Following the introduction of GST in 2017, the Centre had decreased central excise duties on tobacco and tobacco products to allow for the levy of compensation cess in GST without large impact on tax incidence. This bill seeks to amend the central excise rates, as the cess will be discont
Industry body PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) presented a set of pre-budget suggestions for the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) sector to the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, seeking easier taxes, cheaper credit and simpler rules for small businesses.
According to provisional data released by the government, the total Gross GST revenue touched Rs 1,70,276 crore in November 2025, a 0.7% increase over the Rs 1,69,016 crore collected in November 2024.
Kochi (Kerala) [India], December 1: Leading business consultancy firm CAPITAIRE has launched True Legacy, a pioneering brand in India dedicated exclusively to succession planning for individuals, families and business owners.CAPITAIRE founder Sreejith Kuniyil said succession planning is an i
After a 'sin tax' on tobacco-related items during the GST rationalisation exercise, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday introduced 'Healthy Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025', in the Lok Sabha. The Bill proposed a rigorous new tax regime on pan masala and gutkha manu
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday expressed strong discontent over the Union BJP government's alleged disregard for the state's demands and needs.
The Government of India's fiscal data for the current financial year up to October 2025 shows steady revenue collection and higher fund transfers to states, according to the latest figures released by the Ministry of Finance on Friday. The consolidated monthly accounts reveal that the Centre
Digital Gold, described by PhonePe CEO and co-founder Sameer Nigam as "physical gold sold digitally", is rapidly emerging as a preferred savings instrument for millions of Indians.
As the league prepares to take over the Royal Opera House from December 13 to 24, a fleet of purple-and-white GCL cabs has begun rolling through the city in an eye-catching prelude to the world's premier team chess event. In line with the rollout, GCL has partnered with District as its offic