Budget 2020: Insurance industry expects more tax incentives to increase penetration of life, general cover among public
5 years, 1 month ago

Budget 2020: Insurance industry expects more tax incentives to increase penetration of life, general cover among public

Firstpost  

Mumbai: The insurance industry is expecting more tax incentives to increase the penetration of life and general cover among the public in the upcoming Union Budget. “We request Finance Minister to consider a separate deduction to be provided for a premium paid on individual life policies,” Life Insurance Council’s Secretary S N Bhattacharya said. If no separate deduction is provided, the existing limit of Rs 1.5 lakh, under section 80C, should be enhanced to Rs 3 lakh, he said adding, “the existing limit of Rs 1.5 lakh is too crowded with both short-term and long-term investment vying for its share.” Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance’s Managing Director and CEO Kamlesh Rao said the introduction of a separate deduction of Rs 50,000 for first-time life insurance buyers and an additional capping of Rs 50,000 for someone purchasing pure protection plan will put life insurance on the fast track. For a pension plan issued by life insurance companies, an individual contribution to the pension fund is deductible under section 80CCC under the overall limit of section 80CCE of Rs 1.5 lakh. “It is recommended that in order to reduce the gap between the taxation of pension policies issued by life insurance companies vis-à-vis NPS, the additional deduction of Rs 50,000 for a premium paid should be extended to pension policies issued by life insurance players,” Bhattacharya said.

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GST Council to decide on fewer, lower tax rates soon: Nirmala Sitharaman
1 month, 2 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 …

Insurers seek Budget support for tax incentives, more global participation, push for health cover
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Insurers seek Budget support for tax incentives, more global participation, push for health cover

Live Mint  

Insurance companies are looking at government support for the sector through Budget announcements that enhance accessibility, simplify tax benefits, and encourage innovation in insurance products. “The government might table the Insurance Laws Bill 2024 in the Budget session, therein proposing a score of changes to capital requirements, permissible FDI limit, opening up of the agency channel, minimum capital requirements and …

Why Union Budget 2025 can enhance insurance and healthcare access for all
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why Union Budget 2025 can enhance insurance and healthcare access for all

Firstpost  

While we are getting ready for the forthcoming budget, it is the time to address reforms that might make insurance and healthcare more inclusive, reasonably priced, and easily available. Reducing GST rates on health and life insurance premiums will assist to relieve family financial load and provide these important protections within the reach of more households. Further improving access to …

GST rate cut uncertainty dents life insurers’ new business 22% in Dec.
2 months ago

GST rate cut uncertainty dents life insurers’ new business 22% in Dec.

The Hindu  

New business of life insurers declined almost 22% year on year in December to ₹30,218.71 crore, likely due to the continuing suspense over the indirect tax levies on insurance policies with the GST Council deferring a call on an expected tax cut at its December 21 meeting, along with tight liquidity conditions and a general slowdown in the economy. December’s …

India's insurance paradox: Penetration dips but premiums grow
2 months, 3 weeks ago

India's insurance paradox: Penetration dips but premiums grow

India Today  

The latest report by India's insurance industry watchdog has revealed that insurance penetration in the country, which was already low, has dipped further to 2.8% in the last financial year. "The insurance penetration for the life insurance industry marginally declined from 3% in the previous year to 2.8% during 2023-24," the IRDAI report said. GROWTH IN PREMIUM COLLECTION FOR INSURANCE …

​Selective indecision: on the GST Council’s 55th meeting, decisions
2 months, 3 weeks ago

​Selective indecision: on the GST Council’s 55th meeting, decisions

The Hindu  

Well into the eighth year of India’s revamped indirect tax regime, the apex body governing the system met last Saturday and unveiled a flurry of decisions — including some rate changes and clarifications — that were punctuated by some broader issues it chose to kick down the road. Such moves neither reflect well on the Centre’s claims around its hurried …

What gets cheaper, what is costlier after GST Council meet? Details here
2 months, 3 weeks ago

What gets cheaper, what is costlier after GST Council meet? Details here

Hindustan Times  

The 55th GST Council meeting, chaired by Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, on Saturday, brought changes affecting the prices of various goods and services. 2) Rice kernels, AAC blocks, raisins, pepper The GST Council has cut GST rates on the fortified rice kernels used for public distribution to 5% from 18% earlier. 4) Quick commerce, ecommerce, food …

