π Date: September 13th, 2025 π Time: 10:00 AM β 7:00 PM π Venue: Marri Krishna Hall, Tarnaka
About the Event
The 15th Mulam Santha, jointly sponsored by Gram Bharathi and CSR Memorial Foundation, brings back the essence of traditional living and eco-friendly practices. This vibrant exhibition showcases natural products, traditional crafts, healthy foods, and much more β connecting communities to sustainable roots.
Special Attractions
β¨ Eco-friendly Anna Patra (plates & cutlery) β¨ Beautiful Clay Pots β¨ Fun-filled Traditional Games β¨ Fresh & pure Natural Products β¨ Delicious Indian Snacks β¨ Pure Local Cow Ghee β¨ Authentic Handloom Textiles β¨ Healthy & tasty Millet Ice Cream β¨ Wholesome Millet Meals
In a bid to infuse new energy and young leadership, the Telangana BJP unveiled its reconstituted State committee on Monday, under the leadership of State president N. Ramchander Rao. The reshuffle reflects the partyβs effort to strike a balance between experience and youthful dynamism as it gears up for future political battles in the state.
β¨ Key Appointments in the New Committee
π’ Vice Presidents
Eight leaders have been appointed as Vice Presidents:
Banda Karthika Reddy (former GHMC Mayor)
Bura Narsaiah Goud (former MP)
Kasam Venkateswarlu Yadav
Bhandari Shanthi Kumar
M. Jayasree
Kolli Madhavi
Jaruplavath Gopi (Kalyan Naik)
Raghunath Rao
π’ General Secretaries
The three General Secretaries include:
N. Goutham Rao
T. Veerender Goud
Sri Vemula Ashok
π’ Other Key Positions
Chief Spokesperson: N.V. Subhash
Treasurer: Devki Vasudev
Joint Treasurer: Vijay Surana Jain
π’ Secretaries
O. Srinivas Reddy
Koppu Bhasha
Bharat Prashad
Bandaru Vijayalakshmi
Sravanthi Reddy
Karanam Parinitha
Baddam Mahipal Reddy
Tutupalli Ravi Kumar
π Morcha Presidents Announced
The party also revealed the leadership for its various Morchas (wings):
By inducting seasoned politicians like Bura Narsaiah Goud and Banda Karthika Reddy alongside younger leaders, the BJP seems to be positioning itself as a broad-based, inclusive force in Telangana politics. Analysts suggest this move could strengthen the partyβs organizational structure and widen its reach across different communities.
The reshuffle is being seen as a preparatory step as the party looks ahead to upcoming electoral battles in the state
In a landmark decision, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has approved a major reform in Indiaβs indirect tax system. The existing four-slab structure of 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28% has now been replaced by a simplified two-slab system of 5% and 18%, along with a special 40% slab for select luxury and sin goods.
The decision was taken at the 56th GST Council meeting, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, after a marathon 10.5-hour discussion. The reform will come into effect from September 22, 2025, coinciding with the start of Navaratri.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the move, calling it a “historic step” that will benefit farmers, MSMEs, traders, and the middle class, while giving a strong push to Indiaβs economy.
What Gets Cheaper
The biggest winners of this rationalisation are consumers and small businesses. Hereβs a look at the major items that will now cost less:
β Insurance & Healthcare
Life and health insurance policies are now GST-free (reduced from 18%).
β Food & Dairy
Exempt from GST: Ultra high temperature (UHT) milk, paneer, paratha, roti, pizza bread, khakra, and chena.
Fertiliser inputs such as sulphuric acid, nitric acid, ammonia, biopesticides, and micronutrients are now at 5%.
Agricultural equipment like tractors, threshers, and soil-preparation machinery will also be taxed at 5%.
β Automobiles
Small cars (petrol <1200cc, diesel <1500cc) and motorcycles up to 350cc: GST reduced to 18% from 28%.
Small hybrid cars also benefit.
Electric vehicles (EVs) continue at 5%.
β Everyday Essentials
Reduced to 5%: Shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, talcum powder, face powder, soaps, hair oil, tooth powder, feeding bottles, utensils, bicycles, umbrellas, and bamboo furniture.
β Construction & Industry
Cement: Now at 18% (down from 28%).
Auto components: Reduced to 18%.
What Gets Costlier
While many essentials have become cheaper, some categories will now see a hike under the new structure:
Luxury goods and sin products such as premium cars, tobacco, pan masala, and aerated drinks will be taxed under the special 40% slab.
Certain high-end consumer durables may shift from lower rates to the 18% bracket, though detailed notifications will specify the list.
Why This Matters
Simplified compliance: Businesses will no longer struggle with four different GST rates.
Lower costs for consumers: Everyday goods, food items, and essential services will get cheaper.
Boost for agriculture & MSMEs: Reduced rates on inputs and machinery will help farmers and small businesses.
Infrastructure push: Cheaper cement and auto components will aid housing and manufacturing.
Final Word
This GST reform is being hailed as one of the biggest overhauls since the system was first rolled out in 2017. By cutting down the complexity of multiple slabs and lowering rates on essentials, the government aims to make compliance easier while ensuring consumers directly feel the benefits in their pockets.
As the new rates come into force from September 22, 2025, households, farmers, and small traders are set to enjoy significant savings β even as luxury and sin goods attract higher taxes.
