Centre to bring Bills to impose new taxes on tobacco, pan masala
Centre will introduce two Bills in Parliament on Monday to levy a new cess on tobacco and related products and pan masala after phaseout of GST compensation cess. Levies will be imposed through Central Excise (Amendment) Bill and Health Security se National Security Cess Bill. Excise duty of 60%-70% is proposed to be levied on unmanufactured tobacco, tobacco refuse.
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Centre will introduce two Bills in Parliament on Monday to levy a new cess on tobacco and related products and pan masala after phaseout of GST compensation cess. Levies will be imposed through Central Excise (Amendment) Bill and Health Security se National Security Cess Bill. Excise duty of 60%-70% is proposed to be levied on unmanufactured tobacco, tobacco refuse.
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Raj BLO dies of cardiac arrest, kin says he did SIR work till 1am
Anuj Garg, booth-level officer in Rajasthan, died of cardiac arrest on Sunday. His family has claimed that he was under pressure due to his duties in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. "He was doing SIR work at 1 am. He asked me for tea, but even before I could make tea, he collapsed," Anuj's sister said.
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12:03 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Anuj Garg, booth-level officer in Rajasthan, died of cardiac arrest on Sunday. His family has claimed that he was under pressure due to his duties in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. "He was doing SIR work at 1 am. He asked me for tea, but even before I could make tea, he collapsed," Anuj's sister said.
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Palaash Muchhal makes first public appearance after wedding with Smriti gets postponed
Music composer Palash Muchhal made his first public appearance on Monday after his wedding with Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana was postponed indefinitely. He was spotted exiting airport terminal along with his family. After the wedding was postponed, Smriti had removed all pictures and videos from her engagement and pre-wedding festivities from her Instagram account.
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12:02 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Music composer Palash Muchhal made his first public appearance on Monday after his wedding with Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana was postponed indefinitely. He was spotted exiting airport terminal along with his family. After the wedding was postponed, Smriti had removed all pictures and videos from her engagement and pre-wedding festivities from her Instagram account.
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Rupee slips to record low against US dollar
The Indian rupee dropped to a new lifetime low on December 1. It declined to 89.76 against the US dollar, dipping past its previous record low of 89.49 hit about two weeks back. Rupee has depreciated 90 paise against US dollar since November 3, said MoneyControl. The drop came right after India posted a blowout GDP number that exceeded expectations.
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12:24 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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The Indian rupee dropped to a new lifetime low on December 1. It declined to 89.76 against the US dollar, dipping past its previous record low of 89.49 hit about two weeks back. Rupee has depreciated 90 paise against US dollar since November 3, said MoneyControl. The drop came right after India posted a blowout GDP number that exceeded expectations.
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18 of 21 drivers did not finish F1 Monaco Grand Prix 1996
The Formula One race with the fewest finishers was the Monaco Grand Prix 1996, where only three of the 21 cars crossed the finish line. The race, held on May 19, took place in wet conditions due to rain, leading to several accidents, spins, and mechanical failures. Olivier Panis, David Coulthard, and Johnny Herbert finished first, second and third, respectively.
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12:16 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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The Formula One race with the fewest finishers was the Monaco Grand Prix 1996, where only three of the 21 cars crossed the finish line. The race, held on May 19, took place in wet conditions due to rain, leading to several accidents, spins, and mechanical failures. Olivier Panis, David Coulthard, and Johnny Herbert finished first, second and third, respectively.
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12:16 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Chernobyl black fungi thrive on radiation, may aid space survival
Black fungi discovered in Chernobyl's reactor ruins showed a unique ability to thrive in intense radiation. They grow toward radiation, a process called radiotropism. Their high melanin absorbs and protects against radiation. Some fungi may even use radiation for energy, known as radiosynthesis. These traits make them promising for space, where they could help shield astronauts from radiations.
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12:38 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Black fungi discovered in Chernobyl's reactor ruins showed a unique ability to thrive in intense radiation. They grow toward radiation, a process called radiotropism. Their high melanin absorbs and protects against radiation. Some fungi may even use radiation for energy, known as radiosynthesis. These traits make them promising for space, where they could help shield astronauts from radiations.
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12:38 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Tobacco stocks fall as govt set to bring Bills imposing new taxes
Tobacco stocks including ITC and Godfrey Phillips fell on Monday as government readies to introduce Bills in Parliament to levy new cess on tobacco and pan masala. ITC shares fell 0.85% to ₹400.8, while Godfrey Phillips India declined 1.05% to ₹2,842.90 on NSE in early trade. Excise duty of 60%-70% is proposed to be levied on unmanufactured tobacco, tobacco refuse.
