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04 Jun

Gross GST revenue collection in May 2024 stands at ₹1.73 lakh crore; Recorded 10% rise up year-on-year

Priyanka RoyBusiness, News

Mumbai: Gross goods and services tax (GST) revenue for May 2024 stood at ₹1.73 lakh crore. This represents a 10 percent year-on-year increase, driven by strong growth in domestic transactions (up 15.3%) and a slowdown in imports (down 4.3%). After accounting for refunds, the net GST revenue for May 2024 is ₹1.44 lakh crore, showing a growth of 6.9% over the same period last year. The gross GST collection in the financial year 2024-25 till May 2024 stood at ₹3.83 lakh crore. This represents an impressive growth of 11.3% year-on-year, driven by strong growth in domestic transactions (up 14.2%) and…

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03 Jun

On finding refuge in religion, Janhvi Kapoor disclose she has visited Tirupati Balaji temple thrice this year: ‘When the call comes…’

Priyanka RoyBollywood, News

Janhvi Kapoor has a deep spiritual connection with the holy temple of Tirupati Balaji. In a recent conversation, the actor revealed that she has already been to Tirupati thrice this year and is planning to visit again on the birthday of her mother and late actor Sridevi. Janhvi also told how she has found refuge in her religion in the last few years.Speaking to Curly Tales, he said that, “In the last 5 to 6 years I have become more religiously inclined. I find refuge in my religion and my spirituality and especially in Lord Balaji. When the call comes…

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01 Jun

Youth taking into custody with 35 grams of morphine in Panitanki of Kharibari

Priyanka RoyNews, North Bengal, Siliguri

Kharibari, June 01: A youth named Mukul Roy, resident of Gaursingh Jot, Panitanki, has been arrested for possessing 35 grams of morphine in Panitanki, Kharibari.Reportedly, acting on a tip-off, personnel of the 41st battalion of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) detained Roy at Prasadu Jote turn near Panitanki on Friday. During the search, they recovered 35 grams of morphine from Roy, leading to his immediate arrest. Later the SSB jawans handed over the accused to Kharibari police station.Roy was produced in Siliguri court on Saturday. Police sources revealed that Roy was earlier arrested by the Khoribari police on drug-related charges. At…

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31 May

6 shops were vestiges in a massive fire in Cooch Behar

Priyanka RoyCooch behar, News

Cooch Behar, May 31: A massive fire engulfed six shops in Cooch Behar's Doderhat market. According to the information, on Thursday night the businessmen of Doderhat market closed their shops and returned home. Traders came to know about the fire on Friday morning. Subsequently, they reached the spot and witnessed the horrific incident.Later, two fire engines reached the spot and started extinguishing the fire. However, according to traders, they have suffered a loss of more than Rs 30 lakh in the incident.

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30 May

RBI balance sheet to growth 11.07% to Rs 70.47 lakh Crore in FY2024

Priyanka RoyBusiness, News

The balance sheet of the Reserve Bank of India increased by 11.07 percent to Rs 70.47 lakh Crore in the financial year ending March 31, 2024, compared to Rs 63.44 lakh Crore in the financial year 2022-23.The growth on the asset side was led by growth in foreign investment, gold and loans and advances by 13.9 per cent, 18.26% and 30.05% respectively, the RBI said in its annual report for 2023-24.As of March 31, 2024, domestic assets stood at 23.31%, while foreign currency assets, gold (including gold and gold deposited in India) and loans and advances given to financial institutions…

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29 May

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Q4 results live: Profit up 1.93% YoY

Priyanka RoyBusiness, News

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Q4 Results Live: Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation announced its Q4 results on May 28, 2024. Topline increased by 19.66% and profit increased by 1.93%. Revenue increased 3.26% and profit decreased 5.27% compared to the previous quarter.Operating income decreased by 2.97% quarter-on-quarter and increased by 4.56% year-on-year. EPS for Q4 is ₹3.48 which is up 7.21% year-on-year. Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation has given -2.91% return in last 1 week, 55.44% return in last 6 months and 22.04% YTD return. Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation currently has a market cap of…

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27 May

Sensex crosses 76 thousand, market at record high: Investors’ wealth improved by Rs 1.5 lakh Crore; Finolex Cables, Aegis Logistics rise up to 12%

Priyanka RoyBusiness, News

This huge surge was supported by gains in banks and the financial sector. The 30-share BSE Sensex pack rose 599 points to hit a record high of 76,010, while the broader NSE Nifty index rose over 151 points to a new lifetime peak of 23,108.Domestic stocks made strong gains in Monday's trade to touch their new all-time high. This huge surge was supported by gains in banks and the financial sector. The 30-share BSE Sensex pack rose 599 points to hit a record high of 76,010, while the broader NSE Nifty index rose over 151 points to a new lifetime…

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25 May

A theft took place in a hotel located on Sevoke Road, Siliguri

Priyanka RoyNews, North Bengal, Siliguri

Siliguri, May 25: In an unusual turn of events, a gang of thieves broke into a hotel on Sevoke Road in Siliguri and had a hearty meal before making off with various items. The incident came to light on Saturday morning when the hotel owner arrived to open the establishment.Reportedly, upon arrival, the owner discovered that the walls of the hotel had been hacked into. Many utensils and other items were missing. It appears that the thieves took their time in eating the food available at the hotel before committing the theft.According to the hotel owner, all the employees had…

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24 May

School enrollment deception in Siliguri, a teacher and colleague arrested

Priyanka RoyNews, North Bengal, Siliguri

Siliguri, May 24: Bhakti Nagar police has arrested a teacher and her companion for taking money in the name of getting admission in a school. The accused have been identified as teacher Meghna Saha and her friend Soumyadeep Saha.According to reports, the incident took place during the admission process at a private school located on Sevoke Road. A parent arrived with his child's enrollment receipt, which the school management found to be fake. Upon enquiry, the parents revealed that their child's teacher, Meghna Saha, had taken thousands of rupees and provided fake receipts.After this revelation, the school management lodged written…

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