Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman asks CBIC to introduce automated GST scrutiny system by next week
1 year, 10 months ago

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman asks CBIC to introduce automated GST scrutiny system by next week

India TV News  

New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday asked the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs to increase the taxpayer base and introduce an automated GST return scrutiny system by next week. The average gross monthly GST collection for 2022-23 stood at Rs 1.51 lakh crore and monthly GST revenue collections exceeded Rs 1.4 lakh crore for 12 months in a row. In a review meeting with the CBIC, Sitharaman desired that the indirect tax body may undertake a comprehensive root cause analysis of fake billing and input tax credit claims by studying the typology of cases already booked and come up with recommendations on technology-based solutions to address the menace and prevent its occurrence. “The Finance Minister directed CBIC to introduce its automated GST return scrutiny by next week and to implement an action plan to increase the taxpayer base through enhanced use of technology,” a finance ministry statement said.

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Central GST officers detect tax evasion of Rs 1.95 lakh crore during April-January
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Central GST officers detect tax evasion of Rs 1.95 lakh crore during April-January

India TV News  

Central GST officers detect tax evasion of Rs 1.95 lakh crore during April-January During the Budget Session Lok Sabha proceedings, Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary told the House that in this fiscal year till January, 25,397 cases of GST evasion have been detected. In a shocking development, the officers of the Central GST have detected tax evasion of …

Congress pitches for GST 2.0, says it supports a truly ‘good and simple tax’ regime
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Congress pitches for GST 2.0, says it supports a truly ‘good and simple tax’ regime

The Hindu  

A day after Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that Goods and Services Tax rates would be further rationalised, the Congress on Sunday argued for “more comprehensive changes” to the indirect tax regime. “The Indian National Congress had envisaged a GST 2.0 – a truly Good and Simple Tax - in its Nyay Patra for the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, …

GST rate cut soon, tax review in final stages, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman
2 weeks, 3 days ago

GST rate cut soon, tax review in final stages, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Live Mint  

Goods and Services Tax Council is in the final stages of reviewing GST structure and a reduction of the levy would happen soon, union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who chairs the Federal indirect tax body said on Saturday. Speaking at the Economics Times Awards for Corporate Excellence in Mumbai, Sitharaman said that the ministerial group set up by the GST …

Mohandas Pai dismisses ‘silly’ Mahakumbh Mela GST collection claim, netizens say ‘you mean hotels and travel were free’
3 weeks ago

Mohandas Pai dismisses ‘silly’ Mahakumbh Mela GST collection claim, netizens say ‘you mean hotels and travel were free’

Live Mint  

Former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai dismissed allegations of false goods and services tax collections during the Kumbh Mela 2025, which was held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Pai shared a post by an X user, who called out the “Kumbh propaganda” of the Uttar Pradesh government, portraying incorrect revenue and GST collection numbers. X user's claim "66 crores people visited, ₹7,000 …

Punjab’s tax revenue up due to govt efforts: Harpal Singh Cheema
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Punjab’s tax revenue up due to govt efforts: Harpal Singh Cheema

Hindustan Times  

Punjab finance, excise and taxation minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Sunday said concerted government efforts have led to a rise in the state’s tax revenue. Punjab finance minister Harpal Singh Cheema said this fiscal year has seen a continuation of the previous years’ trend, with a 13.4% growth rate in net GST, 14.4% rise in excise, 5.10% climb in VAT, …

India's GST rises by 9.1 pc in February 2025
3 weeks, 3 days ago

India's GST rises by 9.1 pc in February 2025

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India's gross goods and services tax or GST collections rose by 9.1 per cent to about Rs 1.84 lakh crore in February 2025, while gross and net GST revenues in February 2024 were Rs 1.68 lakh crore and Rs 1.50 lakh crore. The GST revenue includes a 10.2 per cent jump in domestic revenues at Rs 1.42 lakh …

India’s GST collection rises 9.1% to ₹1.84 lakh crore in February 2025
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India’s GST collection rises 9.1% to ₹1.84 lakh crore in February 2025

Live Mint  

India's gross goods and services tax collections rose 9.1 per cent to about ₹1.84 lakh crore in February 2025. GST revenues from domestic transactions jumped 10.2 per cent to ₹1.42 lakh crore, while those from imports grew 5.4 per cent to ₹41,702 crore during February. The net GST collections during February 2025 grew 8.1 per cent to about ₹1.63 lakh …

