The 55th GST Council meeting in Jaisalmer resulted in a flood of demands for disaster-specific levy by several states, following a request from Andhra Pradesh for a 1% GST levy to fund their flood recovery efforts. A Group of Ministers has been formed to examine the legal and structural issues surrounding this proposal, which was discussed in detail during the council meeting. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that other states such as Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Telangana have also expressed interest in being a part of the committee. The issue of a similar flood-cess levy by Kerala in 2019 was also brought up, with other states showing support for Andhra Pradesh's demand.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlights the destruction of Hindu temples in various parts of the country and reiterates the need for protecting Sanatan Dharma for world peace. He speaks out against the atrocities faced by Hindus in Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan and vows to destroy the lineage of those who desecrated Hindu places of worship. Adityanath's remarks come a day after RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat spoke about inclusivity and building a model of harmony in the country that can be adopted by the world.
As the Sambhal district administration in Uttar Pradesh was conducting a crackdown on electricity theft, they stumbled upon an encroached temple. Upon further inspection, an ancient well was also discovered near the temple that had been sealed for 42 years. The DM of Sambhal, Dr Rajender Pensiya, stated that they are now cleaning the temple and have constructed a ramp to access the well.
Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi's planned visit to Sambhal district in Uttar Pradesh faced hurdles from authorities as barricades were placed at the Ghazipur border to prevent their entry. This visit was seen as an attempt to uncover the conspiracy behind the November violence in the district. The Samajwadi Party criticised the visit and called it a mere formality, highlighting the lack of parliamentary discussion on the issue.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has kickstarted the preparations for Mahakumbh 2025 by inaugurating various developmental projects worth Rs. 5,500 crore in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. These projects, including new roads, flyovers, ghats, and riverfront roads, aim to improve connectivity and provide better amenities for the expected influx of devotees during the event. Additionally, Modi also launched initiatives to clean the Ganga by intercepting, diverting, and treating drains that currently lead untreated water into the sacred river, fulfilling his vision for a "Swachh and Nirmal Ganga."
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the family of a Dalit woman who was allegedly gangraped and died in Uttar Pradesh's Bool Garhi village. This is Gandhi's second visit to the village after the incident in September 2020. While he spent 35 minutes with the family, UP Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak and Minister for Minorities Welfare Om Prakash Rajbhar criticized his visit, stating that the case has already been investigated by the CBI. Gandhi's supporter Chandragupt Vikramaditya argued that the Congress leaders are in touch with aggrieved people and will continue to fight for justice.
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy quarter-final between Uttar Pradesh and Delhi is set to be a thrilling encounter as both teams are in top form. Uttar Pradesh narrowly beat Andhra in their previous match, while Delhi has had an impressive run in the tournament. With their sights set on the semi-finals, both teams will battle it out on the field for a chance to move forward in the competition.
In an exciting day of matches at the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Twenty20 tournament, Delhi and Jharkhand have emerged as the teams to watch in the semi-finals. Delhi defeated Uttar Pradesh in the second quarter-final match, while Jharkhand beat Andhra in the preliminary quarter-final. Both teams showed impressive performances and will now face off against each other in the semi-finals on December 11th. Fans can expect an intense and thrilling match between these two talented teams.
Atul Subhash, a 34-year-old technology expert from Uttar Pradesh, was found dead in his Bengaluru residence in a suspected case of suicide. His death has sparked widespread debate on social media, with many people expressing support for Subhash and highlighting the challenges faced by men in alleged false dowry cases. Subhash, who had worked at a private firm, left behind a 24-page note alleging harassment by his wife and her family, and had even emailed it to several people before his death. The incident has drawn attention to the need for a complete overhaul of the legal system to protect innocent individuals from such injustices.
The tragic suicide of a 34-year-old engineer in Bengaluru has prompted the city police to launch an investigation after a 24-page note was found alleging harassment by his wife and her family. The note, along with a 90-minute video, sheds light on the marital issues Atul Subhash faced and the multiple cases filed against him by his wife in Uttar Pradesh. The incident has sparked a social media storm and has once again brought attention to the issue of mental health and domestic violence.