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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.

Puducherry Issues Helplines and Urges Residents to Stay Indoors as ‘Cyclone Fengal’ Brings Heavy Rain to Tamil Nadu

Nation
Authorities in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry are on high alert as Cyclone Fengal approaches the coast, with landfall expected near Puducherry on Saturday, November 30. The India Meteorological Department has warned of wind speeds up to 90 km/h and heavy rainfall across coastal Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and southern Andhra Pradesh. Puducherry’s district administration has urged residents to stay indoors, and schools and colleges are closed. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu has prepared relief camps, relocated evacuees, and deployed disaster response teams. A red alert has been issued for the region, with fishermen advised to avoid the sea.

Cyclonic Storm ‘Fengal’ Intensifies, Landfall Expected Near Puducherry on November 30

Nation
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that the deep depression over the Southwest Bay of Bengal has intensified into Cyclonic Storm 'Fengal' and is expected to make landfall near Puducherry on November 30. The storm, with wind speeds of 70-80 km/h, is forecast to bring heavy rain to several districts, including Chennai, Puducherry, and the surrounding regions. In response, the state government has activated relief measures, including setting up over 2,200 relief camps and deploying disaster response teams. Local authorities are on high alert as the storm approaches.

IMD Issues New Cyclone Alert In Bay of Bengal; Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh for heavy rainfall

Nation
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cyclone alert for the Bay of Bengal, predicting the formation of a low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal by November 23. This system is expected to move west-northwestward and may strengthen into a depression over the central Bay of Bengal. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall continues to affect southern states, especially Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, with severe flooding reported in areas like Thoothukudi. The IMD forecasts isolated heavy rainfall in several regions, including south Tamil Nadu, coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala, through the end of November.

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