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September 23, 2025

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  • Assam Mourns Zubeen Garg

  • 71st National Film Awards

  • GST Bachat Utsav

Assam Mourns Zubeen Garg

Zubeen Garg, Assam's iconic singer and cultural icon, passed away last Friday in Singapore after a drowning accident. Over a million people have paid tribute. His last rites will be performed in Sonapur, Guwahati today, attended by dignitaries including Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju. A second postmortem will be conducted at Guwahati Medical College and Hospital. Garg, known for his versatile work spanning 38,000+ songs in 40 languages and his Bollywood debut with "Ya Ali" in 2006, was a beloved figure across Northeast India. His first album, "Anamika," was released in 1992.

Why it's important: Zubeen Garg's death marks the loss of a legendary artist and cultural icon, deeply impacting the Northeast Indian states and beyond.

Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, and Mohanlal Among Winners

President Droupadi Murmu will present the 71st National Film Awards in New Delhi on October 3, 2024. Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey won Best Actor, Rani Mukerji Best Actress. '12th Fail' won Best Feature Film (Hindi), and 'Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery' Best Hindi Film. Mohanlal receives the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Other awards include Best Non-Feature Film ('Flowering Man'), Best Documentary ('God Vulture and Human'), and various awards for music, editing, and children's films. 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani' won Best Popular Film.

Why it's important: The National Film Awards recognize and celebrate excellence in Indian cinema, promoting artistic achievement and cultural heritage.

Modi Announces Next Generation GST Reforms Boosting Savings and Ease of Doing Business

On the first day of Navratri, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the commencement of "GST Bachat Utsav," implementing Next Generation GST reforms from October 1. These reforms lower GST rates, leading to increased household savings and ease of doing business. The changes benefit all sectors, including farmers, MSMEs, and the middle class, boosting growth and investment. Modi highlighted shopkeepers displaying pre- and post-reform tax comparisons, emphasizing lower taxes, prices, and simpler rules for better sales and reduced compliance burdens. These reforms aim to strengthen local manufacturing and contribute to Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

Why it's important: Lower GST rates directly benefit households and businesses, stimulating economic growth and furthering India's self-reliance goals.

Global Chronicles 🌐 

  • India and Morocco signed a defence cooperation MoU yesterday, encompassing collaboration in industry, training, and counter-terrorism, reflecting a strengthened friendship.

  • 216 arrested (127 adults, 89 minors), 1 death reported during anti-corruption protests in the Philippines following President Marcos' July statement on the scandal.

Market Movers 🤑 

  • In India, 24 Karat gold traded up 1.3% at ₹1,11,840/10g, and silver up 1.4% at ₹1,31,930/kg; MCX October gold was up 1.3% at ₹1,11,310/10g, and December silver up 1.6% at ₹1,31,965/kg.

  • Next-generation GST reforms, effective Monday, slash auto component tax to 18% (from 28%), buses (up to 10 seats) to 18% (from 28%), and tractors (up to 1800cc) to 5%, boosting vehicle sales and the economy.

Sports Spectacle 🏅 

  • India beat Pakistan 3-2 to top Group B and reach the U-17 SAFF Championship semifinals, facing Nepal on September 25.

  • India defeated Pakistan by six wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, chasing 172 with seven balls to spare, extending their unbeaten streak against their rivals.

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