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Columnist M S Shanker, Orange News 9

Popcorn and GST: A Taxing Justification

India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime has been riddled with controversies, and the latest uproar surrounding popcorn is no exception. The government’s imposition of an 18% GST on popcorn sold in multiplexes has popped more than kernels — it’s sparked heated debates about taxation fairness and economic sensibility. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s defense of…

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Politics Over Unemployment

The Opposition’s narrative on unemployment in India has become a focal point of political discourse, with frequent claims of rising joblessness and economic mismanagement. However, these allegations often lack grounding in factual data, raising questions about their credibility and intent. Amidst these claims, the government, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has presented contrasting evidence showcasing…

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IEDs, countrymade rockets seized in Manipur

Imphal: Improvised explosive devices (IEDs), countrymade rockets and other arms and ammunition have been seized in Manipur during a search operation conducted by security forces, police said on Tuesday. Acting on a tip-off, security forces conducted a search operation in Teijang village in Churachandpur district on Monday, and seized three countrymade rockets, a .303 rifle…

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