GST collections rise 9% to Rs 1.84 lakh cr; indicate economic revival, say experts
3 weeks, 4 days ago

GST collections rise 9% to Rs 1.84 lakh cr; indicate economic revival, say experts

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Gross GST collections rose by 9.1 per cent to about Rs 1.84 lakh crore in February, boosted by domestic consumption and indicating potential economic revival. GST revenues from domestic transactions jumped 10.2 per cent to Rs 1.42 lakh crore while that from imports grew 5.4 per cent to Rs 41,702 crore during February. Net GST collections during February …

After a tax cut and a rate cut, it's time now for a GST cut
1 month, 1 week ago

After a tax cut and a rate cut, it's time now for a GST cut

Live Mint  

After the Union government reduced the tax burden on individuals and the central bank followed with an interest rate cut, it's over to the states now. Its original goal was to reduce disputes related to the classification of goods and services, correct tax anomalies like finished products getting taxed at a lower rate than raw materials, and to enhance GST …

The post-Budget agenda: How to make GST 'Good and Simple Tax'
1 month, 1 week ago

The post-Budget agenda: How to make GST 'Good and Simple Tax'

India Today  

Good intention undone by poor implementation. At the SKOCH Summit in New Delhi in November 2024, M. Govinda Rao, economist and former member of the 14th Finance Commission, had said, “Globally, GST is considered a money machine. While political constraints may prevent a single rate, reducing the number of rates would bring clarity and efficiency.” At present, the GST structure …

Tax officers told to give relief to businesses on GST interest, penalty
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Tax officers told to give relief to businesses on GST interest, penalty

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI : The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs has told field officers that businesses which have paid tax dues in time are eligible for relief on interest and even penalty where the department has gone on appeal. In an instruction to officials, CBIC said it has received requests from officers for clarification whether relief on interest and …

GST evasion of ₹1.88 lakh crore detected by CGST officers during April-Dec 2024
1 month, 2 weeks ago

GST evasion of ₹1.88 lakh crore detected by CGST officers during April-Dec 2024

The Hindu  

GST evasion of over ₹1.88 lakh crore was detected by Central GST officers during April-December 2024, the Lok Sabha was informed on Monday. Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary said GST evasion, including ITC fraud cases, in 72,393 cases between April and December stood at ₹1.88 lakh crore. In the 2023-24 fiscal, CGST officials detected GST evasion of ₹2.30 …

GST evasion of ₹1.88 lakh cr detected by CGST officers during April-Dec 2024
1 month, 2 weeks ago

GST evasion of ₹1.88 lakh cr detected by CGST officers during April-Dec 2024

Live Mint  

New Delhi, Feb 10 GST evasion of over ₹1.88 lakh crore was detected by Central GST officers during April-December 2024, the Lok Sabha was informed on Monday. Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary said GST evasion, including ITC fraud cases, in 72,393 cases between April and December stood at ₹1.88 lakh crore. In the 2023-24 fiscal, CGST officials detected …

Is a cut in GST rates next? GST Council to soon take a decision, says FM Sitharaman
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Is a cut in GST rates next? GST Council to soon take a decision, says FM Sitharaman

Firstpost  

The Goods and Services Tax follows a four-tier structure with rates of 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%. The GST Council will soon take a decision on having fewer and lower rates as the review work is almost complete, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Tuesday. Days after presenting the Union Budget 2025-26 that also provides significant income tax relief to …

GST Council to decide on fewer, lower tax rates soon: Nirmala Sitharaman
1 month, 3 weeks ago

GST Council to decide on fewer, lower tax rates soon: Nirmala Sitharaman

India Today  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced on Tuesday that the GST Council is nearing a decision on rationalising tax rates, as the review process is almost complete. Addressing speculation, Sitharaman dismissed claims that the tax relief was politically motivated ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, asserting that it reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to taxpayers. The Budget has allocated Rs …

GST rate rationalisation needed: Finance SecyGST rates need to be rationalised: Finance Secretary
1 month, 3 weeks ago

GST rate rationalisation needed: Finance SecyGST rates need to be rationalised: Finance Secretary

