Author: The World Opinion

The Indian automotive market is anticipating significant changes related to the Goods and Services Tax (GST). The government is considering reforms to simplify the GST structure, potentially including lower tax rates. This could result in lower prices, particularly for smaller and mid-size vehicles. This analysis provides a glimpse into how potential GST cuts could affect car prices, especially for models like the Creta, Venue, Exter, and i20. Currently, small cars are taxed at 28% GST, plus a 1% cess, for a total tax burden of approximately 29%. A reduction to 18% could provide consumers with a direct 10% tax benefit,…

The Indian government is increasing vehicle registration renewal fees for older vehicles to curb their use. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has announced significant increases, particularly for vehicles older than 20 years. The renewal fee for light motor vehicles (LMVs) has been raised to Rs 10,000 from Rs 5,000. Motorcycle renewals will now cost Rs 2,000, up from Rs 1,000. Three-wheelers and quadricycles see an increase from Rs 3,500 to Rs 5,000. Imported vehicles will face even greater fee hikes, with renewals costing Rs 20,000 for those with two or three wheels, and Rs 80,000 for those with…

Contrary to previous reports, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has refuted the existence of a planned meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky. This statement was made in response to former US President Donald Trump’s efforts to arrange a summit between the two presidents. Trump had indicated that he had initiated discussions with both Putin and Zelensky, envisioning a subsequent trilateral meeting. However, Lavrov stated that no meeting is planned. He noted that Putin is prepared to meet Zelensky once the summit agenda is ready. The Foreign Minister suggested that key sticking points include Ukraine’s potential NATO membership and territorial…

The highly anticipated films ‘War 2’, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, and Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’, clashed at the box office on August 14, 2025. These were among the most eagerly awaited releases of the year. Both films drew massive audiences and achieved impressive box office results. While both movies experienced a dip during the weekdays after their strong opening weekend, they both managed to surpass the Rs 200 crore mark within their first week. Early estimates from Day 9 have been released, and the competition continues as the films head into their second weekend. ‘War 2’ opened with a strong…

A significant credit card fraud incident involving SBI customers has recently been reported. The fraud led to losses of approximately 2.6 crore rupees for about 350 individuals. The police, after a six-month investigation, arrested 18 people. The elaborate scheme involved call center employees, regional agents, SIM card providers, and cryptocurrency users. To avoid falling victim to such scams, it’s crucial to be informed and cautious. Here are some important tips to protect yourself if you use a credit card. **5 Important Points to Prevent Credit Card Fraud:** 1. **Never Disclose Your Information:** Avoid sharing your card’s OTP, CVV, PIN, or…

A major update has surfaced concerning Indian Test team captain Shubman Gill. There is a possibility of him being withdrawn from the team. He is unwell and currently resting. This raises concerns about his ability to compete in upcoming matches. Therefore, a different player may be integrated into the team. Shubman Gill was scheduled to lead North Zone in the Duleep Trophy, starting August 28, but his illness has made it difficult for him to participate in the tournament.

The Economic Offences Unit (EOU) conducted a raid on the Patna residence of Vinod Kumar Rai, a superintendent engineer in the rural works department, as part of an investigation into alleged financial irregularities. Rai, aware of the impending investigation, purportedly attempted to eliminate evidence by burning cash and concealing funds. The EOU initiated the operation based on information suggesting Rai’s involvement in accumulating cash through illicit means. On August 21st, the EOU received intelligence indicating Rai was transporting a large sum of money in a white Innova vehicle. An SIT was formed to probe the matter. During the raid, authorities…

The Supreme Court has outlined procedures for managing stray dogs, with a particular emphasis on identifying and handling those infected with rabies or exhibiting aggressive behavior. The court’s order directs officials to sterilize, deworm, and vaccinate stray dogs before returning them to their original habitats, except for those displaying dangerous characteristics. The process of identifying rabid dogs in India is regulated by legal stipulations, municipal rules, and local administrative guidelines. The Animal Birth Control (ABC) rules enable the identification and isolation of dogs suspected of rabies. Local authorities are permitted to act upon their own assessments or based on complaints…

A peculiar event transpired after the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage on August 15th. An Alaskan resident, a retired Anchorage City Municipality firefighter named Warren, was presented with a motorcycle valued at ₹19.2 lakh by the Russian government. The connection to the summit stems from a pre-summit interview Warren gave to a Russian television channel, where he expressed challenges in obtaining parts for his existing Ural motorcycle. Following the interview, a Russian journalist contacted Warren, informing him of the gift. The gift was facilitated through the Russian embassy. The motorcycle, which Warren…

Salman Khan is currently in the spotlight. On one hand, he’s gearing up for the launch of Bigg Boss 19, and on the other, his movie ‘Battle of Galwan’ has begun filming. Fans eagerly anticipating the Bigg Boss 19 grand premiere this weekend also received a first glimpse from the film’s set. A new image from the set has confirmed that the superstar has started shooting the much-awaited war drama in Ladakh. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the film is expected to be a grand patriotic story. The news broke with an image of Salman Khan from the Ladakh set. The…