GST collections scale ₹1 trillion in January
5 years, 11 months ago

GST collections scale ₹1 trillion in January

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Goods and services tax collections by Union and state governments scaled the monthly target of ₹1 trillion in January, the third time in this fiscal, despite tax rate cuts. Total gross GST revenue collected in January crossed ₹1 trillion on Thursday, “a significant improvement” over the ₹94,725 crore collected in December and the ₹89,825 crore in January 2018”, the finance ministry said in a social media post. GST receipt struggled to touch the target of ₹1 trillion for most of the current fiscal as policymakers took a lenient approach to tax enforcement while businesses, especially the smaller ones, struggled to settle into the new regime. This again underlines that collections are increasing steadily as compliance requirements are getting simplified, rates are getting reduced and administration is getting sharper,” said Pratik Jain, partner and leader of indirect tax, PwC India.

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India’s net direct tax collection swells 16% to ₹16.90 trillion so far in FY25
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1 day, 19 hours ago

India’s net direct tax collection swells 16% to ₹16.90 trillion so far in FY25

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Strong growth in tax collection from both personal and corporate income helped the Central government to collect ₹16.9 trillion in direct tax revenue so far this financial year after adjusting for tax refunds, official data showed on Monday. The net direct tax collection growth of 15.9% so far this year exceeds the 12.8% growth rate that finance minister …

BJP counters Congress’s charges on GST
5 days, 16 hours ago

BJP counters Congress’s charges on GST

The Hindu  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday accused the Congress of misleading people on the issue of Goods and Services Tax. BJP national spokesperson and former Rajya Sabha MP, Syed Zafar Islam, in a press statement, said the Congress was “rattled by the implementation and success of GST because it no longer has any loopholes, depriving Congress of opportunities for corruption”. …

Kharge demands end to ‘tax terrorism’ in the Budget, calls GST ‘Give Sitharaman Tax’
5 days, 17 hours 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
5 days, 23 hours 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 …

GST system is profoundly flawed, can be corrected without new legislations: TN Minister
1 week, 4 days 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
1 week, 5 days 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%
1 week, 6 days 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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1 week, 6 days 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...
1 week, 6 days 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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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 …

GST on exam forms: Turned dreams of people into source of income, Priyanka GANDHI slams govt
3 weeks, 2 days 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 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Arunachal committed to support GST reforms for economic growth: Deputy CM
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Arunachal committed to support GST reforms for economic growth: Deputy CM

The Hindu  

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein stated that the government is committed to support GST reforms for fostering economic growth and ease of compliance for all stakeholders in the State. Speaking at the 55th GST Council meeting at Jaisalmer in Rajasthan on Saturday, Mr. Mein, who also holds the Finance portfolio, said that the state government remained dedicated to …

Congress slams Centre over 'absurd' popcorn tax slabs, asks PM to overhaul GST
3 weeks, 3 days 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's key decisions: What's cheaper, what's costlier, and all other details
3 weeks, 3 days ago

GST Council's key decisions: What's cheaper, what's costlier, and all other details

India Today  

The 55th GST Council meeting, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday, introduced significant changes to the Goods and Services Tax framework. Several items and services will see a reduction in GST rates, offering financial relief: Fortified Rice Kernels : The GST rate on FRK has been reduced to 5% when supplied through the Public Distribution System. On …

55th GST council meeting in Jaisalmer on December 21, 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman media briefing
3 weeks, 3 days 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 meets to decide on lower taxes on insurance policies, ATF inclusion
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

GST Council meets to decide on lower taxes on insurance policies, ATF inclusion

Deccan Chronicle  

Jaisalmer: The 55th GST Council meeting which is expected to decide on reducing the 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 Rs 5 lakh. The four-tier tax slab of 5, 12, …

Insurance, plane fuel might get cheaper as GST Council mulls lowering taxes
3 weeks, 4 days 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 postpones decision to cut tax on insurance, rate panel defers report submission
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

GST Council postpones decision to cut tax on insurance, rate panel defers report submission

The Hindu  

A GST Council meeting on Saturday postponed a decision on reducing taxes on health and life insurance, while the much talked-about GoM recommendation of rate rejig in 148 items was not tabled before the Council. “We will submit the GoM report on rate rationalisation in next meeting of Council,” said Mr. Chaudhary who is the convenor of the panel. The …

GST Council 55th Meeting in Jaisalmer: FM Nirmala Sitharaman to discuss potential revisions in insurance, aviation taxes
3 weeks, 4 days 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 weeks, 4 days 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 council approves key reforms, defers decision on insurance premium tax cuts
3 weeks, 4 days ago