Live Mint  

New Delhi, Feb 3 Finance Secretary Tuhin Kanta Pandey on Monday said enough experience has been gained with regard to implementation of GST and now the rates need to be rationalised in consultation with states. The GST Council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and comprising her state counterparts, has set up a group of ministers to suggest changes in …

Chandigarh’s GST collections up in January after December dip
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Chandigarh’s GST collections up in January after December dip

Hindustan Times  

After a dip in December, Goods and Services Tax collections in Chandigarh rebounded in January, showing a healthy 8% increase compared to the same period last year. The January 2025 collection reached ₹271 crore, according to the ministry of finance, a ₹19-crore jump from the ₹252 crore collected in January 2024. This positive start to the year follows a 20% …

Net GST collection in January rises 11% to ₹1.71 trillion
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Net GST collection in January rises 11% to ₹1.71 trillion

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The Centre and states collected net goods and services tax of ₹1.71 trillion in January, the highest in nine months. Mani, partner, Deloitte India, said: "The steady pace of the GST collections resulting in a 9.4% growth in revenues compared with the same period last year will help in exceeding the BE budget estimates) for FY25, if the …

GST collection in January rises 12.3 per cent to Rs 1.96 lakh crore: Govt data
1 month, 3 weeks ago

GST collection in January rises 12.3 per cent to Rs 1.96 lakh crore: Govt data

India TV News  

The gross GST revenue rose 12.3 per cent to Rs 1.96 lakh crore in January on higher domestic economic activity, government data showed on Saturday. This includes 10.4 per cent growth in revenue from sale of goods and services domestically at Rs 1.47 lakh crore and 19.8 per cent rise in tax revenue from imported goods at Rs 48,382 crore. …

GST Registration And Payment Of Tax After Inspection Is Not Voluntary Conduct: Madras High Court
1 month, 3 weeks ago

GST Registration And Payment Of Tax After Inspection Is Not Voluntary Conduct: Madras High Court

Live Law  

The Madras High Court stated that GST registration and payment of tax after inspection is not a voluntary conduct. The Assistant Commissioner issued show cause notice arriving a sum of Rs.69,54,554/- as GST liability for the total value of Rs.3,86,36,410/- and rejected the cum-tax basis benefit claimed by the assessee. The Assistant Commissioner passed an order in original, demanding balance …

Budget 2025: How FM Nirmala Sitharaman could streamline customs duty and GST?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2025: How FM Nirmala Sitharaman could streamline customs duty and GST?

Live Mint  

As Union Budget 2025 approaches, stakeholders across industries are anticipating significant policy measures in the realm of indirect taxation to drive economic growth, streamline compliance, and enhance ease of doing business. With evolving global trade dynamics and the government’s push for ‘Make in India’ and export competitiveness, the upcoming Budget is expected to address crucial issues in customs duties and …

GST Filing Deadline Extended by 2 Days Due to Technical Issues
2 months, 2 weeks ago

GST Filing Deadline Extended by 2 Days Due to Technical Issues

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The government on Friday extended the deadline for filing monthly goods and services tax or GST sales return form GSTR-1 and GST payment by 2 days after taxpayers reported technical glitches in the GSTN system. As per a notification by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, the last date for filing GSTR-1 for December is January …

GST on gaming companies: SC stays GST notices worth over ₹1 lakh crore against online gaming firms for tax fraud
2 months, 2 weeks ago

GST on gaming companies: SC stays GST notices worth over ₹1 lakh crore against online gaming firms for tax fraud

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the operation of showcause notices of ₹1.12 lakh crore issued under the Goods and Services Tax proceedings against online gaming companies. A Bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan passed the order in separate petitions filed by 49 online gaming companies. Last year, the top court had transferred to itself 27 writ petitions, …

Facing issues with GST portal? Govt likely to extend filing deadline for taxpayers
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Facing issues with GST portal? Govt likely to extend filing deadline for taxpayers

India TV News  

The Goods and Services Tax Network has identified major technical glitches with the GST portal, leading to discussions on a possible extension of GSTR-1 filing. Impact of GSTR-1 filing deadlines The last date for filing GSTR-1 for the December 2024 tax period is February 11, 2025, for regular taxpayers and February 13, 2025, for the Quarterly Return Monthly Payment scheme, …

