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Explained: Why is GST on caramelized popcorn higher? A detailed analysis

There are differing opinions on the GST Council’s recommendation regarding the tax rate on popcorn, depending on whether it is…

December 23, 2024 16:58 IST

GST Council rejects airlines’ plea to include aviation fuel under GST regime, affecting operational costs

Airlines have been lobbying for ATF to be taxed under GST to standardise levies across the country, simplifying the taxation…

Updated: December 22, 2024 09:18 IST

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GST Council defers decision on tax rates for health, life insurance premiums – What we know so far

A Group of Ministers (GOM) set up by the Council under Chaudhary, in its meeting in November had agreed on…

December 21, 2024 22:14 IST

GST Council Meeting Outcome: From popcorn, luxury watches, cigarettes, food delivery apps to EVs – Here’s what will be cheaper, costlier under new GST rates

The GST Council has stated that ready-to-eat popcorn mixed with salt and spices will attract a 5% GST if it…

Updated: December 22, 2024 10:36 IST

Goods and Services Tax Council Meeting highlights: Check GST rates

GST Council Meeting Highlights: Nirmala Sitharaman defers decision on insurance tax, no decision on GST on ATF, food delivery apps; GST on marginal value of all used cars at 18%

55th GST Council Meet highlights: In today’s meeting, the GST Council decided to defer discussions on several key issues including…

Updated: December 21, 2024 20:04 IST

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A 35% GST slab will complicate India’s tax system and hurt investor confidence

“The proposed fifth tax slab at 35% targets demerit goods, but it introduces unnecessary complexity into an already functioning GST…

December 19, 2024 11:08 IST

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55th GST Council meet on 21st December: Here is what to expect

The 55th GST Council meeting is expected to discuss key issues including the current GST structure on life and health…

December 17, 2024 14:34 IST

55th GST Council meeting : What to expect and why this meeting could be crucial?

The GST Council is expected to address several pivotal reforms focussed towards inverted duty structure, GST rate rationalization that will…

December 10, 2024 14:49 IST

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Neither good, nor simple

The GoM’s proposals may be well-intended, but they will make the GST regime more complex.

December 4, 2024 04:45 IST

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GST Council Meet on Dec 21: Exemption on insurance levy, rate rationalisation to be key areas of discussion

Experts said that key areas of discussion for the GST Council will include potential exemptions or reduced GST rates for…

November 22, 2024 13:39 IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sithraman.

Sitharaman to meet state finance ministers for pre-Budget talks, GST Council meet in December

The GST Council’s 54th meeting, held on September 9, had directed the GoM to finalise its report on the GST…

Updated: November 12, 2024 13:10 IST

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No piecemeal approach

GST revenues must be pitted against the mop-up from the comparable pre-GST taxes, and constructive suggestions made on how the…

October 24, 2024 05:00 IST

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54th GST Council Meeting: Hits and Misses

The decisions of the GST Council demonstrate the Government’s endeavour to ease taxpayer’s concerns with a time sensitive approach.

October 3, 2024 11:42 IST

The six-member Group of Ministers (GoM), led by Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, last met on August 22 and submitted a status report to the GST Council on September 9.

GoM on GST rate rationalisation to meet on Sep 25

Currently, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) features a four-tier structure with rates set at 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%.

September 22, 2024 17:06 IST

Choices before GST council

Rather than raise rates, the government must fix the tax’s faulty design and bring in larger transaction volumes.

September 11, 2024 04:30 IST

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GST Council Meeting: A complete list of what will be cheaper and what gets expensive

The 54th GST Council Meeting made major announcements like tax cuts on cancer drugs, helicopter travel, and snacks like namkeen.…

September 10, 2024 18:31 IST

54th GST Council Meeting Live Updates: Nirmala Sitharaman will chair 54th GST Council Meeting today.

GST Council Meeting Highlights: New GST invoice system from October 1; Car seat tax hikes to 28%

54th GST Council Meet Highlights, Nirmala Sitharaman Tax Announcements Live: The GST Council meeting has agreed to form a Group…

Updated: September 9, 2024 21:17 IST

The Council will review a status report on GST revenue from online gaming, focusing on the impact of the 28% tax rate implemented on October 1, 2023.

GST Council meet tomorrow; rate rationalisation, taxation of insurance premium in focus

The issue has garnered attention in Parliament, with opposition members advocating for GST exemptions on health and life insurance premiums.

September 8, 2024 17:03 IST

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