GST council GoM to meet soon on lowering taxes for insurance premiums
2 months, 3 weeks 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
2 months, 3 weeks 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 Delays Decision On Tax Reduction For Life, Health Insurance Premiums
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

GST Council Delays Decision On Tax Reduction For Life, Health Insurance Premiums

ABP News  

The GST Council on Saturday deferred its decision on reducing the tax rate on life and health insurance premiums, according to officials. The GoM also recommended exempting GST from health insurance premiums paid by individuals, excluding senior citizens, for policies with coverage up to Rs 5 lakh. However, premiums for health insurance policies offering coverage exceeding Rs 5 lakh will …

GST Council Meeting Highlights: Nirmala Sitharaman defers decision on insurance tax, sweet popcorn to attract 18% tax
2 months, 3 weeks ago

GST Council Meeting Highlights: Nirmala Sitharaman defers decision on insurance tax, sweet popcorn to attract 18% tax

Live Mint  

The 55th GST Council meeting, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, introduced several updates to the taxation framework while deferring discussions on GST restructuring for insurance products. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while addressing the media on Saturday, said the Bihar deputy chief minister Samrat Chaudhary felt that any decision on GST on health insurance would require GoM …

GST Council postpones decision to cut tax on life and health insurance
2 months, 3 weeks ago

GST Council postpones decision to cut tax on life and health insurance

Hindustan Times  

The GST Council on Saturday postponed a decision on cutting tax rate on life and health insurance premiums, officials said. Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra attends a GST Council meeting with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at Vigyan Bhawan, in New Delhi. The 55th meeting of the GST Council, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and comprising state counterparts, decided …

GST Council defers decision on lowering tax on health, life insurance premiums
2 months, 3 weeks ago

GST Council defers decision on lowering tax on health, life insurance premiums

Live Mint  

The GST Council on Saturday deferred decisions on a tax rate cut on life and health insurance premiums and a tax rate overhaul meant to raise revenue collection as two ministerial panels decided to deliberate further before recommending changes to the federal indirect tax body, three persons aware of discussions said. Chaudhary, who is also the convenor of the ministerial …

GST Council meets to decide on lower taxes on insurance policies, ATF inclusion
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2 months, 3 weeks 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
2 months, 3 weeks 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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2 months, 3 weeks 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
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

GST council defers decision on lowering insurance premium rates
2 months, 3 weeks ago

GST council defers decision on lowering insurance premium rates

New Indian Express  

JAISALMAR: The 55th GST Council meeting held on Saturday concluded without any major decisions being taken. The much-anticipated decision on reducing GST rates for health and life insurance premiums has been deferred, as the Council believes further discussions are required before moving forward. The Group of Ministers on insurance has recommended a complete waiver of GST on premiums paid towards …

55th GST Council Meeting: Raises tax on used car sales; postpones debates on insurance, 'sin' products
2 months, 3 weeks ago

55th GST Council Meeting: Raises tax on used car sales; postpones debates on insurance, 'sin' products

New Indian Express  

The 55th Goods and Services Tax Council meeting, held in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, under Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday, deferred discussions on the much-anticipated proposal to restructure GST on insurance premiums. The GST Council also postponed discussions on the widely discussed rate rationalisation for various consumer items, including so-called ‘sin’ products. Under the current GST framework, e-commerce platforms face specific …

GST Council postpones decision on reducing tax for life, health insurance premiums
2 months, 3 weeks ago

GST Council postpones decision on reducing tax for life, health insurance premiums

India TV News  

On Sunday, the GST Council, in its 55th meeting chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, deferred the decision to cut taxes on life and health insurance premiums. Group of ministers to meet again for further discussions Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, who headed the Group of Ministers tasked with considering the issue, said a fresh meeting was needed …

GST council approves key reforms, defers decision on insurance premium tax cuts
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

55th GST Council Meeting begins: What could become costlier or cheaper today
2 months, 3 weeks ago

55th GST Council Meeting begins: What could become costlier or cheaper today

India Today  

The 55th GST Council meeting, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has brought together ministers from 28 states, two Union Territories, and key stakeholders to deliberate on sweeping tax reforms. FOOD DELIVERY PLATFORMS In a move to ease costs for food delivery services like Swiggy and Zomato, the GST rate may be reduced from 18% with input tax credit to …

GST Council delays decision on lowering tax for health, life insurance premiums
2 months, 3 weeks ago

GST Council delays decision on lowering tax for health, life insurance premiums

India Today  

The GST Council has postponed its decision on reducing tax rates for life and health insurance premiums, officials told news agency PTI. Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, who leads the GoM on insurance, stated that more time is required to resolve outstanding issues, particularly regarding the taxation of group policies, individual policies, and senior citizens' plans. In November, the …

GST Council Meeting: Will tax rates on health and life insurance premiums drop today?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

GST Council Meeting: Will tax rates on health and life insurance premiums drop today?

