"The implementation of GST rate rationalisation from September 22 marks a significant milestone in India's tax reforms. By simplifying the structure, these measures will not only stimulate consumer demand but also enhance state revenue efficiency--creating a virtuous cycle of growth, stabili
In a major reform aimed at providing relief to households, farmers, businesses and the healthcare sector, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday announced a sweeping reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates on a wide range of essential items, automobiles, agriculture inpu
"Poor people, unaware of the quality of the product, buy the cheaper product from the market. Beneficiaries of the Ujjwala scheme need protective hoses the most, but they will be able to afford them only if the price is lower. Because of the 18 per cent GST on it, the price increases signifi
Team India's quest for Asian supremacy will start from September 10 against the UAE, with the hotly anticipated India-Pakistan clash taking place on September 14. India will play their last league match against the UAE on September 19. The super four stage will start from September 20.
In a significant simplification in the GST regime, which will benefit the common man, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday announced consolidation of 12% and 18% slabs into a dual rate structure of 5% and 18% besides 40% for sin goods.
The body--Environment Audit Designated Agency (EADA)--will be responsible for certification and registration of environmental auditors, monitoring their performance, taking disciplinary action, facilitating capacity building, and maintaining an online register of certified professionals.
In a post on X, CM Sarma wrote, "While some deal with Kangaroos, we have to deal with .... Anyway, our vigil remains strong as we have PUSHED BACK another 13 illegal infiltrators, who were apprehended in Barpeta, back to Bangladesh. We will keep a strong eye and ensure every illegal infil
Officials suggest that the team will assess the damage and prepare a report based on their inspection, which will be followed by further assistance from the central government.
"I am going to the flood-affected areas of Punjab tomorrow. I want to tell my farmer brothers and sisters, people that the central government is keeping an eye on the situation. Along with the state government, it will take every possible measure to take the people. I will personally visi
Leader of Opposition in Tamil Nadu Assembly and AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Tuesday campaigned in Madurai district as part of his statewide programme "Makkalai Kaapom, Tamizhagathai Meetpom" ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, declaring that the DMK would
"We are supporting the move of the Prime Minister. Assam's view is to lower GST to 5% and 18%. We will completely support the decision of the Government of India," Sarma said while speaking to the reporters here.
The top teams from each group will progress to the final, while the two second-placed teams will make it to the third-place match, both to take place on September 8.