GST council approves key reforms, defers decision on insurance premium tax cuts

India TV News  

The Goods and Services Tax Council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, made significant decisions in its 55th meeting, aimed at streamlining the taxation system and curbing tax evasion. Other exemptions and clarifications Third-Party Motor Vehicle Premiums: Contributions made by general insurance companies to the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund, established under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, have been exempted from …

GST rate overhaul to face tough review amid tepid urban demand and inflation worries
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

GST Council to decide on cutting taxes on insurance premium, rate rejig on host of items
3 weeks, 5 days ago

GST Council to decide on cutting taxes on insurance premium, rate rejig on host of items

The Hindu  

The GST Council, in its meeting on Saturday, is likely to decide on reducing tax rates on life and health insurance premiums, while hiking it on high-end wrist watches, shoes and apparels, besides considering a separate 35% tax slab for sin goods. The 55th meeting of the GST Council, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and comprising State counterparts, …

Retailers urge FM and GST Council not to go for higher 35 pc tax rate
1 month ago

Retailers urge FM and GST Council not to go for higher 35 pc tax rate

Live Mint  

New Delhi, Dec 12 Indian Sellers Collective, an umbrella body of trade associations and sellers across the country, has urged the finance minister and the GST Council not to accept some of GST rate rationalisation suggestions, including the proposal for inclusion of a special rate of 35 per cent on some products. The sellers body is of the view that …

GST rate changes: Consult the public
1 month, 1 week 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, …

Mind economy's interest before Revenue's: Sanjay Malhotra to tax officials
1 month, 1 week ago

Mind economy's interest before Revenue's: Sanjay Malhotra to tax officials

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Cautioning tax officials to not kill the goose that lays the golden egg in the process of tax collection, revenue secretary Sanjay Malhotra told a gathering of officials that they need to be careful not to hurt the economy’s interests in the hunt for revenue. “This is a very positive development for the industry—it signals the government's intention …

Businesses Seek Higher GST Limit for Small Players
1 month, 1 week ago

Businesses Seek Higher GST Limit for Small Players

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: The business community sought raising of the GST registration threshold in the state from Rs 20 to Rs 40 lakhs in line with many other states, allowing small businesses to sell goods at lower prices without GST. In an interactive meeting on Goods and Services Tax organised by FTCCI, which was attended by commissioners from the state and central …

GST rate hike claims are ‘premature, speculative’
1 month, 1 week ago

GST rate hike claims are ‘premature, speculative’

The Hindu  

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs on Tuesday dismissed reports indicating significant indirect tax rate changes and hikes on the Goods and Services Tax rates of various goods and services, as “premature and speculative”, and stressed that a ministerial group tasked with rationalising the multiple GST rates is yet to finalise its recommendations. While the GST Council, which …

GoM proposes GST hike: Cigarettes, tobacco, aerated beverages may be hiked to 35%; GST Council decision on Dec 21
1 month, 1 week ago

GoM proposes GST hike: Cigarettes, tobacco, aerated beverages may be hiked to 35%; GST Council decision on Dec 21

The Hindu  

The GoM on GST rate rationalisation on Monday decided to hike tax on sin goods like aerated beverages, cigarettes, tobacco and related products to 35% from the present 28%, an official said. In total, the GoM on rate rationalisation will propose tax rate tweaks on 148 items to the GST Council. The four-tier tax slab of 5, 12, 18, and …

GST Council Considers Steep 35% Hike On Cigarettes, Tobacco Products
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1 month, 1 week ago

GST Council Considers Steep 35% Hike On Cigarettes, Tobacco Products

ABP News  

The Group of Ministers on Goods and Services Tax rate rationalisation has proposed significant changes to tax rates, including a hike on sin goods like aerated beverages, cigarettes, and tobacco products, increasing the tax to 35 per cent from the current 28 per cent. Under the proposed structure: Readymade garments costing up to Rs 1,500 will attract 5 per cent …

Up to 75 pc of GST revenue comes from 18 pc slab: MoS Finance
1 month, 1 week ago

Up to 75 pc of GST revenue comes from 18 pc slab: MoS Finance

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: About 70-75 per cent of GST revenues collected in 2023-24 fiscal year came from the 18 per cent slab, while just 5-6 per cent came from the 12 per cent bracket, Parliament was informed on Monday. The average GST rate has fallen below the revenue neutral rate of 15.3 per cent, prompting the need to start discussions on …

