Small traders in Karnataka to begin two-day protest over GST notices from July 23
Bengaluru: Small-scale traders across Karnataka are set to begin a two-day protest on July 23 and 24, opposing GST notices served to them reportedly by the state’s Commercial Tax Department. The protest, led by the Karnataka Karmika Parishath, will not involve a complete shutdown of business, but traders will stop selling dairy products, including tea and coffee, reported Deccan Herald.
Quoting Karnataka Karmika Parishath President Ravi Shetty Byndoor, Deccan Herald reported that while shops would remain open, traders would wear black bands as a mark of protest. He said most of the notices had been issued to bakeries and condiment stores, and added that the government should focus on educating traders about tax procedures before taking any action.
The association, which has around 65,000 members, has also planned a larger protest on July 25 at Freedom Park in Bengaluru. On that day, all shops affiliated with the association will remain closed, and members from across the state will gather in the city to voice their concerns.
Another group, the Karnataka State Association of Bakeries, Condiments and Small Enterprises, is holding a similar protest on July 24.
The association has reportedly asked the government to withdraw the notices and instead allow businesses with an annual turnover of over ₹40 lakh to pay a flat 1% tax based on available records under the presumptive tax scheme.
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Indian Defence forces committed to adapting to changing environment: CDS General Chauhan
Hyderabad (PTI): Asserting that war and warfare is at the cusp of a major revolution, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Saturday said the Indian Defence forces are committed to adapting to changing environment and imbibing reforms to remain ready and relevant.
Addressing the Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) of 216 Course held at the Air Force Academy at Dundigal near here, General Chauhan said India's strength rests on robust institutions, democratic stability, and unwavering professionalism of our Armed Forces.
He said the intensity of operations may have ebbed, but Operation Sindoor continues.
"You (new officers) also join the Air Force at a moment when a new normal has firmly taken shape. An era defined by a high degree of operational preparedness, 24-7, 365 days. The intensity of operations may have ebbed, but Operation Sindhur continues," he said.
He further said the newly trained officers are entering the Indian Air Force during a phase of deep transformation of the Indian Armed Forces.
Integrated structures, joint operations, and national pursuit of Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence are shaping the future of India's military strength, he said.
"Your journey ahead will be accordingly guided by Jai, the first word of Jai Hind, that's victory. 'J' stands for jointness, fighting as one nation, one force. 'A' stands for Atmanirbhar Bharat, trusted platforms and systems made not just for India but for the world. And finally, 'I' for innovation, daring to think ahead and to be ahead of the curve," he explained.
General Chauhan further said battles in the older domains will always remain contested, often brutal. But in the new domains, they will be smart, swift, and shaped by intellect, innovation, and initiative. The force that masters new frontiers is more likely to prevail in future conflicts.
