Latest news today (October 7): Presenting FE’s Breaking News today. We will keep you updated on all major news, views and much more throughout the day.
Air India cancels flight from Delhi to Tel Aviv
An Air India Flight from Delhi to Tel Aviv on 07 October 2023 and the return flight AI140 from Tel Aviv to Delhi has been cancelled in the interests and safety of our guests and crew. Passengers are being extended all support, as per their requirements: Air India spokesperson
Cong to hold CWC meeting on Oct 9 in Delhi
Congress’ top decision making body CWC will meet on October 9 here to deliberate on the current political situation, caste census and further firm up the strategy for the upcoming assembly elections in five states.
Death toll from Hamas rocket fire rises to 22
The death toll in Israel from the Hamas rocket fire rose to 22, The Times of Israel reported citing Magen David Adom’s emergency service. According to the latest development, around 300 people were wounded in the attack and over 70 people were seriously injured.
Gopal Rai launches anti-dust campaign in Delhi to combat air pollution
Delhi Environment, Development, and General Administration Minister Gopal Rai on Saturday launched an anti-dust campaign to combat air pollution in Delhi.
No GST on flour with 70 per cent millets if sold in loose form: Sitharaman
The GST Council at its meeting held in New Delhi on Saturday recommended that flour, which has at least 70 per cent millets, will attract zero per cent tax if sold in loose form and 5 per cent if it is sold pre-packaged and labelled form. The decision was taken at the GST meeting chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
PM Modi reviews progress of announcements made in his Red Fort speech
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an important meeting to review the progress of announcements made by him in his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort.
Congress leader moves court over BJP’s poster on Rahul Gandhi
A Congress leader has filed a petition in a court against BJP national president JP Nadda and party’s IT cell incharge Amit Malviya over a social media post by the saffron party, showing party leader Rahul Gandhi as ‘a new age Ravan’.
GST Council decides to cut tax on molasses to 5 pc
The GST Council has decided to reduce GST on molasses to 5 per cent, from 18 per cent, and exempt alcohol for human consumption from the levy.
AAP MP Sanjay Singh moves plea against ED’s ‘bid to shift him to police lockup
The Aam Aadmi Party leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh has moved an application in Rouse Avenue Court of Delhi, saying that Enforcement Directorate officials tried to shift from the premises of ED to Police Station Tughlak Road on purported grounds where he could be tortured. Sanjay Singh through his legal counsels raised the issue of his safety and security.
Fire breaks out at house in Noida’s Sector 8
A fire broke out at a house in Noida’s Sector 8 in Uttar Pradesh, news agency ANI reported. According to the officials, fire tenders were at the spot and efforts to douse the flames were underway.The officials informed further that no casualties were reported in the incident.
Earthquake shake Afghanistan and Nepal
An earthquake of 6.1 magnitude hit Kabul on Saturday. According to the National Center for Seismology (NCS), the earthquake occurred at 12:11:02 pm today at a depth of 21 Km. Nepal was also jolted by an earthquake of 4.9 magnitude. The two tremors were felt within less than half an hour’s time.
IDF declares ‘readiness for war’ after rocket attacks from Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces has declared a state of readiness for war following a massive barrage of rockets from the Gaza Strip and infiltration of Hamas terrorists into Israel, The Times of Israel (TOI) reported.
3 killed in Canada plane crash
Three people were killed after a small plane crashed in Chilliwack in Canada’s British Columbia, according to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). The crash took place in Chilliwack, about 200 kilometres east of Vancouver. The victims included the pilot and everyone else on board.
Delhi govt to demand withdrawal of 28 pc tax on online gaming industry at GST meet: Atishi New
Ahead of the 52nd Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting on Saturday, Delhi Finance Minister Atishi criticised the Centre over the imposition of 28 per cent tax on online gaming industry, adding that the Coucil should consider withdrawing the tax evasion notices on companies in the sector.
5.9-magnitude earthquake shakes southern Mexico
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake shook southern Mexico Friday night, setting off alarms as far away as Mexico City, but without immediate reports of damage. The US Geological Survey said the earthquake occurred shortly after 11 p.m. local time near the town of Matias Romero in the southern state of Oaxaca. It was at a depth of 67 miles (108 kilometres). Oaxaca state’s civil defense agency said it was monitoring for reports of damage.
Fire breaks out at godown in Delhi’s Kammrudin Nagar
A fire broke out at a godown in the Kammrudin Nagar behind Hanuman mandir in the national capital on Friday midnight, officials said. The fire has been doused. No casualties or injuries have been reported in the incident so far.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to chair the 52nd GST Council Meeting today
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will preside over the 52nd Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting at the Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi on Saturday.
UDF announces secretariat siege against Kerala govt on Oct 18
The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) on Friday announced a secretariat siege on October 18 against the CPI(M)-led government in Kerala. After holding a meeting with UDF leaders, party convenor MM Hassan announced the holding of a mass protest against the State Government.
ADIA announces Rs 4,966.80 cr investment in Reliance Retail Ventures Limited
Reliance Retail Ventures Limited (RRVL) announced on Friday that a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) will inject Rs 4,966.80 crore into RRVL, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited. (READ MORE)