Punjab registers 63% jump in net GST collection: Harpal Singh Cheema
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1 month, 1 week ago

Punjab registers 63% jump in net GST collection: Harpal Singh Cheema

Hindustan Times  

Punjab finance, planning, excise and taxation minister Harpal Singh Cheema said on Sunday that the state witnessed 62.93% growth in net GST collection during November 2024 compared to the corresponding period last year. Punjab finance, planning, excise and taxation minister Harpal Singh Cheema said the total net collection from VAT, CST, GST, PSDT, and excise in November this year is …

GST mop-up fourth highest ever but red flags in laggard states
1 month, 1 week ago

GST mop-up fourth highest ever but red flags in laggard states

Hindustan Times  

The Goods and Services Tax revenue in November grossed over ₹1.82 lakh crore, the fourth highest monthly collection ever that also crossed the ₹1.80 lakh crore mark for the fifth time in 88 months since July 2017, despite major states such as Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh showing a dip in growth. The goods and services tax revenue in November …

Top News on Dec 1: GST collection rises, Andhra dissolves Waqf board, Kejriwal rules out alliance in Delhi polls, more
1 month, 1 week ago

Top News on Dec 1: GST collection rises, Andhra dissolves Waqf board, Kejriwal rules out alliance in Delhi polls, more

Live Mint  

From increase in GST collection to Andhra govt dissolving Waqf board to killing of 7 Maoists to Donald Trump picking loyalist Kash Patel as his new FBI director, here are today's top stories. GST collection for November rises by 8.5% to ₹ 1.82 lakh crore The goods and service tax collection for the month of November rose 8.5 per cent …

GST mopup surges 8.5 per cent to 1.82 lakh crore in November
1 month, 1 week ago

GST mopup surges 8.5 per cent to 1.82 lakh crore in November

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India's gross goods and service tax or GST mopup surged by 8.5 per cent to over Rs 1.82 lakh crore in November on year-on-year basis as compared to Rs 1.68 lakh crore in the same month last year. As per the data released by the finance ministry, the total gross GST revenue grew 8.5 per cent to over …

GST collection for November rises by 8.5% to ₹1.82 trillion
1 month, 1 week ago

GST collection for November rises by 8.5% to ₹1.82 trillion

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Driven by festive demand, the Goods and Services Tax collections for the Union and state governments climbed to ₹1.82 trillion in November, marking an 8.5% year-on-year growth, according to official data released on Sunday. The import GST revenue growth of 6% also backs foreign trade data which indicates slower growth of non-petroleum imports," said MS Mani, partner at …

GST collection reports 8.5 per cent growth to Rs 1.82 lakh cr in November
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

GST collection reports 8.5 per cent growth to Rs 1.82 lakh cr in November

India TV News  

The gross Goods and Services Tax collections rose 8.5 per cent to over Rs 1.82 lakh crore in November on higher revenues from domestic transactions. The statement released by the government said the total gross Goods and Services Tax revenue grew 8.5 per cent to over Rs 1.82 lakh crore in November as compared to Rs 1.68 lakh crore in …

GST Council To Meet In Jaisalmer On Dec 21; Key Decisions On Insurance And Rate Cuts Likely
1 month, 3 weeks ago

GST Council To Meet In Jaisalmer On Dec 21; Key Decisions On Insurance And Rate Cuts Likely

ABP News  

The 55th meeting of the GST Council, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, is scheduled for December 21 in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The council, comprising state finance ministers, is expected to deliberate on major tax policy changes, including a decision on exempting or reducing GST rates on health and life insurance policies. Following discussions last month, the GoM has proposed …

GST Council to meet in Jaisalmer on Dec 21; may decide on insurance levy, rate rationalisation
1 month, 3 weeks ago

GST Council to meet in Jaisalmer on Dec 21; may decide on insurance levy, rate rationalisation

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The GST Council will meet on December 21 in Jaisalmer, in which the much-awaited decision on exemption or lower GST rate on health and life insurance is likely to be taken. The council, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and comprising her state counterparts, may also take up some rate rationalisation exercise and reduce tax rates on …

Centre-state budget talks, GST Council meet after Parliament session jobs, growth, urban consumption in focus
2 months, 1 week ago

Centre-state budget talks, GST Council meet after Parliament session jobs, growth, urban consumption in focus

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI : Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to consult state finance ministers on the FY26 Union Budget following Parliament’s winter session, which concludes on 20 December. That is a major policy instrument available now, provided states also agree," said N. R Bhanumurthy, director, Madras School of Economics, noting that while GST revenue hit ₹1.87 trillion in October—the second …

