Crisil Ratings reports that the domestic cigarette industry is preparing for a 6-8 per cent volume reduction in the next fiscal year. This follows the imposition of additional excise duties and an increase in GST rates effective February 1. Under the new tax structure, the compensation ce
New Delhi [India], January 28: As the Union Budget 2026 approaches, Gujarat's leading corporate voices have outlined clear expectations to sustain India's growth momentum and advance the vision of a Viksit Bharat. Industry leaders across manufacturing, infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], January 28: Patil Automation Limited (NSE: PATILAUTOM | INE17GV01016), a leading provider of turnkey welding, assembly, and robotics-integrated automation systems, has announced the receipt of a domestic purchase order valued at ₹8.25 crore (inclusive of all taxes
India's fiscal deficit is budgeted at 4.4% of GDP in FY26, and policymakers are expected to signal a further consolidation to around 4.0% in FY27, EY said. However, slower-than-expected nominal GDP growth and subdued tax collections have narrowed the room for manoeuvre.
The accused has been sentenced to simple imprisonment for a period of 5 years and 6 months, with a fine of Rs 5,000, under Section 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, and to simple imprisonment of 2.5 years, with a fine of Rs 5,000, under Section 66C of the Income Tax Act, 200
Highlighting the scale of trade between India and the EU, he said, "The total trade between India and EU -- all countries put together -- is $220 billion in goods and services put together, out of which $135 billion on goods and the remaining are in services. Both areas are covered very well
Speaking to ANI, Krishnan said, "Market participants have expressed a view that they'd like to see some reduction in STT, which is seen as the major contributor to the cost of trading."
The central government in the upcoming budget 2026 should announce reforms across taxation, insurance and pension sectors to boost household financial savings, reduce compliance challenges and improve social security coverage in the country, highlighted a report by State Bank of India (SB
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 27: InCorp Advisory, an Ascentium Group company, a leading global business services platform, has announced the acquisition of TMSL, a leading global technology-enabled tax services business. TMSL's credentials in GST, Indirect Tax, and technology-led Ro
The central government's tax collections have remained weak so far in the ongoing financial year 2025-26 (FY26), with growth significantly lower than budgeted estimates, but the situation is expected to improve in the next financial year, FY27, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings.
Local traders in Hyderabad on Sunday expressed their expectations from the upcoming Union Budget, citing mounting challenges due to rising taxes and increasing procurement costs that are impacting small businesses.
Chaitanya explained, "High GST rates have reduced consumers' ability to spend, leading to a noticeable decline in demand. This fall in consumption has directly impacted retail businesses, particularly small traders who depend on steady daily sales." He noted that while the Central Governm