Editorials
India’s GST Council has found itself in yet another snack-sized controversy. This time, it’s over popcorn—a delightful, humble treat that has now been dissected, categorized, and taxed to the point of absurdity. Under the new rules, plain salted popcorn gets a 5% GST, branded varieties jump to 12%, and caramel popcorn—a supposed sinful luxury—sits at […]
State News West India
In a significant move ahead of Maharashtra’s Assembly elections, the Election Commission has ordered the transfer of Maharashtra’s Director General of Police (DGP) Rashmi Shukla. The decision, taken just two weeks before polling begins, follows allegations from opposition parties, led by the Congress, accusing Ms. Shukla of favoring the ruling Mahayuti alliance. Concerns