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GST 2.0 Boosts Jawa and Yezdi Sales: All Models Now Under Rs 2 Lakh

GST 2.0 Boosts Jawa and Yezdi Sales: All Models Now Under Rs 2 Lakh

Classic Legends (CL) announced the new prices for its line of celebrated performance classics under Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles. Most of them, ranging from the Adventure, Roadster, Bobber, to the Scrambler, are now available at under Rs 2 lakh. Decades ago, a policy change banned the 2-stroke motorcycle, deemed unfit for the environment, halting the journey of Jawa and Yezdi in India, then market leaders in their segment. This month, another progressive policy shift has restored them to centre stage. With GST 2.0 reforms, the Jawa and Yezdi are being reborn as people’s performance classics, once again set to lead India’s motorcycling…
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Advances in Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery: Benefits and Patient Outcomes

Advances in Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery: Benefits and Patient Outcomes

Dr. Sunil Dachepalli is a Senior Consultant Orthopaedic, Robotic Joint Replacement & Arthroscopic Surgeon at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad(Somajiguda) says, Robotic joint replacement surgery represents a transformative leap in orthopaedic care, delivering new benchmarks in precision and patient outcomes for hip and knee replacements.Today's robotic-assisted systems, which have their roots in technological integration, support orthopedic surgeons in carrying out customized, minimally invasive operations by combining real-time surgical feedback, high-definition 3D imaging, and sophisticated computer-aided planning. The surgeon's abilities are enhanced by this synergy, which improves surgical execution and decision-making rather than replacing it. Developments in Technology - Preoperative 3D mapping allows…
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Flipkart unveils fully digital two-wheeler platform ahead of Big Billion Days 2025

Flipkart unveils fully digital two-wheeler platform ahead of Big Billion Days 2025

Flipkart, India’s leading e-commerce marketplace, today announced a fully digital, end-to-end platform for two-wheeler purchases, ahead of its Big Billion Days 2025 festival. The initiative aims to provide customers with an extensive portfolio of petrol and electric two-wheelers from top brands including Hero, TVS, Bajaj, Suzuki, TVS iQube, Chetak, Ather, VIDA, OLA, Ampere, and premium motorcycles such as Royal Enfield, Jawa Yezdi, KTM, and Triumph. The recent GST revision reducing tax on two-wheelers under 350cc from 28% to 18% effective September 22 enhances affordability, aligning with Flipkart’s festival deals and flexible financing options. Customers can complete the entire purchase process…
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Afghanistan Hit by Magnitude-4.9 Aftershock, Causing Damage and Casualties

Afghanistan Hit by Magnitude-4.9 Aftershock, Causing Damage and Casualties

A 4.9 magnitude aftershock struck eastern Afghanistan, injuring 15 people and causing property damage—including partial collapse of several homes and triggering rockslides in Darai Nur district. This tremor follows earlier quakes that left thousands dead and widespread destruction. Over 84,000 people are estimated to be affected by the ongoing seismic crisis, with many still living in temporary shelters. Humanitarian agencies warn that continued aftershocks hinder relief efforts and exacerbate health, food, and shelter shortages. Geologists say the region's unstable fault lines are contributing to repeated seismic events. The international community is being urged to step up support for displaced Afghans.
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Nepal’s Parliament Stormed in Gen-Z Protests Over Corruption

Nepal’s Parliament Stormed in Gen-Z Protests Over Corruption

Youth protesters demanding action against corruption and the lifting of a social media ban forced their way into Nepal’s Federal Parliament on September 9, setting parts of it ablaze. In the run-up, 19 protesters—including a child—were killed as security forces used lethal force. Massive outcry and nationwide demonstrations forced Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli to resign. The government reversed the decision to ban 26 social media platforms, acknowledging public backlash. Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki, the first woman to hold the post, has been installed, and elections are expected in 2026. Protesters, largely from Generation Z, have vowed to…
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HC Strikes Down Bid To Usurp ₹150-cr Hill Bungalow

HC Strikes Down Bid To Usurp ₹150-cr Hill Bungalow

The Bombay High Court has nullified a fraudulent attempt by 67-year-old Bilkish Yunus Namakwala to claim a ₹150-crore bungalow in Malabar Hill, originally owned by renowned eye specialist Sir Jamshedji Duggan. Justice Kamal Khata revoked the letters of administration granted to Namakwala in June 2022, ruling that they were obtained through false claims and without notifying interested parties. Namakwala alleged that Dr Duggan’s wife, Lady Jena Duggan, had bequeathed the property to her via a will dated April 6, 1993, after failing to repay a ₹27 lakh loan taken in 1980. Within weeks of securing the court order, she transferred…
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APU hosts interactive session on tribal demography and migration

APU hosts interactive session on tribal demography and migration

An interactive lecture and discussion on "Tribal Demography," which focuses on how migratory patterns impact indigenous communities throughout India, was held on Tuesday by the Tribal Studies department at Arunachal Pradesh University (APU) in Pasighat, East Siang district. The resource person for the session was Prof. Dhruba K. Limbu of North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Shillong's Anthropology department. In his in-depth talk, Prof. Limbu examined the migration patterns of tribal people, especially in Northeast India. He emphasized how traditional settlement patterns are being reshaped and new migration lanes are being created as a result of rapid infrastructure development, expanding educational options,…
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Arunachal Deputy CM talks GST with traders, emphasizes economic benefits for local businesses

Arunachal Deputy CM talks GST with traders, emphasizes economic benefits for local businesses

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein spoke with traders and shopkeepers in Naharlagun, which is close to here, and explained the advantages, procedures, and compliance requirements of the Goods and Services Tax (GST). Arunachal Pradesh's indirect tax revenue was Rs 270 crore at the time of the GST's implementation. As the leader of the Next-Gen GST Prachar Abhiyaan at the G-Extension market, Mein stated that it has already surpassed Rs 1,900 crore, a 700% growth. He added that by mid-2025, there were around 18,500 GST taxpayers, up from slightly over 7,000 in 2017. According to the Deputy CM, this…
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Shyam Steel diversifies into decorative paints; Macaw Paints launch signals growth in regional home décor market

Shyam Steel diversifies into decorative paints; Macaw Paints launch signals growth in regional home décor market

Shyam Steel, a leading player in India’s steel sector for over 79 years, has expanded into the decorative paints industry with the launch of Macaw Paints. Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan has been appointed as brand ambassador, enhancing the brand’s appeal among younger consumers and family households. With its tagline, “Macaw ke rang, magic ke sang”, the company aims to leverage its decades-long reputation for trust and quality to capture a share of India’s growing decorative paints market. The launch strategically coincided with Navratri, marking the onset of Durga Puja festivities in West Bengal, offering both cultural relevance and marketing visibility.…
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