India Today  

The 55th GST Council meeting is expected to make significant decisions on tax rates for life and health insurance premiums. In its meeting last month, the GoM recommended exempting term life insurance premiums from GST, a proposal that has garnered support from several states. There is also a proposal to exempt GST on health insurance premiums of up to Rs …

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

GST Council to decide on cutting taxes on insurance premium, rate rejig on host of items
2 months, 3 weeks 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, …

Proposed GST slab of 35 percent is a deterrent for growth
3 months ago

Proposed GST slab of 35 percent is a deterrent for growth

Deccan Chronicle  

The Government brought in historic tax reforms with the introduction of the Goods and Services tax in 2017, promoting simplicity, while reducing the tax burden. As per media reports, the Group of Ministers on GST Rates Rationalisation has recently proposed a new slab of GST at 35% over and above the existing 4 slabs to products such as aerated drinks …

No plans of 35% GST slab yet: MoS Finance
3 months 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 Council Meeting: Industry eyes tax relief on health insurance premiums, higher levies on luxury items
3 months ago

GST Council Meeting: Industry eyes tax relief on health insurance premiums, higher levies on luxury items

Live Mint  

Industry experts expect a reduction in GST rates on health insurance at the forthcoming GST Council meeting on December 21, 2024. However, if health insurance is exempted from GST for all or specified persons, the insurance companies would lose out on input tax credits to that extent and accordingly, the reduction in costs can be less than the amount of …

GST Council to Review GoM’s Insurance Tax Suggestions Soon
3 months, 3 weeks ago

GST Council to Review GoM’s Insurance Tax Suggestions Soon

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Recommendations of the Group of Ministers looking into issues pertaining to GST on life and health insurance will be placed before the GST Council when received, Parliament was informed on Monday. After detailed deliberations, the Council recommended constituting a GoM to holistically look into issues pertaining to GST on life and health insurance. First meeting of the GoM …

GST Council’s December Meet: Waiver of levy on health, life insurance premiums on agenda
4 months ago

GST Council’s December Meet: Waiver of levy on health, life insurance premiums on agenda

Live Mint  

The GST Council will convene its 55th meeting on December 21 in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, to address crucial policy changes, including possible tax relief on health and life insurance premiums. The council, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and including state finance ministers, is expected to also deliberate on rate reductions for essential goods, as per a report by PTI. …

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

Nirmala Sitharaman to meet State FMs for pre-Budget, GST Council meet on Dec 21-22
4 months ago

Nirmala Sitharaman to meet State FMs for pre-Budget, GST Council meet on Dec 21-22

The Hindu  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is likely to meet her State counterparts on December 21-22 for pre-budget consultations and meeting of the GST Council, an official said. The 55th GST Council meeting would be held during one of these two days in which the much-awaited decision on exemption or lower GST rate on health and life insurance would be taken. …

Sitharaman to meet state FMs for pre-Budget, GST Council meet on Dec 21-22
4 months ago

Sitharaman to meet state FMs for pre-Budget, GST Council meet on Dec 21-22

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is likely to meet her state counterparts on December 21-22 for pre-budget consultations and meeting of the GST Council, an official said.The meeting assumes significance as states finance ministers would present their recommendations for 2025-26 Budget to be unveiled on February 1, 2025. However, 18 per cent GST will continue on premiums paid …

West Bengal's relentless efforts pay off as Centre considers GST exemption for health insurance premiums
4 months, 3 weeks ago

West Bengal's relentless efforts pay off as Centre considers GST exemption for health insurance premiums

The Hindu  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claims that the Centre's likely decision to exempt Goods and Services Tax (GST) on term life insurance premiums and premiums paid by senior citizens for health coverage is the result of sustained efforts by the State Government. The Chief Minister shared a letter she had written to the Union Finance Minister in August, warning …

Why GST is no longer a good and simple tax
6 months ago

Why GST is no longer a good and simple tax

New Indian Express  

The GST was to be a ‘good and simple tax’ when introduced in 2017 after a decade in preparation. It is a tax whose first objective is to minimise distortions in the market caused by high and multiple tax rates, achieve a large and uniform tax base, and guarantee that taxes paid on inputs are refunded to suppliers in the …