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12:35 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Tobacco stocks including ITC and Godfrey Phillips fell on Monday as government readies to introduce Bills in Parliament to levy new cess on tobacco and pan masala. ITC shares fell 0.85% to ₹400.8, while Godfrey Phillips India declined 1.05% to ₹2,842.90 on NSE in early trade. Excise duty of 60%-70% is proposed to be levied on unmanufactured tobacco, tobacco refuse.
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Palaash Muchhal makes first public appearance after wedding with Smriti gets postponed
Music composer Palaash Muchhal made his first public appearance on Monday after his wedding with Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana was postponed indefinitely. He was spotted exiting an airport terminal along with his family. After the wedding was postponed, Smriti had removed all pictures and videos from her engagement and pre-wedding festivities from her Instagram account.
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12:32 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Music composer Palaash Muchhal made his first public appearance on Monday after his wedding with Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana was postponed indefinitely. He was spotted exiting an airport terminal along with his family. After the wedding was postponed, Smriti had removed all pictures and videos from her engagement and pre-wedding festivities from her Instagram account.
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B'luru schools told to count stray dogs, teacher asks if it's job
Bengaluru South City Corporation issued a Google form to all the schools asking them to conduct a survey of stray dogs and count them near campuses. The officials insist the intention is safety as stray dog attacks near schools have been a recurring concern. A teacher asked if they are "educators or unpaid civic staff".
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12:50 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Bengaluru South City Corporation issued a Google form to all the schools asking them to conduct a survey of stray dogs and count them near campuses. The officials insist the intention is safety as stray dog attacks near schools have been a recurring concern. A teacher asked if they are "educators or unpaid civic staff".
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Kolkata woman drugged, sexually assaulted in car by 3 men
A woman in Kolkata was abducted by three men, including an acquaintance. The group allegedly dragged her into the car, forced her to drink alcohol laced with drugs, and then sexually assaulted her. The woman was later abandoned in the Maidan area, but she was rescued by passersby and taken to SSKM Hospital for medical treatment.
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A woman in Kolkata was abducted by three men, including an acquaintance. The group allegedly dragged her into the car, forced her to drink alcohol laced with drugs, and then sexually assaulted her. The woman was later abandoned in the Maidan area, but she was rescued by passersby and taken to SSKM Hospital for medical treatment.
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How do seed cycling routine helps in controlling hair fall?
Rinky Kapoor, Cosmetic Dermatologist and Dermato-Surgeon, said seed cycling uses seeds' power to help balance hormones and support hair health. He asks women to have flaxseeds and pumpkin seeds in first half of menstrual cycle which is called Follicular phase (days 1-14). Kapoor recommends chia seeds and sunflower seeds during second half of cycle which is Luteal phase (days 15-28).
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01:09 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Rinky Kapoor, Cosmetic Dermatologist and Dermato-Surgeon, said seed cycling uses seeds' power to help balance hormones and support hair health. He asks women to have flaxseeds and pumpkin seeds in first half of menstrual cycle which is called Follicular phase (days 1-14). Kapoor recommends chia seeds and sunflower seeds during second half of cycle which is Luteal phase (days 15-28).
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01:09 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Don't turn Parliament into a battleground: PM on winter session
PM Modi urged all political parties which will be participating in the winter session of Parliament to not turn the session into a "battleground for frustration". "Some parties simply cannot accept defeat. I had hoped that with time, leaders would have composed themselves after losing Bihar elections...but their statements yesterday showed that the loss has clearly unsettled them," he added.
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01:08 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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PM Modi urged all political parties which will be participating in the winter session of Parliament to not turn the session into a "battleground for frustration". "Some parties simply cannot accept defeat. I had hoped that with time, leaders would have composed themselves after losing Bihar elections...but their statements yesterday showed that the loss has clearly unsettled them," he added.
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Banning Vande Mataram is like British rule: Chaturvedi on RS order
Ahead of Parliament's winter session, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi took objection to the Rajya Sabha Secretariat's order banning slogans like 'Vande Mataram' and 'Jai Hind' on the floor of the House. "This is like...British era governance," she said. "Raising these slogans is out of love for the country, but what they are doing now is anti-national," she added.
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01:08 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Ahead of Parliament's winter session, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi took objection to the Rajya Sabha Secretariat's order banning slogans like 'Vande Mataram' and 'Jai Hind' on the floor of the House. "This is like...British era governance," she said. "Raising these slogans is out of love for the country, but what they are doing now is anti-national," she added.
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NAAM urges MPs to reject amendments to Atomic Energy Act
The National Alliance of Anti-Nuclear Movements (NAAM) urged MPs to reject proposed amendments to India's Atomic Energy Act and Civil Liability Act, warning they would open the nuclear sector to private operators. NAAM said privatisation risks public safety, weakens liability for accidents, burdens taxpayers, and lacks proper public consultation, calling the changes "dangerous".
