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GST reform: Nirmala Sitharaman calls overhaul ‘a people’s reform’ touching every family; to boost consumption – The Times of India

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Calling the landmark GST overhaul a “people’s reform”, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the sweeping rationalisation of tax rates across nearly 400 products will benefit every family, lower household bills, and boost consumption, giving a fresh push to the economy.In an interview to PTI, Sitharaman emphasised that she would personally monitor whether the benefits of…

GST overhaul to boost consumer spending; FMCG, footwear QSRs, grocery sector to gain: Report – The Times of India

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The sweeping GST rate reductions announced this week will bolster consumer spending and benefit sectors such as footwear, quick-service restaurants (QSRs), FMCG, and grocery retail, according to Global financial consultancy Bernstein. In a report, Bernstein flagged a notable shift: the reduction of GST on personal care and household products — including soaps, shampoo, hair oil,…

How Trump Could Overhaul the Fed

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A watershed legal battle over the White House’s attempt to oust a sitting Federal Reserve governor has only just begun, but if President Trump gets his way, it could leave him with much more latitude to steer the central bank’s decisions on interest rates and its oversight of Wall Street. Mr. Trump is already relishing…

CPI overhaul: Govt to track Amazon and Flipkart prices, inflation gauge to reflect digital shopping boom – Times of India

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India’s inflation index is set for its biggest makeover in years, with the government preparing to pull price data straight from e-commerce platforms such as Amazon and Walmart-owned Flipkart. The plan marks a decisive shift in how retail inflation will be measured — bringing online shopping, streaming services and digital airfares into the equation.Officials say…

‘If something is working, don’t change it’: R Ashwin warns Gautam Gambhir and Co. over fitness overhaul | Cricket News – Times of India

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Ravichandran Ashwin (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has issued a strong warning to Gautam Gambhir’s new support staff, urging continuity in training methods and cautioning against frequent changes in fitness regimes. His remarks come in the wake of reports that the management has introduced the Bronco test alongside the Yo-Yo test…

GST overhaul: Rs 1.1 trillion worth revenue might be lost; UBS says fiscal cost manageable – Times of India

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The fiscal cost of the government’s proposed Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate rationalisation will remain manageable, with an estimated revenue loss of Rs 1.1 trillion annually or 0.3% of the GDP, a UBS report said.For the financial year 2026, the firm expected the shortfall of Rs 430 billion, or 0.12% of GDP, that could…

Michael Phelps slams USA Swimming leadership, calls for urgent overhaul

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Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian in history with 28 medals, has launched a stinging attack on USA Swimming, accusing its leadership of poor governance and calling for sweeping reforms to restore the sport’s dominance. In a candid Instagram post, Phelps said the sport’s decline over the past decade has left him questioning whether he…

Kennedy plans overhaul of key health panel guiding insurer coverage: Report

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US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reportedly planning to oust all 16 members of a federal advisory panel that determines which cancer screenings and preventive health services insurers are required to cover, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday. According to The Wall Street Journal, Kennedy aims to remove the entire US Preventive…

Why DU’s curriculum overhaul is raising concerns over academic transparency amid FYUP rollout – Times of India

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How Delhi University is preparing for the fourth year under NEP 2020 with infrastructure and staffing plans Delhi University (DU) has approved a major set of academic and infrastructural changes, including the introduction of the fourth year in undergraduate courses under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. While the administration claims readiness, sections of the…

AI is looming large, but mere 33% are trained for effective use: Is the market ready for an overhaul yet? – Times of India

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly expanding across companies, but the workforce isn’t keeping up. While executives embrace AI tools, their employees are being left behind, creating a divide that could undermine digital transformation.Only one-third of employees have received adequate training to use AI tools effectively. The 2025 BCG AI at Work survey, based on responses from…