Kharge demands end to ‘tax terrorism’ in the Budget, calls GST ‘Give Sitharaman Tax’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Kharge demands end to ‘tax terrorism’ in the Budget, calls GST ‘Give Sitharaman Tax’

The Hindu  

Ahead of the Union Budget, the Congress on Thursday alleged that the goods and services tax had become a means to “loot” people and demanded that the Centre puts an end to “tax terrorism”. In a post on X, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said that the GST could stand for the “Gabbar Singh Tax” or “Grahasthi Satyanash Tax ” or …

Gabbar Sitharaman Tax: Congress’ fresh jab at FM, says new circulars are issued 90 months after GST rollout
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Gabbar Sitharaman Tax: Congress’ fresh jab at FM, says new circulars are issued 90 months after GST rollout

Live Mint  

Congress leader Pawan Khera on Thursday took a swipe at Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman over Goods and Service Tax and said that even 90 months after the implementation of GST, new circulars are being issued. Speaking to ANI in Rajasthan, Khera referred to GST as Gabbar Sitharaman Tax, and said it has affected everyone. The tax that should have …

First three quarters of 2024-25 :U.P’s tax collections up 11.2%, non-tax revenue increases 36.4%
2 months, 2 weeks ago

First three quarters of 2024-25 :U.P’s tax collections up 11.2%, non-tax revenue increases 36.4%

Hindustan Times  

The Uttar Pradesh government has collected a total tax revenue of ₹1.52 lakh crore in the first three quarters of the financial 2024-25, an increase of about 11.2% against the collections of ₹1.37 lakh crore made under the same head in the same period in 2023-2024. The state government’s revenue collections also increased by ₹ 977.14 crore in December 2024 …

Did panipuri vendor get GST notice for earning Rs 40 lakh? Here's the truth
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Did panipuri vendor get GST notice for earning Rs 40 lakh? Here's the truth

India Today  

A panipuri vendor from Tamil Nadu got a notice from GST authorities after he reportedly received online payments amounting to Rs 40 lakh during the financial year 2023-24. A source in the Tamil Nadu GST department said the notice was misrepresented and was to inform the vendor to get a registration certificate, and come under the GST purview, by getting …

Existing system to measure GST profoundly flawed, says Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Existing system to measure GST profoundly flawed, says Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Speaking at the almuni meet, Information Technology minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan said the existing system to measure the goods and services tax is ‘profoundly flawed’ and can be corrected by 20 different steps without needing any new legislation. “At every quarter, we used to get this kind of statement from Delhi, we have record GST collections. If GDP keeps …

GST system is profoundly flawed, can be corrected without new legislations: TN Minister
2 months, 3 weeks ago

GST system is profoundly flawed, can be corrected without new legislations: TN Minister

Live Mint  

Chennai, Jan 4 Tamil Nadu Minister P T Palanivel Thiaga Rajan on Saturday said the existing system to measure the Goods and Services tax is 'profoundly flawed' and can be corrected by 20 different steps without needing any new legislations. If GDP keeps going up every year, the total volume of transactions goes up every year, so the GST collections …

GST collection 2024: Congress alleges slowdown in GST collections; asks government to focus on complexities of economy
2 months, 3 weeks ago

GST collection 2024: Congress alleges slowdown in GST collections; asks government to focus on complexities of economy

The Hindu  

The Congress on Friday claimed that the last quarter of the current fiscal year witnessed the “second-slowest pace” of collection of Goods and Services Tax in the past three years and urged the government to focus on the complexities of the economy instead of imposing tax on popcorn. Net GST growth slumps to 3.3% in December, as revenues slow and …

Net GST growth slumps to 3.3% in December, as revenues slow and refunds rise 45%
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Net GST growth slumps to 3.3% in December, as revenues slow and refunds rise 45%

The Hindu  

India’s gross Goods and Services Tax receipts increased at the second-slowest pace in 43 months in December, while growth in net GST collections, after adjusting for refunds, slumped to 3.3%, the weakest in financial year 2024-25. Editorial: ​Selective indecision | on the GST Council’s 55th meeting, decisions December’s gross GST inflows, for transactions undertaken in November, were a tad under …

GST collections rise 7.3 pc to Rs 1.77 lakh cr in December
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

GST collections rise 7.3 pc to Rs 1.77 lakh cr in December

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Goods and Services Tax collections rose by 7.3% to ₹1.77 lakh crore in December, maintaining figures above the ₹1.7 lakh crore mark for the tenth consecutive month. While higher than the ₹1.65 lakh crore collected in December 2023, it fell short of the record ₹2.1 lakh crore achieved in April 2024, according to government data released on Wednesday. …

How much GST did Indians pay in December 2024? Govt data says...
2 months, 3 weeks ago

How much GST did Indians pay in December 2024? Govt data says...

