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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.

Indian Government’s New EV Policy Could Make Electric Cars More Affordable

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The Indian government’s new Electric Vehicle (EV) policy, announced in March 2024, aims to attract global automakers like Tesla and others to invest in the country. While initially focused on new manufacturing plants, the government is now considering extending benefits to automakers producing electric models at existing factories. This move could significantly lower the prices of electric cars in India. The policy includes reduced import duties on CKD units, expected to benefit brands like Hyundai, Toyota, and Volkswagen, and help make EVs more affordable. With growing EV options and an expanding charging network, now may be the right time to consider buying an electric car.

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