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Despite global uncertainties, domestic reforms may lead to GDP growing 6.9
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Ind-Ra sees potential for FY27 growth to outstrip predictions, particularly with a swift Indo-US trade deal and a favorable Indian Ocean Dipole mitigating El Nino impacts. Conversely, a weaker-than-expected revival in demand could temper growth. Upcoming changes to the base year for GDP a
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Indian economy trapped between Goldilocks and Gridlock, shrinking fiscal s
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
India's much-discussed "Goldilocks" economic narrative is increasingly showing signs of strain, with weak tax buoyancy and shrinking fiscal space creating a policy gridlock, according to a report by Systematic Research.
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India shows strong public trust in tax system: Global survey
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
India continues to demonstrate relatively high public trust in its tax system, with strong tax morale and a growing perception of taxation as a civic responsibility, according to a new international survey released by global accountancy and policy bodies.
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Ranveer Singh-starrer 'Dhurandhar' declared tax-free in Ladakh
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta on Friday announced that Aditya Dhar's directorial film 'Dhurandhar' will be tax-free, citing the film's extensive shooting across Ladakh and its promotion of the region's scenic landscapes.
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Experts say GST collections show resilience after rate cuts; point to stab
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) data of December 2025 reflects resilience in India's tax collections despite steep rate cuts earlier in the year, with imports, steady domestic demand and higher refunds shaping the overall revenue picture, stated experts reacting positively to the GST num
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Fiscal deficit widens to Rs 9.77 lakh crore in April-November FY26, surge
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
India's fiscal position during the April-November period of FY26 indicates that concerns over lagging tax revenues and adherence to the full-year budget targets have resurfaced, even as the government continues to prioritise capital expenditure-led growth, as per a report by Union Bank of
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Delhi Mayor appeals to citizens to avail benefits of Property Tax Amnesty
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
"We appeal to all property owners/occupiers to make full use of this golden opportunity under the SUNIYO scheme and settle their outstanding property tax dues without incurring any further penalties or interest," the Mayor said.
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GST collections rise 6.1% to Rs 1.75 lakh crore in December
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections in December, in gross terms, rose 6.1 per cent to about 1.74 lakh crore compared to about 1.64 lakh crore in the same month last year, according to official data released Thursday.
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India-EU FTA must address impact of carbon tax, suggests Jairam Ramesh
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Thursday suggested that the impending India-EU FTA, which is expected to be signed soon, must account for what he termed as "unacceptable non-tariff barrier", referring to the European Union's CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) that is implemented f
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Cigarette, gutkha prices set to rise as Centre sharply hikes excise duties
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Cigarettes and other tobacco products are set to become significantly more expensive from February 1, 2026, after the Centre announced a steep hike in excise duties, citing rising public health costs, and long-standing revenue leakages in the sector.
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Centre imposes additional excise duty on tobacco products, to be effective
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Ministry of Finance has notified a major revision in excise duty on cigarettes and tobacco products, effective February 1, 2026.
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Union MoS Murugan unveils Government of India Calendar 2026
Updated : 1 week, 4 days ago IST
The Minister said the Calendar is not merely an annual publication of dates and months, but a medium that reflects India's journey of transformation, highlights the priorities of governance, and renews the collective resolve towards the goal of a Viksit Bharat by 2047.
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