Group of Ministers to review tax rates on health, life insurance
6 months ago

Group of Ministers to review tax rates on health, life insurance

The Hindu  

The GST Council constituted a 13-member Group of Ministers on Sunday to suggest GST rates on premiums of various health and life insurance products. It will also suggest tax rates on life insurance, including term insurance, and life insurance with investment plans, whether individual or group, and re-insurance. Some opposition-ruled states, including West Bengal, had demanded complete exemption for health …

​Soothing salvo: On new Group of Ministers and tax changes for insurance policies
6 months, 1 week ago

​Soothing salvo: On new Group of Ministers and tax changes for insurance policies

The Hindu  

Meeting for the second time after the 2024 general election results, the Goods and Services Tax Council on Monday sought to calm some of the rising clamour against the 18% indirect tax levy on insurance premium payments. A new Group of Ministers is being formed to urgently recommend tax changes for life and health insurance policies, with an assurance the …

Priorities askew with high insurance tax, cheaper fried snacks
6 months, 1 week ago

Priorities askew with high insurance tax, cheaper fried snacks

New Indian Express  

The GST Council, which reviews the goods and services tax levied on specific items and categories, has thoughtfully reduced the tax on a few cancer drugs and on educational institutions’ R&D services. But for reasons that are still cloudy, the council has also given cholesterol a boost by reducing the rate on fried snacks to 12 percent and rewarded high-fliers …

GST Council meeting: New GoM on health insurance to submit report by October; Council may take a call on 18% GST levy in November
6 months, 1 week 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 delays decision on insurance premiums to next meeting: Report
6 months, 1 week ago

GST Council delays decision on insurance premiums to next meeting: Report

India Today  

The wait for relief on health insurance premiums just got a bit longer as the GST Council has postponed its decision to cut the Goods and Services Tax on health and life insurance. The GST Council meeting was expected to bring some relief to individuals, especially senior citizens, by reducing the GST rate applied to health insurance policies. The council …

GST Council lowers tax on cancer drugs to 5%, to finalise cuts on health and life insurance premiums
6 months, 1 week ago

GST Council lowers tax on cancer drugs to 5%, to finalise cuts on health and life insurance premiums

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: After much hue and cry over 18% GST on health and life insurance premiums, the GST Council in its 54th meeting on Monday reached a broad consensus on reducing taxes and decided to constitute a Group of Ministers to deliberate on the issue. In the meeting chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the GST Council also made several key …

What GST Council has decided on demands of tax cuts in health insurance premiums | Details
6 months, 1 week ago

What GST Council has decided on demands of tax cuts in health insurance premiums | Details

India TV News  

The GST Council on Monday set up a new Group of Ministers on rate reduction on medical health insurance, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced. The medical health insurance GoM which has been set up is essentially the already established GoM on rate rationalisation, headed by the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar Samrat Chaudhary. The GoM will have to make deliberations …

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

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

The Hindu  

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. The GST Council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and comprising state ministers, will decide on whether to reduce the tax burden on health insurance from the …

GST Council meets today to discuss rate rationalisation, tax on insurance
6 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
6 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 …

Council may cut GST on health insurance to 5 per cent
6 months, 1 week ago

Council may cut GST on health insurance to 5 per cent

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Goods and Services Tax Council is set to discuss crucial matters that could reshape tax implications for mediclaim policies during its meet on September 9. The meeting will focus on proposals aimed at rationalising the current GST structure, which currently imposes an 18% tax on mediclaim premiums, which many stakeholders argue is unsustainable for consumers and insurers …

Karnataka urges Centre to reconsider 18% GST on health insurance
6 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka urges Centre to reconsider 18% GST on health insurance

The Hindu  

The Karnataka government on Friday urged the Centre to reconsider the 18% Goods and Services Tax for the middle-income and low-income policyholders on health insurance. In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 6, Karnataka’s Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has urged him to recommend to the GST Council, which is due to meet on the September 9, …

GST council must mind government, taxpayer needs
6 months, 1 week ago

GST council must mind government, taxpayer needs

New Indian Express  

The 54th Goods and Services Tax Council meeting scheduled for Monday is expected to take on the much-awaited rationalisation of tax rates. The council is also expected to consider the contentious issue of 18 per cent GST on life and health insurance premiums, which has drawn the ire of a wide section of Indians. Last month, the Group of Ministers …

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