms, which are scheduled to come into effect on Monday (September 22).The timing of the Prime Minister's address is significant as it comes just a day before the rollout of GST 2.0, leading many to believe that this will be the focus of his message to the country. Sep 21, 2025
As US restricts H-1B, 'Trump Gold Card' visa goes on sale for $1 million

As US restricts H-1B, 'Trump Gold Card' visa goes on sale for $1 million

"One of the biggest problems we have is that people, they go to the best schools, and they do great, and they get great marks, and then they're thrown out of the country. You're not allowed to stay this way. So, like a signing bonus in baseball or football, a corporation will be able to get them to stay in the country," the US President added. Sep 21, 2025
EOW launches statewide raids in Chhattisgarh excise scam case

EOW launches statewide raids in Chhattisgarh excise scam case

One of the key targets of the raid is a prominent liquor dealer based in Raipur. EOW officials were seen entering his residence with sealed documents and forensic teams, indicating the seriousness of the probe. Sources suggest that the suspect's business dealings are under scrutiny for alleged tax evasion and manipulation of excise records. Sep 21, 2025
$100,000 H-1B Fee: Meta, Amazon Tell Workers to Return to US Before Deadline

Indian Embassy in US issues emergency helpline amid H-1B visa fee

"Indian nationals seeking emergency assistance may call cell number +1-202-550-9931 (and WhatsApp). This number should be used only by Indian nationals seeking immediate emergency assistance and not for routine consular queries," the Embassy stated in a post on X. Sep 21, 2025
'Make in India' Gaining Momentum as Policies Pay Off: Goyal

'Make in India' Gaining Momentum as Policies Pay Off: Piyush Goyal

The minister, while addressing an event on "Celebrating 10 Years of Make in India' said that we are all in mission mode to make it easier to do business in India, to promote manufacturing in India, to support trade and industry, business and commerce, including international trade. Sep 20, 2025
PM Modi inaugurates development projects in Gujarat, stresses importance of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'

Govt Raises Red Flag on Humanitarian Consequences of US H-1B Fee Increase

"The Government has seen reports related to the proposed restrictions on the US H1B visa program. The full implications of the measure are being studied by all concerned, including by Indian industry, which has already put out an initial analysis clarifying some perceptions related to the H1B program," read a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. Sep 20, 2025
Nasscom Warns H-1B Fee Hike Could Impact US Innovation, Jobs

Nasscom Warns H-1B Fee Hike Could Impact US Innovation, Jobs

Reacting to the new White House proclamation, signed by US President Donald trump which introduced a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applications, positioned as part of a broader reform of the skilled worker programme, Nasscom said the timeline for implementation (anyone entering the US after 12:01 a.m., September 21) is also a concern. Sep 20, 2025
Prayers held in Sri Lanka's largest Dawoodi Bohra mosque on PM Modi's 75th birthday

Be it chips or ships, they must be Made in India: PM Modi in Gujarat

Addressing the large gathering at Jawahar Maidan in Bhavnagar, "India is moving forward with the spirit of 'Vishwabandhu' (global brotherhood) and India has no major enemy in the world today, but in true terms, our biggest adversary is dependence on other nations. This dependency must be collectively defeated." Sep 20, 2025
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