GST Revenue Trends: A Rollercoaster Ride of Ups and Downs
2 months, 1 week ago

GST Revenue Trends: A Rollercoaster Ride of Ups and Downs

The Hindu  

GST revenue trends have been volatile this year, with growth in gross and net receipts exceeding that of the previous year's highest points, but falling short of the previous year's overall growth. While the year started with a strong surge in April, subsequent months have shown a decline in growth. The latest GST receipts indicate a positive trend, but it …

GST collections hit a 40-month low in September 2024
3 months, 1 week ago

GST collections hit a 40-month low in September 2024

The Hindu  

Growth in India’s Gross Goods and Services Tax collections slumped to a 40-month low of 6.5% in September, with revenues at ₹1,73,240 crore, about 1% lower than the tally in August. Gross domestic revenues were up 5.9% in September, with the uptick moderating 4.5% higher after adjusting for refunds, provisional numbers from the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs …

GST rate rationalisation: GoM discusses pruning 12% slab, next meeting on October 20
3 months, 2 weeks ago

GST rate rationalisation: GoM discusses pruning 12% slab, next meeting on October 20

The Hindu  

The Group of Ministers on GST rate rationalisation has discussed tax rate tweaks on over 100 items, including lowering taxes on certain goods from 12% to 5%, to give relief to the common man, West Bengal Finance Minister Chandrima Bhattacharya said on Thursday, September 26, 2024. She said items used by the common man should attract lower tax rates and …

GST evasion worth ₹2.02 lakh crore detected in 2023-24; over 40% from online-gaming
4 months ago

GST evasion worth ₹2.02 lakh crore detected in 2023-24; over 40% from online-gaming

The Hindu  

Goods and Services Tax sleuths detected taxevasion worth almost ₹82,000 crore by 78 real money online gaming firms in 2023-24, but that translated into a voluntary recovery of just ₹53 crore. The online gaming industry is reckoned to have evaded the highest GST levies last year, even as overall detection of indirect tax evasion surged to almost ₹2.02 lakh crore, …

GST Council Meeting: what is cheaper and costlier
4 months ago

GST Council Meeting: what is cheaper and costlier

The Hindu  

The 54th GST Council meeting, held in New Delhi on Monday announced several changes to the existing Goods and Services Tax slabs. The Council decided to reduce the GST rate on cancer drugs Trastuzumab Deruxtecan, Osimertinib and Durvalumab from 12% to 5%. Namkeens, or savoury snacks, will also become cheaper after the GST on extruded/expanded savoury food products is reduced …

GST Council meeting: New GoM on health insurance to submit report by October; Council may take a call on 18% GST levy in November
4 months ago

GST Council meeting: New GoM on health insurance to submit report by October; Council may take a call on 18% GST levy in November

The Hindu  

To soothe the growing clamour for a reduction in the 18% tax levy on the premium paid for health and life insurance policies, the Goods and Services Tax Council on Monday set the stage for a possible rethink by mandating a stiff 50-day deadline for a new Group of Ministers to review the tax rate. The Council’s chair, Union Finance …

GST Council meets today to discuss rate rationalisation, tax on insurance
4 months, 1 week ago

GST Council meets today to discuss rate rationalisation, tax on insurance

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: The GST Council will be meeting later on Monday to discuss an array of important issues, including the much-discussed GST rate on life and health insurance policies. The meeting may also discuss rationalisation of rate structure under the GST. As per sources, the Council may also announce extending the GST amnesty scheme for another year—FY21. In addition to these …

GST Council to deliberate on taxation of insurance premium, report on online gaming
4 months, 1 week ago

GST Council to deliberate on taxation of insurance premium, report on online gaming

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The GST Council on Monday is expected to deliberate on a host of issues, including taxation of insurance premium, GoM's suggestions on rate rationalisation, and a status report on online gaming, sources said. Sources said the fitment committee, comprising Centre and state tax officials, will present a report on GST levied on life, health and reinsurance premiums and …

​Enhancing oversight: The Hindu Editorial on the GST Council meet and issues
4 months, 1 week ago

​Enhancing oversight: The Hindu Editorial on the GST Council meet and issues

The Hindu  

The Goods and Services Tax Council, entrusted with overseeing the seven-year-old indirect tax regime, is slated to meet on September 9. The Council, whose parleys steered by the Union Finance Minister with States’ representatives are critical for resolving taxpayer challenges and setting broader policy direction, ought to meet regularly at such frequency. Beyond the broader revamp, the Council could also …

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