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Time of India
5 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
GST revenue in Bengal jumps to 9.5% from 5% last fiscal
Kolkata: Revenue growth through GST in Bengal has jumped to 9.5% this year from about 5% last fiscal. Shravan Kumar, chief commissioner of central goods and services and central excise, Kolkata zone, said this while addressing a conference — '19th Residential Study Course' — organised by Indirect Tax Committee of Bombay Chartered Accountants' Society (BCAS) in the city. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Eight years down the line, the GST ecosystem is evolving to address the challenges faced by taxpayers and the administration. In Bengal, authorities have detected Rs 3,500 crores of fraudulent ITC, leaving 13-15 people behind bars. These exercises have improved the revenue of Bengal govt from 5% to 9.5% in the last one year," said Kumar. Members of traders' bodies highlighted the areas of GST that call for reforms. Akshay Binjrajka, president of Bharat Toy Association, said: "Currently, toy comes under two tax categories in GST — 12% for non-battery-operated and 18% for battery-operated toys. We urge that all toys should come under 5% GST so that customers can purchase more and manufacturing cost will decrease." CA Mandar Telang, treasurer of BCAS, emphasised the necessity of re-examining the provisions and timelines fixed for correcting bona fide errors. Around 300 delegates from across the country participated in the conference.
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
5 Heartwarming Films & Shows That Celebrate Fatherhood This Father's Day
Last Updated: Celebrate Father's Day 2025 with 5 heartwarming films and shows that capture the silent strength and unconditional love of dads. Perfect for a family binge-watch. Father's Day isn't just about grand gestures—it's about recognizing the quiet strength, the daily sacrifices, and the often-unnoticed ways our fathers show up for us. Much like the age-old tale of Shravan Kumar's devotion to his parents, Indian storytelling continues to reflect this deep-rooted, cultural respect for paternal figures. And while the world has changed, the essence of fatherhood—love without loudness, care without conditions—remains timeless. If you're looking for the perfect way to spend this Father's Day, here are five heartwarming films and shows that capture the many shades of fatherhood—from the playful to the profound, the traditional to the modern. 1. Paa Paa on Netflix is an emotional rollercoaster that flips expectations. Amitabh Bachchan, in a never-seen-before avatar, plays Auro—a young boy battling a rare genetic condition that causes accelerated ageing. His father, played by Abhishek Bachchan, is an estranged figure who slowly reconnects with his son, making up for lost time in subtle yet touching ways. Their bond unfolds like a poem, filled with humour, heartbreak, and healing. Watch it to celebrate love that arrives late but lands deep. 2. Piku Piku, streaming on SonyLIV, is a quietly brilliant film that redefines father-daughter dynamics. It's not flashy—it's real. Deepika Padukone plays the dutiful yet exasperated daughter of Amitabh Bachchan's hypochondriac father. What makes this story special is its honesty—how caregiving isn't always romanticized but still rooted in love. Their road trip becomes a metaphor for navigating life's bumps together. It's witty, wise, and wonderfully emotional. 3. All The Best Pandya All The Best Pandya on ShemarooMe is a hidden gem in Gujarati cinema. It captures the everyday dynamics of a typical Indian household, focusing on the relationship between a stern, old-school father and his carefree son. Their banter feels lifted from real life—relatable, funny, and occasionally frustrating. But what makes this film shine is how it unravels into a courtroom comedy with a big heart, reminding us that even the sternest fathers love more than they show. It's the kind of film that sneaks up on you with laughter and leaves you with moist eyes. 4. Wake Up Sid Wake Up Sid, available on Netflix, may not scream 'Father's Day watch" at first glance, but look closer and you'll see a moving portrait of paternal love in the background. While Ranbir Kapoor's Sid finds his purpose, his father—played with quiet restraint—never stops believing in him, even when he doesn't say much. It's the kind of father many of us grew up with: not always expressive, but always there when it matters. This one's a must-watch for those who realize later in life how much their dad did in silence. 5. Yeh Meri Family Yeh Meri Family on Amazon MiniTV is pure nostalgia wrapped in 90s warmth. Through the eyes of a 12-year-old boy, it paints a heartfelt picture of middle-class Indian family life. The father in this series is both disciplinarian and softie, a mix we all know too well. Whether it's scolding his son for a bad grade or secretly leaving a chocolate on his pillow after a long day, this dad reminds us that love is in the little things. It's funny, honest, and will probably remind you of your own childhood home. This Father's Day, skip the clichés and dive into stories that feel real. These films and series aren't just entertainment—they're a reminder of the many ways fathers shape our lives. So, sit down with your dad, press play, and celebrate the superhero who doesn't always wear a cape—but always has your back. First Published:
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Time of India
Five held in Chatra with brown sugar
1 2 Chatra: Based on a tip off, Giddhaur police in Chatra arrested five youths on Friday for buying and selling brown sugar near Japua Maidan. Police also recovered 770 grams of brown sugar, a weighing machine, four mobile phones and two motorcycles from them. The arrested youths are Shravan Kumar (24), Rahul Kumar (19), Bunty Kumar (26), Krishna Kumar Yadav (29), and Mukesh Kumar Yadav (28). A minor was also taken into custody but was released later. In this regard, an FIR was lodged at the police station under the NDPS Act .
