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Tashi Namgyal, Hero Who Warned Army About 1999 Pakistan Intrusions, Passes Away

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Tashi Namgyal, the Ladakhi shepherd who played a pivotal role in alerting the Indian Army about Pakistan's intrusion during the 1999 Kargil War, has passed away at the age of 58 in Aryan Valley, Ladakh. Known for his vigilance, Namgyal spotted Pakistani soldiers digging bunkers on the Batalik mountain range and swiftly informed the Indian Army, a timely warning that shaped the military response during the conflict. His actions were instrumental in India’s victory, earning him recognition as a national hero. The Fire and Fury Corps and the Army have paid tribute to his invaluable contribution, with his legacy etched in history.

Congress Criticizes Govt. Over Varied Tax Slabs for Popcorn, Questions PM’s Willingness to Overhaul GST

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Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh criticized the Narendra Modi government over the complexity of the GST system, particularly the "absurdity" of having three different tax slabs for popcorn. He called for a complete overhaul of the system, highlighting how its growing intricacies were facilitating tax evasion, input tax credit fraud, and the establishment of bogus companies. Ramesh also pointed to the recent revelation by the Directorate General of GST Intelligence, which reported a staggering ₹2.01 lakh crore in GST evasion for FY24. As the Union Budget approaches, Ramesh urged the Prime Minister and Finance Minister to launch a GST 2.0 to address these issues.

13 Killed in Mumbai Boat Accident as Indian Navy Craft Loses Control

Accident
A speedboat, identified as an Indian Navy craft, lost control during engine trials off the Mumbai coast on Wednesday, colliding with a passenger ferry and causing it to capsize. The incident resulted in 13 fatalities, including 10 civilians and three Navy personnel. The Navy confirmed that an engine malfunction caused the loss of control, and a large-scale rescue operation was launched, with 101 survivors rescued so far. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed condolences to the victims' families, and search efforts are ongoing to locate missing persons.

Tragic Car Crash in Dehradun Claims 6 Lives, Raises Questions About Alcohol Involvement

Accident
A tragic car accident in Dehradun on Tuesday claimed the lives of six college students and left one critically injured. The group’s Innova car, reportedly speeding, crashed into a truck at ONGC Chowk around 1:30 a.m., killing all passengers at the scene. CCTV footage suggests the car was racing a BMW before the collision. A video from earlier in the evening shows the students partying and consuming alcohol, raising questions about whether intoxication played a role, though police are awaiting autopsy results. The surviving student, Siddhesh Agrawal, sent an emergency SOS from his phone, which may have helped save his life. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, while the families of the deceased mourn the loss of their loved ones.

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