Evening Brief, September 09, 2024

18% GST On Transactions Up To Rs 2000 Delayed!

In the 54th meeting of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, held on Monday under the chairmanship of Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, it was decided to refer the proposal for an 18% GST on online transactions below Rs 2,000 for payment aggregators to the fitment committee for further deliberation. Read More

Kolkata Doctor Death: File New Status Report, SC To CB

The Supreme Court on Monday ordered the immediate removal of all photos of the victim from social media. The Court also raised multiple concerns regarding the post-mortem report in a case of alleged rape and murder. Read More

Delhi Govt Outlaws Crackers To Fight Air Pollution

The Delhi government has announced a complete ban on production, storage, sale, and use of firecrackers in the national capital to address air pollution during winter. The ban will remain in place till January 1, 2025. Read More

Mpox Alert: Centre Tells States To Step Up Screening

The Centre on Monday advised states and union territories to screen and test all suspect mpox cases in the community, and identify isolation facilities in hospitals for both suspect and confirmed patients. Read More