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A Central GST official was apprehended by Lokayukta police for accepting a bribe. The superintendent demanded twenty lakh rupees from a businessman to close a tax evasion case. He agreed to accept eight lakh rupees and used an agent for the transaction. The businessman reported the demand, leading to the trap and arrests of both men. Both the official and his agent were sent to judicial custody following the operation.

According to the advisory, moderate to heavy rainfall has been forecast between September 17 and 25.

Sources in Dhaka said efforts are underway to schedule his visit to New Delhi during a suitable period in November following Mr. Rahman’s existing diplomatic engagements

Former J&K CM says she was amused that ‘three simple words ‘peace be upon you’, “God willing”, and “God be praised” can apparently rattle a party so large and powerful

The US State Department approved a potential sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia. This significant deal is valued at an estimated $24.3 billion for the kingdom. Concerns exist regarding China potentially accessing F-35 technology through Saudi Arabia. The proposed sale also raises questions about Israel's military edge in the region. This approval moves the sale into a more advanced stage of review.