Firstpost  

The Central GST collection accounted for Rs 32,836 crore, State GST for Rs 40,499 crore, Integrated GST for Rs 47,783 crore, and Cess for Rs 11,471 crore. The year-to-date GST collections now stand at Rs 16,33,569 crore India’s gross Goods and Services Tax revenue climbed 7.3 per cent year-on-year to Rs 1.77 lakh crore in December, according to government data …

Centre, states collect gross GST revenue of ₹1.76 trillion in December
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Centre, states collect gross GST revenue of ₹1.76 trillion in December

Live Mint  

The Union and state governments collected gross Goods and Services Tax revenue of ₹1.76 trillion in December, the lowest in in three months, but showing an improvement of 7.3% from a year ago, official data showed. After adjusting for tax refunds, GST revenue collection stood at ₹1.54 trillion, showing annual growth of 3.3%. After refunds, GST revenue receipts in the …

Budget 2025: Should Nirmala Sitharaman focus on boosting consumption?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2025: Should Nirmala Sitharaman focus on boosting consumption?

India Today  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman faces a challenging economic backdrop as she prepares to present Budget 2025-26 on February 1. The Reserve Bank of India also lowered its real GDP growth forecast for 2024-25 to 6.6%, citing global uncertainties, volatile commodity prices, and fragmented economic conditions. MIDDLE-CLASS RELIEF & CONSUMPTION REVIVAL Anand Ramanathan, Partner and Leader for the Consumer Products …

GST on exam forms: Turned dreams of people into source of income, Priyanka GANDHI slams govt
3 months ago

GST on exam forms: Turned dreams of people into source of income, Priyanka GANDHI slams govt

The Hindu  

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday attacked the BJP over levying GST on examination forms, saying the government had turned the dreams of parents who saved every penny to prepare their children for exams into a source of income. The Congress General Secretary shared an examination form of the Kalyan Singh Super Speciality Cancer Institute, Sultanpur, that showed 18% …

Towards a simple and rational GST
3 months ago

Towards a simple and rational GST

Hindustan Times  

Social media went pop over popcorn on Saturday, sharing details on the differential Goods and Services Tax rates on variants. But, two larger issues with India’s indirect tax regime need to be promptly addressed. The window for the rationalisation of the tax slabs has been extended, and it isn’t clear whether this will even happen The first has to do …

Congress slams Centre over 'absurd' popcorn tax slabs, asks PM to overhaul GST
3 months ago

Congress slams Centre over 'absurd' popcorn tax slabs, asks PM to overhaul GST

India Today  

The Congress Sunday said the "absurdity" of three different tax slabs for popcorn under GST only brings to light the growing complexity of the system and asked whether the Modi government will show the courage to launch a complete overhaul for instituting a GST 2.0. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh also claimed GST evasion is significant, input tax …

GST council GoM to meet soon on lowering taxes for insurance premiums
3 months ago

GST council GoM to meet soon on lowering taxes for insurance premiums

Hindustan Times  

PATNA: The goods and services tax council’s group of ministers requires another meeting to discuss lowering taxes on insurance premiums for individuals, senior citizens, and groups, the GoM’s convener Samrat Chaudhary said after a meeting of the council in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer on Saturday. Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman chairs the 55th meeting of the GST Council in Jaisalmer Chaudhary, who …

55th GST council meeting in Jaisalmer on December 21, 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman media briefing
3 months ago

55th GST council meeting in Jaisalmer on December 21, 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman media briefing

The Hindu  

A much-anticipated review of the Goods and Services Tax levies on life and health insurance policies was put off by the apex body in charge of the indirect tax regime, the GST Council at its 55th meeting on Saturday, as some members sought more discussions on the matter before taking a final call. Moreover, rate rationalisation suggestions pertaining to about …