Indian Express
02-05-2025
- Indian Express
3 children go swimming in Telangana village pond, drown
Three children in Telangana's Nagarkurnool district allegedly drowned while swimming in a village pond on Thursday evening, the police said. The police have identified the deceased as A Ganesh Reddy, 13, his sister A Rakshitha, 10, and B Shravan Kumar, 7. The siblings, children of A Dharma Reddy and Savitha, had come from Hyderabad to their native Peddakothapally village for summer vacation, while Shravan Kumar, a Class 2 student at the local primary school, hailed from the same locality, the police said. Farmers in the surrounding area retrieved the bodies of the children and shifted them to the Nagarkurnool government hospital. The bodies were handed over to the families on Friday after post-mortem, the police said. According to the police, the children who were playing near the pond, along with three other children, entered the water body around 5 pm. 'Due to deep waters, the children accidentally drowned even as the three others called for help from nearby shepherds. The children could not be saved,' Sub-Inspector V Satish of Peddakothapally police station. The local people who noticed clothes on the bund of the pond informed Rajesh, the elder brother of Shravan Kumar, who was grazing buffaloes nearby. Ganesh and Rakshitha were studying in Classes 7 and 5, respectively, at Saraswathi Shishu Mandir in Bandlaguda, Hyderabad, the police said. The police have registered a case under Section 194 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). In a similar incident earlier on March 30, a woman and her three minor children had drowned to death in Venkatapur village of Kamareddy district where the woman was washing clothes in the well and her three children entered the water to take a bath. When the children started drowning, the mother tried to rescue them and died along with them in the process.
The Hindu
26-04-2025
- The Hindu
Pilgrims' progress
The legend of Shravan Kumar is well known. The child of an elderly couple, Shantanu and Gyanvati, born after fervent prayers and penance, Shravan grew up to be a devoted and compassionate son, symbolising the epitome of virtue. His dedication to his parents was unparalleled. He 'shouldered' the responsibility of taking care of his parents in their old age with utmost love and respect. He wanted to fulfil their desire to go on a pilgrimage to distant and sacred places. He embarked on the journey carrying his parents in baskets suspended from a pole that balanced across his shoulders. He walked relentlessly, making sure that his parents were comfortable throughout the arduous journey. However, tragedy occurred when passing through a dense forest. He was felled by an arrow released by Dasharatha, the king of Ayodhya, who was on a hunting expedition. Though the pilgrimage of Shantanu and Gyanvati remained inconclusive, the story of Shravan Kumar, as a devoted son who attempted to take his parents to various places of pilgrimage, continues to be told and retold to inspire the children of subsequent generations. The recently concluded event of Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj was witness to similar stories of many old and infirm parents being taken for a dip in the Ganga at the confluence of three rivers (Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati). It was celebrated as Maha Kumbh since it was a rare religious festival that takes place once every 144 years. It is a celestial spectacle that occurs when the sun, moon, Jupiter and Mercury are aligned. It is a living embodiment of India's timeless tradition, history and cultural identity. It attracted more than 660 million devotees from India and 183 countries abroad. It was a gargantuan event, some of the facts and figures about it speak volumes about its magnificence. It was undoubtedly the world's largest religious event. Over 40,000 police personnel and 3,000 CCTV cameras were deployed to manage crowds. The event included 14 new flyovers, nine permanent ghats and seven new bus stations. The event's arrangements included over 6,000 hospital beds in 43 hospitals, and air ambulances. The arrangements included 1,50,000 toilets, 18,000 sanitation workers and 1,800 Ganga Sevaduts. The event's website had millions of daily users from around the world. It included spiritual discourses, folk performances and methodological dramatisations. It also focused on waste management systems and a ban on plastics. Several world records were achieved including Guinness world records for the largest simultaneous river clean-up, the highest number of volunteers participating in a single-site cleanliness drive, and the most participants creating handprint paintings in just eight hours. One of the old and aged couples looking for a dip at the Triveni during the Maha Kumbh, which was held over 45 days from January 13 to February 26, was my wife and I. However, I later withdrew my candidature on account of my indifferent health and the alarming news about the ever increasing number of pilgrims leading to traffic jams and consequent restrictions on movement. But my wife, being a good old Allahabadi, was very keen on taking the dip, come what may. My son from the U.S. was in India a couple of months before the Maha Kumbh started. He said he would come in January to take us there. However, on account of his inability to get leave due to preceding Christmas and New Year vacations, he was unable to do so. A couple who offered to take us there by road could not do so on account of some family engagements. But the Triveni configuration of the stars ensured that my wife, in spite of her ailments, reached the confluence. It so happened that her brother's 50th wedding anniversary celebrations were due in early February 2025. It enabled her to get a helpful relative to make all the arrangements for her to go to Prayagraj and take the dip in the Triveni at the right time before the rush of pilgrims towards the end of the event began. On her return, she sprinkled the holy water on me and the helps at home to ensure salvation to all of us. Finally, our son arrived from the U.S. to play the role of Shravan Kumar when we decided on a pilgrimage to Ayodhya a couple of weeks later. Of course, he did not take us to Ayodhya in baskets suspended from a pole that balanced across his shoulders. It was a journey in aeroplanes, taxis and wheelchairs. vkagnihotri25@
