35+ min ago (302+ words) The Lok Sabha is set to introduce three new bills on the first day of the winter session of Parliament on Monday, according to an official release. The first is the Manipur Goods and Services Tax (Second Amendment) Bill, 2025, which Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce to amend the Manipur Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. The bill is likely to be introduced in order to have Manipur's GST regulation to be in line with the Centre's new GST slabs. The second is the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill 2025, which encompasses the goods manufactured in India that are outside the central GST framework, which will likely be amended and simplified. The third is the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025 which will levy a new cess to support the Centre's expenditure on national security and public health. The Centre will "levy…...

36+ min ago (98+ words) Despite the falling TRP, the actor believes that "audience appreciation" is the true reward not the TRP rating. Will Shivaji Satam Return In CID 3? As per the outlet, the lead actor, Shivaji, expressed his readiness to return as ACP Pradyuman in CID 3. However, the final decision remains to be taken by the makers. Reports suggest that CID 2 is set to go off-air next month. Additionally, CID 3 is expected to launch a few months after the conclusion of the current season. So far, there is no official confirmation on when will CID 3 release....

36+ min ago (347+ words) Realty firm Lodha Developers Ltd plans to launch 15 housing projects worth Rs 14,000 crore in the second half of the current fiscal to expand its business. Mumbai-based Lodha Developers is one of the leading real estate companies in the country. It sells properties under Lodha brand. According to its latest investors" presentation, Lodha Developers plans to launch 10 million sq ft area for sales across 15 projects during the second half of the 2025-26 fiscal. These projects are located in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), Pune and Bengaluru. During the first quarter of this fiscal, Lodha Developers had launched projects worth Rs 8,300 crore, while it launched projects valuing Rs 4,900 crore in the second quarter of the 2025-26. "Significant launches planned in H2 across cities, on track to meet our FY26 pre-sales guidance of Rs 21,000 crore," the presentation said. Lodha Developers" pre-sales or sales bookings rose 7 per cent…...

2+ hour, 53+ min ago (953+ words) Different zodiac signs will interpret this vibe in a different manner. Some people could experience new beginnings or get unexpected offers, whereas others might find themselves reminiscing, letting go, or setting new boundaries. No matter what your path may be, rely on the stars that they are guiding you towards the right "way. You begin the week with a renewed spark that's been missing for a while. There's a fresh sense of movement around you, almost like something is gently urging you to stop holding back and take action. You may feel clearer, braver and more ready to deal with decisions you've postponed. Career: Your growing confidence won't go unnoticed. Financial: Watch out for small impulsive buys. Health: Energy is good'just don't skip rest. The week unfolds at an easy, steady rhythm, and you're likely to appreciate the calm. There's…...

3+ hour, 8+ min ago (347+ words) The idea behind these new semi-luxury Bharat Gaurav trains is to bundle travel, sightseeing, accommodation, meals, and transfers into a single package, saving passengers from the hassle of planning. Its all-inclusive packages will include onboard meals, offboard hotel stays where required, bus sightseeing, guide services, and travel insurance. Garvi Gujarat is scheduled as a 9-night/10-day tour, while Padharo Rajasthan is structured as a shorter 5-night/6-day circuit, creating options for both long-haul and relatively quick holidays. The departure dates currently announced are January 13, 2026, for Garvi Gujarat, and January 24, 2026, for Padharo Rajasthan, subject to operational updates on the tourism portal. All common areas will be under CCTV surveillance, with each coach having unarmed security personnel deployed. The packages are sold on an all-inclusive basis, usually covering onboard meals, offboard hotel stays where required, bus sightseeing, guide services, and travel insurance,…...

3+ hour, 17+ min ago (237+ words) Tendulkar, with 51 hundreds in Test cricket, held the record jointly with Kohli until the latter reached the triple-digit score in Ranchi. Known for his remarkable appetite for runs against the Proteas, this latest century is Kohli's 6th ODI hundred against South Africa. In achieving this, he drew level and broke the three-way tie he held with the great Sachin Tendulkar of India and'David Warner'of Australia. The three of them previously held the top spot jointly with 5 hundreds each. Furthermore, the three-figure score marks his 83rd international century across all formats of the game, a tally that places him second only to Tendulkar's'100 tons in the history of cricket. It serves as a resounding statement that the 36-year-old batting icon remains driven to chase the final, monumental frontier in the sport. The innings, characterised by his classic cover drives and masterful rotation of…...

4+ hour, 26+ min ago (245+ words) The first big deadline of the month is 10 December 2025. On this day, all corporate and non-corporate taxpayers whose accounts are subject to audit must file their Income Tax Returns for Assessment Year 202526." 15 December is a particularly busy day for taxpayers, with several important tasks scheduled. Key compliances due on this date include: Uploading Form 27C for November 2025. Government offices must submit Form 24G for TDS/TCS payments made without challan for November. Payment of the third installment of Advance Tax for Assessment Year 202627. Issuing TDS certificates under Sections 194-IA, 194-IB, 194M, and 194S for TDS deducted in October 2025. Stock exchanges must file Form 3BB for client code modifications for November. The next important date is 30 December 2025, when several TDS and global compliance filings must be completed: Recognised associations must file the client code modification statement for November. Submit the TDS challan-cum-statement for tax deducted during…...

4+ hour, 27+ min ago (281+ words) When evaluating a mutual fund investment, one of the primary factors investors often look at is the scheme's past performance over a few years. While historical returns do not guarantee future gains, they do offer useful insight into how a fund has performed across market cycles. In this context, we have shortlisted the best-performing mid-cap equity mutual funds that have delivered more than 25% annualised returns over the past five years. What are mid-cap mutual funds? Mid-cap mutual funds are schemes that invest at least 65% of their total assets in mid-cap stocks. As per the latest data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) as of October 31, 2025, there are 31 mid-cap mutual fund schemes with a combined assets under management (AUM) of Rs 4.54 lakh crore. As seen in the table above, some of the top-performing mid-cap funds over the last…...

4+ hour, 27+ min ago (272+ words) Kalashtami is a Hindu festival that is dedicated to Lord Bhairav, a fierce form of Lord Shiva. This significant festival is observed every month on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the waning moon phase (Krishna Paksha). According to the Hindu calendar, Masik Kalashtami is observed'on the eighth day of the'descending'moon (Krishna Paksha)'during'each'lunar month. Kalashtami Jayanti is also known as Kala Ashtami or Kaal Bhairav Ashtami. Lord Kaal Bahairav is a revered deity who is known for his protective and powerful nature, which is often associated with dispelling negativity and evil. It is believed that those who worship the deity on this day and observe a fast get Lord Kaal Bhairav's blessing and protection from evil forces. The most significant Kalashtami, known as Kaal Bhairav Jayanti, falls in the Margashirsha month according to the North Indian lunar calendar. It is…...

4+ hour, 27+ min ago (221+ words) The United States government has introduced stricter security protocols after the State Department issued an order temporarily suspending visa services for all Afghan passport holders. The move comes in the aftermath of a deadly shooting near the White House in Washington, D.C., which claimed the life of a National Guard soldier. The accused in the incident was reportedly an Afghan national. After the shooting in D.C., the Trump administration tightened its immigration policies, marking a significant escalation in travel restrictions. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the decision in a post on the social media platform X, stating, "President Trump's State Department has paused visa issuance for ALL individuals travelling on Afghan passports." He added, "The United States has no higher priority than protecting our nation and our people." In addition, the administration expanded its security actions by ordering an immediate…...