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The National Alliance of Anti-Nuclear Movements (NAAM) urged MPs to reject proposed amendments to India's Atomic Energy Act and Civil Liability Act, warning they would open the nuclear sector to private operators. NAAM said privatisation risks public safety, weakens liability for accidents, burdens taxpayers, and lacks proper public consultation, calling the changes "dangerous".
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ED issues ₹466 cr show-cause notice to Kerala CM Vijayan in masala bonds case
Enforcement Directorate recently issued a ₹466-crore Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) show-cause notice to Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan in connection with the KIIFB masala bonds case. Notices have also been issued to former finance minister Thomas Isaac and CM's Chief Principal Secretary KM Abraham. The inquiry focuses on how KIIFB utilised ₹2,000 crore raised through its masala bond issuance.
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01:40 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Enforcement Directorate recently issued a ₹466-crore Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) show-cause notice to Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan in connection with the KIIFB masala bonds case. Notices have also been issued to former finance minister Thomas Isaac and CM's Chief Principal Secretary KM Abraham. The inquiry focuses on how KIIFB utilised ₹2,000 crore raised through its masala bond issuance.
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Fugitive Lalit Modi celebrates birthday with fugitive Vijay Mallya, shares pics
Fugitive businessman Lalit Modi has shared pictures from his birthday party with the caption, "Just had an amazing birthday weekend. Now on to my 63rd year." In the pictures, he can be seen enjoying himself with fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya. The party was held at London's Maddox Club, where price of a table begins from £1,000 (₹1.18 lakh), HT reported.
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01:38 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Fugitive businessman Lalit Modi has shared pictures from his birthday party with the caption, "Just had an amazing birthday weekend. Now on to my 63rd year." In the pictures, he can be seen enjoying himself with fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya. The party was held at London's Maddox Club, where price of a table begins from £1,000 (₹1.18 lakh), HT reported.
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UP govt pays ₹2,131 crore to farmers for paddy, millet in 2025-26
The Yogi government has swiftly paid ₹1,868.35 crore to paddy farmers and ₹263.03 crore to millet farmers within 48 hours of procurement. This prompt payment system reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring fair prices and supporting farmers across Uttar Pradesh, further boosting agricultural prosperity in the state.
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The Yogi government has swiftly paid ₹1,868.35 crore to paddy farmers and ₹263.03 crore to millet farmers within 48 hours of procurement. This prompt payment system reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring fair prices and supporting farmers across Uttar Pradesh, further boosting agricultural prosperity in the state.
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Inside India’s growing race to build AR and VR devices
India's AR and VR ecosystem is expanding rapidly, with the mixed-reality market crossing $900 million in 2025 and projected to reach $1.5 billion by 2030. Startups are developing both hardware and supporting software, raising questions about how soon immersive technology can enter everyday life. The latest discussion examines India's progress, challenges & the consumer potential of these devices.
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India's AR and VR ecosystem is expanding rapidly, with the mixed-reality market crossing $900 million in 2025 and projected to reach $1.5 billion by 2030. Startups are developing both hardware and supporting software, raising questions about how soon immersive technology can enter everyday life. The latest discussion examines India's progress, challenges & the consumer potential of these devices.
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Don't pressurise Booth-Level Officers: UP CEO amid SIR deaths
Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Navdeep Rinwa asked District Election Officers (DEOs) to ensure that staff, particularly Booth Level Officers (BLOs), do not feel any unnecessary mental pressure or rush to meet deadlines. He stated there is enough time to finish remaining work. His remarks come amid deaths of BLOs, most of whom allegedly died of "SIR work stress".
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01:56 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Navdeep Rinwa asked District Election Officers (DEOs) to ensure that staff, particularly Booth Level Officers (BLOs), do not feel any unnecessary mental pressure or rush to meet deadlines. He stated there is enough time to finish remaining work. His remarks come amid deaths of BLOs, most of whom allegedly died of "SIR work stress".
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu gets married to Raj Nidimoru, shares pics
Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu and director Raj Nidimoru got married on Monday. The wedding reportedly took place at Linga Bhairavi Temple inside Isha Yoga Centre and there were a total of 30 guests. Rumours about Raj and Samantha's relationship had emerged in early 2024. While Samantha was previously married to Naga Chaitanya, Raj was earlier married to Shhyamali De.
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01:52 pm Monday, 01 December, 2025
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Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu and director Raj Nidimoru got married on Monday. The wedding reportedly took place at Linga Bhairavi Temple inside Isha Yoga Centre and there were a total of 30 guests. Rumours about Raj and Samantha's relationship had emerged in early 2024. While Samantha was previously married to Naga Chaitanya, Raj was earlier married to Shhyamali De.
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