GST Council agrees to maintain status quo on taxing ATF by States: Bhatti
3 months ago

GST Council agrees to maintain status quo on taxing ATF by States: Bhatti

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Goods and Services Tax Council agreed to maintain the status quo on taxing Aviation Turbine Fuel under VAT, according to Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu on Saturday. Bhatti, who was also the Finance Minister, attended the 55th meeting of the GST Council meeting chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman at Jaisalmer in Rajasthan on Saturday. On the issue …

Insurance, plane fuel might get cheaper as GST Council mulls lowering taxes
3 months ago

Insurance, plane fuel might get cheaper as GST Council mulls lowering taxes

Hindustan Times  

The 55th GST Council meeting which is expected to decide on reducing tax rate on health and life insurance, besides considering rate rejigs on 148 items began here on Saturday. However, 18 per cent GST will continue on premiums paid for policies with health insurance cover of over ₹5 lakh. The four-tier tax slab of 5, 12, 18 and 28 …

GST Council 55th Meeting in Jaisalmer: FM Nirmala Sitharaman to discuss potential revisions in insurance, aviation taxes
3 months ago

GST Council 55th Meeting in Jaisalmer: FM Nirmala Sitharaman to discuss potential revisions in insurance, aviation taxes

Live Mint  

The 55th GST Council meeting, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and including state finance ministers, will convene today, December 21, in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. This pivotal gathering of the apex body for indirect taxes is expected to focus on significant rate changes for life and health insurance, luxury items, and the possible inclusion of aviation turbine fuel under the …

Council may increase GST rate on all kinds of used cars to 18 per cent
3 months ago

Council may increase GST rate on all kinds of used cars to 18 per cent

New Indian Express  

JAISALMER: The GST Council in its 55th meeting on Saturday is likely to announce changes in tax rates on several goods and services. As per sources, the fitment panel of the Council has decided to levy 18% GST on all kinds of used cars. The Council is likely to agree with the fitment panel’s recommendation and raise GST rate to …

GST rate overhaul to face tough review amid tepid urban demand and inflation worries
3 months ago

GST rate overhaul to face tough review amid tepid urban demand and inflation worries

Live Mint  

JAISALMER : Inflation and consumer appetite for purchases are two considerations that are expected to weigh on the Goods and Services Tax Council when it examines a ministerial group's recommendations for further hikes in the indirect tax, three persons informed about the development said. The ministerial group, led by Bihar deputy chief minister Samrat Chaudhary, is expected to make its …

Real estate developers urge government to reconsider 18% GST proposal on FSI, additional FSI under GST
3 months ago

Real estate developers urge government to reconsider 18% GST proposal on FSI, additional FSI under GST

Hindustan Times  

Real estate developers have urged the government to reconsider the proposal of charging 18% Goods & Services Tax on floor space index and additional FSI charges paid to local authorities for realty projects. The pan-India developers’ body Credai has said that imposing GST on FSI charges could increase housing prices by 10% and adversely impact demand. In a letter addressed …

CM Mohan Charan Majhi to attend GST, finance ministers' meet
3 months, 1 week ago

CM Mohan Charan Majhi to attend GST, finance ministers' meet

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR : Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will embark on a four-day visit to Delhi and Rajasthan beginning December 19 to attend the 55th meeting of the GST council to be held at Jaisalmer on December 21. The state government, which had asked for higher allocations of central funds to the state to accelerate infrastructure development at the last meeting …

No plans of 35% GST slab yet: MoS Finance
3 months, 1 week ago

No plans of 35% GST slab yet: MoS Finance

New Indian Express  

New Delhi: There are no plans yet to have a 35 percent tax slab under the Goods and Services Tax, and any decision on this would be taken together in consultation with GST Council, minister of state for finance, Pankaj Chaudhary told reporters in Delhi on Friday. The compensation cess levied under GST would cease to exist after March 2026, …

GST rate changes: Consult the public
3 months, 2 weeks ago

GST rate changes: Consult the public

New Indian Express  

The “recommendations” symbolise a misalignment, the fault lines in the understanding of the state of the economy. While the GST Council has ceased publishing data on collections, news reports show that November saw gross GST collections, at Rs 1.82 lakh crore, growing at 8.5 percent. It is a moot point if the process of GST Council GoMs allows for representations, …

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