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NDTV
10-07-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Gujarat Bridge Collapse Death Count Now 15, Rescue Teams Tackle 3-Metre Mud
Ahmedabad: The death count in the Gambhira bridge collapse in Gujarat's Vadodara district has climbed to 15, and three people are still missing. Disaster response teams are conducting the rescue operation and two more vehicles are likely in the river. Sharing the updates about the rescue operation, District Collector Anil Dhameliya said, "The death count is now 15 and three people are missing." The Collector said two more vehicles are likely in the river. These likely include a car and a truck. "If you have any information about a missing person, share it with our control room so that it aids the rescue work," he said. The Collector said deep mud, about three metres deep, is disrupting rescue work and a makeshift bridge is being prepared to aid rescue workers. Rescue workers are also battling heavy rain in the area. Multiple vehicles, including trucks, fell into the Mahisagar river early yesterday after the 40-year-old Gambhira bridge connecting Vadodara and Anand districts gave way. As a stretch of the bridge collapsed, several vehicles passing through fell into the river. With the bridge tragedy raising questions of administrative apathy, the Bhupendra Patel-led BJP government in Gujarat has ordered an investigation into the factors behind the incident. The probe team visited the site this morning. A team from the Gujarat Pollution Control Board also visited the spot because one of the tankers that fell into the river was carrying chemicals. The Gambhira bridge, built in 1985, was a disaster waiting to happen. Local residents have said it shook dangerously when vehicles crossed it. Following a recommendation from local BJP MLA Chaitanyasinh Zala, the state government approved the construction of a new bridge. A survey was conducted and plans to build the new bridge were afoot. The Gambhira bridge was repaired and kept open to traffic. Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday said the loss of lives in the Gujarat tragedy is "deeply saddening". "Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. An ex gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs 50,000," the Prime Minister's Office said on X. The Gujarat Chief Minister has separately announced a compensation of Rs 4 lakh to the families of each person who died in the accident. "Additionally, each person injured in the accident will receive assistance of 50,000 rupees, and all treatment arrangements will also be provided by the state government," he said. Targeting the state government over the incident, the Opposition Congress has said it reflects the "corruption and decay behind the Gujarat Model". "In this accident, several vehicles fell into the river, resulting in tragic deaths and injuries. The Congress family expresses deep condolences and prays for the speedy recovery of the injured," the Congress said in a social media post. The party also alleged "rampant corruption" in the state's infrastructure projects.
India.com
18-06-2025
- Business
- India.com
Gujarat Govt Brings Ordinance To Align State GST Law With Centre's 2025 Amendments
Gandhinagar: The Bhupendra Patel-led government has issued the Gujarat Goods and Services Tax (Second Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, introducing significant changes to the Gujarat GST Act, 2017. The move seeks to synchronise the state's indirect tax framework with recent amendments enacted by the Finance Act, 2025, following recommendations of the 55th GST Council meeting. As the state legislature is not in session, the ordinance was promulgated under Article 213 of the Constitution, allowing the state to push through urgent legislative updates. One of the standout provisions is the introduction of a new Section 148A, which empowers the government to implement a track-and-trace mechanism for certain categories of goods. This system will require specific items to carry unique identification markings and allow for real-time electronic monitoring across the supply chain. To ensure compliance, a newly inserted Section 122B lays out stringent penalties for violators -- Rs 1 lakh or 10 per cent of the tax due, whichever is greater. The measure is expected to boost supply chain transparency and act as a deterrent to tax evasion. Apart from this, the ordinance introduces technical and procedural updates to key areas of the Act. These include modifications to Input Tax Credit (ITC) rules, credit note regulations, appeals, and several definitional clauses. Amendments have been made to Sections 2, 12, 13, 17, 20, 34, 38, 39, 107, 112, and Schedule III of the Act. In some cases, the changes carry a retrospective effect from July 1, 2017, the date GST was rolled out nationwide. Officials say the amendments are part of a broader effort to harmonise state and central GST provisions, reduce litigation, and improve administrative efficiency. The ordinance will remain in effect until it is ratified by the Gujarat Legislative Assembly in the next session. The Gujarat GST (Second Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, is significant as it aligns the state's tax framework with national GST reforms introduced by the Finance Act, 2025, ensuring legal uniformity and operational consistency across jurisdictions. By introducing a track-and-trace mechanism for certain goods and enforcing electronic traceability, the ordinance aims to curb tax evasion, boost supply chain transparency, and modernise compliance systems. Additionally, retrospective amendments and updates to key sections streamline procedures related to input tax credit, appeals, and credit notes, enhancing administrative efficiency and reducing disputes, making it a crucial step in strengthening Gujarat's tax governance.
Hans India
18-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Gujarat govt brings ordinance to align state GST law with Centre's 2025 amendments
Gandhinagar: The Bhupendra Patel-led government has issued the Gujarat Goods and Services Tax (Second Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, introducing significant changes to the Gujarat GST Act, 2017. The move seeks to synchronise the state's indirect tax framework with recent amendments enacted by the Finance Act, 2025, following recommendations of the 55th GST Council meeting. As the state legislature is not in session, the ordinance was promulgated under Article 213 of the Constitution, allowing the state to push through urgent legislative updates. One of the standout provisions is the introduction of a new Section 148A, which empowers the government to implement a track-and-trace mechanism for certain categories of goods. This system will require specific items to carry unique identification markings and allow for real-time electronic monitoring across the supply chain. To ensure compliance, a newly inserted Section 122B lays out stringent penalties for violators -- Rs 1 lakh or 10 per cent of the tax due, whichever is greater. The measure is expected to boost supply chain transparency and act as a deterrent to tax evasion. Apart from this, the ordinance introduces technical and procedural updates to key areas of the Act. These include modifications to Input Tax Credit (ITC) rules, credit note regulations, appeals, and several definitional clauses. Amendments have been made to Sections 2, 12, 13, 17, 20, 34, 38, 39, 107, 112, and Schedule III of the Act. In some cases, the changes carry a retrospective effect from July 1, 2017, the date GST was rolled out nationwide. Officials say the amendments are part of a broader effort to harmonise state and central GST provisions, reduce litigation, and improve administrative efficiency. The ordinance will remain in effect until it is ratified by the Gujarat Legislative Assembly in the next session. The Gujarat GST (Second Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, is significant as it aligns the state's tax framework with national GST reforms introduced by the Finance Act, 2025, ensuring legal uniformity and operational consistency across jurisdictions. By introducing a track-and-trace mechanism for certain goods and enforcing electronic traceability, the ordinance aims to curb tax evasion, boost supply chain transparency, and modernise compliance systems. Additionally, retrospective amendments and updates to key sections streamline procedures related to input tax credit, appeals, and credit notes, enhancing administrative efficiency and reducing disputes, making it a crucial step in strengthening Gujarat's tax governance.
