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Sin goods under India’s new GST: What they are, why they face a 40% rate, and when the changes take effect

The GST Council’s overhaul keeps most items at 5% or 18% but creates a 40% slab for “sin” and super-luxury goods.

Lisbon’s iconic Gloria funicular derails, leaving 15 dead and dozens injured

Trump reverses tone, says ties with Xi, Putin, Kim are ‘very good’

Russia denies Trump’s allegation of anti-US conspiracy Involving Xi and Kim

India and Russia discuss expanding S-400 missile system supplies to enhance defense cooperation

Russia explores additional deliveries of advanced air defense systems to India, aiming to strengthen bilateral military ties.

China parade brings Xi, Putin, Kim together; Trump alleges conspiracy against US

China held a major military parade in Beijing to mark the 80th anniversary of World War II’s end, with Xi Jinping joined by Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, while US President Donald Trump criticized the display.

India-China ties normalizing while trade talks with us continue: Piyush Goyal

Commerce minister Piyush Goyal said relations with China are gradually returning to normal after the border tensions eased at the SCO summit, and confirmed that India remains in active, ongoing discussions with the United States for a fair, mutually beneficial trade deal.

Belgium to recognize Palestinian state and sanction Israeli officials

Belgium announces plans to recognize Palestine at the UN General Assembly and impose sanctions on Israeli ministers in response to Gaza violence.

Afghan earthquake death toll surpasses 1,400 amid ongoing rescue efforts

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake devastates eastern Afghanistan, leaving over 1,400 dead and thousands injured, with rescue operations continuing in remote, mountainous regions.

Trump adviser says Modi should back US, not Russia after SCO summit

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro criticized Prime Minister Modi’s engagement with Russia and China at the SCO summit, calling it “a shame” and stating India needs to align with the United States, not Russia.