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Why caramel popcorn attracts a different GST rate from salted popcorn? Explained
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Popcorn to EV sale—What gets cheaper & dearer after GST Council decisions
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Higher Pension: Employers must submit wage details by Jan 2025 to get benefits
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Devendra Fadnavis keeps Home ministry as Maharashtra govt allocates portfolios
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’Nobody should be blamed’: Allu Arjun over Pushpa 2 stampede case
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Pakistani missile to hit US? Here’s what Islamabad has to say to the claim
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Indian techie shares toxic work culture experience in startup, netizens react

An Indian techie recounted a toxic startup culture, working 12-15 hours daily without guidance. Sharing his story on reddit, the person said he was hired as a fresher but was made to work without any training or even clear guidelines.

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Meet the new finfluencers: How broking firms are rewriting the content playbook

With Sebi cracking down on financial influencer partnerships, brokerages and other financial firms are prioritising in-house content teams for better compliance and cost savings. But is it a winning strategy?

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Transrail Lighting IPO: Latest GMP, review, subscription status— Apply or not?

Transrail Lighting IPO: The public offering for engineering and construction company Transrail Lighting began on Thursday, December 19, with a price band of ₹410-432 per share.

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Vedanta to trade ex-dividend, NMDC to trade ex-bonus next week; Full list
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Outlook 2025: Top fund managers remain bullish on Indian stock market
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Higher Pension: Employers must submit wage details by Jan 2025 to get benefits

The EPFO has extended the deadline for employers to submit wage details for higher pensions to January 31, 2025. Employers must also clarify pending applications by January 15, 2025.

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Beware credit card holders! There is bad news for you in this SC ruling
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Scam Alert! THESE are the 10 ways scamsters can drain your bank account
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Once endorsed by MS Dhoni, this soap was forgotten. Now, Anand Mahindra to buy

Anand Mahindra expressed nostalgia for Mysore Sandal Soap on X, celebrating its ongoing popularity. The soap’s manufacturer plans to broaden its distribution network across India in 2025, while also considering a product revamp, keeping its signature fragrance and packaging.

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Reliance Industries arm to acquire 45% stake in Health Alliance Group for $10 mn
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How first Indians who moved to Hawaii became one of wealthiest families there
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Google layoffs: CEO Sundar Pichai announces 10% job cuts in managerial roles
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OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Search to all free users: Know how it works

OpenAI has expanded its ChatGPT-powered search to all users, enhancing competition with Google. The upgrade allows free users to access real-time information with cited sources, improving accuracy and user experience.

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From wildlife to timely aids: How Apple Watch saved lives in 2024
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Apple reportedly developing foldables alongside slim iPhone 17 Air
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GST Council exempts gene therapy, banks’ penal charges from tax

The GST Council, led by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has exempted costly cancer gene therapy and bank penal charges from GST. It also clarified tax rates on popcorn and used vehicles, promoting electric vehicle sales and simplifying registration for small businesses.

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Why caramel popcorn attracts a different GST rate from salted popcorn? Explained
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Former CEA not happy with GST Council’s decision, calls it ‘national tragedy’
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GST Council Meeting Live Updates: FM Sitharaman levies 5-18% tax on popcorn
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How IndiaFirst Life Insurance is leveraging data to deliver customer experience

IndiaFirst Life Insurance is redefining customer experiences with hyper-personalized solutions. With Adobe as a partner, IndiaFirst Life Insurance is setting new benchmarks in personalization—delivering tailored and seamless experiences across every interaction.

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Bank holiday today: Are banks closed or open on Saturday, December 21? Know here

Bank Holiday today: Are banks open today, December 21? People are often confused about bank holidays on Saturdays. Read here to find out if there is a holiday today.

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Banks, credit cards roll out exciting deals ahead of New Year celebrations
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Why India needs to relook its strategy to revive medical tourism industry

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The social isolation crisis: Making friends costs money but it’s all worth it

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Politics

Devendra Fadnavis keeps Home ministry as Maharashtra govt allocates portfolios

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and his deputies Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar were sworn in on December 5. 39 ministers took oath ahead of the Winter Session on December 15 at the Raj Bhavan in Nagpur.

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How 2024 was a tough year for incumbents
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‘I see no reason for either of us…,’ Tharoor to Puri on Soros allegations
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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat warns against fresh temple-mosque disputes
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Education

BIS Results 2024 OUT for Group A, B, C posts at bis.gov.in, know details here

BIS Results 2024 for Group A, B, and C posts was released on its official website on December 20. Applicants who appeared in the examination can check result at bis.gov.in

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CAT Result 2024 OUT on iimcat.ac.in; how many students scored 100 percentile
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ICG CGEPT 2024 results OUT! Check your score at joinindiancoastguard.cdac.in
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AP Police Constable Exam 2024 admit card OUT | Check for link, how to download
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Science

Winter Solstice 2024: When will you experience the darkest day of the year?

Winter solstice 2024: This solstice marks long nights and short days for the Northern Hemisphere (winter); and short nights and long days for those in south of the equator (summer).

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ISRO astronaut spends 21 days in capsule: Know all surprising elements
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Dinga Dinga virus in Uganda is leaving women ‘dancing’; all you need to know
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THIS weight-loss drug becomes first to gain approval for treating sleep apnea
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Sports

Konstas issues wake up call for Indian bowlers before Melbourne Test, says THIS

The young Australian opener, turned 19 on October 2, would become Australia’s youngest Test debutant since captain Pat Cummins.

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Sports News Today Live Updates on December 21, 2024: BGT 2024-25: Australia’s Sam Konstas issues wake up call for Indian bowlers before Melbourne Test; says ‘got few plans’
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Ravi Shastri lauds India for avoiding follow-on in Brisbane Test, says THIS
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Meet Allah Ghazanfar: Afghan’s youngest bowler with multiple ODI 5-wickets hauls
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Personal Loan: How does moratorium affect EMI calculations?
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