GST’s taxpayer base has expanded significantly since its rollout, rising from 66.5 lakh in 2017 to 1.65 crore as of May 2026, reflecting greater formalisation of the economy. When the Goods and Services Tax (GST) was rolled out on July 1, 2017, it marked India’s biggest overhaul of indirect taxation since Independence. Replacing a patchwork…
The Angry Birds 3 movie trailer shows a new side of Red, Chuck and Bomb as they deal with fatherhood and children The ‘Angry Birds 3’ trailer is officially here, giving fans a glimpse of the animated world for the third time as the birds battle new challenges. This time around, Red has a whole…
The Pantheon in Rome is one of the best-preserved examples of ancient Roman concrete, standing strong for nearly 2,000 years. For centuries, engineers and historians have puzzled over one of the greatest mysteries of the ancient world. Why have Roman buildings survived earthquakes, storms and nearly two millennia of wear while many modern concrete structures…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s wait for an India debut continued during the two-match T20I series against Ireland, where India suffered a surprise 2-0 whitewash under new captain Shreyas Iyer.The teenage batting sensation was widely expected to get his first international cap, with fans and experts repeatedly calling for his inclusion. However,…
“Where is Siya Spot?” Yes, this is the only chilling question visitors arriving at the famous Lohagad Fort are asking their guides. Who would have thought that a fort that was synonymous with history and the Maratha empire would one day be recognised for a fatal crime. For centuries, Maharashtra’s over 2,000 year old Lohagad…
A dad’s visit to the women’s washroom with his little daughters turned controversial after another man called the police: Who do you think was right? Sometimes the toughest decisions parents make come out during the most ordinary moments. One such situation is about finding a washroom for your kids. The situation becomes more complicated when…
‘Alpha’, starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, has received a UA 16+ certificate from CBFC, with a runtime of 140 minutes. The synopsis reveals Alia plays Sita, a revenge-driven character. The film, also featuring Bobby Deol and Anil Kapoor, releases worldwide on July 3, marking Alia’s first full-fledged action role. Just days away from its big-screen…
A deaf and non-verbal boy, Lei Zeqing, lost his family at age 10 after a playful train ride went awry. For 35 years, he navigated life with the kindness of strangers, notably a restaurant owner who became a father figure. A unique childhood habit, writing his name backward, finally reunited him with his family, proving…
July 2026 begins on a promising note for Aquarius, especially in matters where effort meets structure. Income patterns look steadier than they have in recent months, and support from official channels, senior figures, or government linked work can help you feel that life is moving in the right direction again. There is also a strong…
Germany and the Netherlands, crash out in the opening knockout round. (AP Photo) The 2026 FIFA World Cup has produced a historic first, with two teams ranked inside the top 10 of the FIFA World Rankings being eliminated in the opening knockout round for the first time in the tournament’s history. Germany, ranked No. 10,…
Long before the word “dinosaur” was ever coined, people occasionally stumbled upon gigantic fossilized bones without knowing what creatures they came from. One of the first such cases occurred in the late 17th century when an enormous fossil discovered in England was believed to be the fossil of a giant elephant.The discovery happened in 1676…
Every day, changing bedsheets could appear to be a meaningless and unnecessary action for some people, while for others, it is very enjoyable. In addition to hygiene, which could appear to be the primary motive for this action, psychologists state that routinely cleaning bedsheets could serve the purpose of gaining a sense of order, control,…
