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GST: News

13 Oct 2025
Inflation

Retail inflation slips to 8-year low of 1.54% in September

India's retail inflation fell to a multi-year low of 1.54% in September, down from August's two-month high of 2.07%.

12 Oct 2025
Diwali

How Diwali weekend is driving high travel bookings across India

The hospitality and travel sectors are witnessing a significant surge in demand this festive season, especially ahead of the long Diwali weekend.

02 Oct 2025
Business

GST collections for September jump by 9% to ₹1.89L crore

India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections for September stood at ₹1.89 lakh crore, a 9.1% year-on-year increase.

30 Sep 2025
Amazon India

Amazon sees surge in electronics sales, small towns drive growth

Amazon India's ongoing Great Indian Festival has witnessed a massive surge in consumer electronics sales, with 70% of the orders coming from outside Tier-1 cities.

29 Sep 2025
Gross Domestic Product

GST 2.0: India's GDP growth forecast raised to 6.7%

Ernst & Young (EY) has revised its projection for India's real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth in the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26).

27 Sep 2025
India

No fall in cement prices after GST 2.0 became effective

A recent industry report by Yes Securities has accused cement companies of trying to pocket the Goods and Services Tax (GST) benefits that were supposed to be passed on to consumers.

27 Sep 2025
TVS Motor Company

GST effect: TVS announces festive price cuts across models

TVS Motor Company has announced a major price reduction across its range as part of the "GST Benefit Bonanza" campaign.

26 Sep 2025
Amazon

GST reforms drive 25% rise in festive sales across India

The recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, which came into effect on September 22, have given a major boost to festive demand.

26 Sep 2025
E-commerce

Centre monitoring GST rate cuts to ensure benefits reach consumers

The Indian government is keeping a close watch on the transmission of recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate cuts to consumers.

26 Sep 2025
Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki sold 80,000 cars in 4 days post-GST cut

Maruti Suzuki, the largest carmaker in the country, has witnessed a massive surge in sales following the recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) cuts.

26 Sep 2025
Maruti Suzuki

CAFE 3: Small cars get relief under new emission norms

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has proposed a draft rule that would provide some relief to manufacturers of small cars.

24 Sep 2025
Ashwini Vaishnaw

Cabinet approves ₹1,866cr Diwali bonus for 10.9 lakh railway employees

The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹1,866 crore as a Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) for over 10.9 lakh railway employees.

23 Sep 2025
Business

Why GST cuts won't lower home prices anytime soon

The new Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, which came into effect on September 22, has raised hopes of affordable housing.

23 Sep 2025
Bollywood

GST 2.0: PVR's Blockbuster Tuesday prices go down to ₹95

PVR INOX, India's leading multiplex chain, has announced a reduction in the price of its popular Blockbuster Tuesday tickets to ₹95 (inclusive of GST), effective from Tuesday, September 23.

23 Sep 2025
Maruti Suzuki

This is now India's cheapest car thanks to GST 2.0

Maruti Suzuki's latest price cuts, following India's GST 2.0 overhaul, have made the S-Presso the most affordable car in the country.

23 Sep 2025
Maruti Suzuki

Maruti, Hyundai shares up 4% today: Here we decode why

Stocks of Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai Motor India surged by up to 4% today.

22 Sep 2025
Mercedes-Benz India

Mercedes India aims double-digit growth during festive season sales

Mercedes-Benz India is expecting a record-breaking festive season, with double-digit growth. The optimism comes from strong demand and attractive price cuts, as well as a buoyant luxury car market.

22 Sep 2025
Indian Government

Nandini's dairy products are now cheaper: Check new prices

The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) has announced a price reduction for 'Nandini' milk products, effective from today.

22 Sep 2025
Hyundai Venue

These cars have become more attractive thanks to GST reforms

The Indian government has introduced a major overhaul in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure, dubbed GST 2.0.

22 Sep 2025
Travel And Tourism

How GST 2.0 reforms can boost tourism in India

The Indian government's recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms are expected to give a major boost to the hospitality, transport, and cultural sectors.

22 Sep 2025
Nirmala Sitharaman

New GST rates now effective: Have fuel, liquor become cheaper?

India's indirect tax system is undergoing a major overhaul from today, September 22.

22 Sep 2025
Indian Government

GST 2.0: Are smartphones, laptops getting cheaper starting today?

The Indian government's recent overhaul of Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates will not affect smartphone prices.

22 Sep 2025
Narendra Modi

GST 2.0: What gets cheaper, what gets expensive from today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's promise of a "great gift" this Diwali has come true with the launch of GST 2.0.

21 Sep 2025
Business

GST 2.0: These items will cost more from tomorrow

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, led by the Indian central government, is set to implement a major reform from September 22, 2025.

21 Sep 2025
Business

Insurers to pass full GST benefit to customers

Insurance companies are gearing up to implement the new Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates from Monday.

21 Sep 2025
Business

GST rate cuts take effect tomorrow: What's getting cheaper

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council's decision to cut rates on nearly 375 items will come into effect from tomorrow, September 22.

21 Sep 2025
LG

GST effect! TV prices drop up to ₹85,000

In a major move, television manufacturers are slashing their product prices by ₹2,500 to ₹85,000.

20 Sep 2025
Narendra Modi

You can now register GST complaints on National Consumer Helpline

In a major development, the Department of Consumer Affairs has launched a new facility for lodging Goods and Services Tax (GST) complaints on the National Consumer Helpline (NCH).

20 Sep 2025
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)

GST rate cuts could pose risks to banking sector: Report

A recent report by Systematix Research has flagged potential risks to the banking sector due to reduced Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates.

19 Sep 2025
Auto

Why there won't be festive discounts on cars this Diwali

If you're waiting for additional discounts on cars and bikes after the recent GST cuts, you might be disappointed.

18 Sep 2025
Maruti Suzuki

GST 2.0: Maruti cars become cheaper by up to ₹1.3L

Maruti Suzuki India has announced a price cut across its entire range of cars, effective from September 22, 2025.

17 Sep 2025
Nirmala Sitharaman

GST 2.0 reforms infused ₹2L crore in Indian economy: Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms have infused ₹2 lakh crore into the Indian economy.

16 Sep 2025
Business

GST 2.0: Why some products may show two MRPs

The new Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime will come into effect from September 22.

16 Sep 2025
India

GST 2.0: Mother Dairy products now cheaper up to ₹30

Mother Dairy has announced a price cut on its range of dairy products in India after the recent GST revision.

15 Sep 2025
Indian Government

India's passenger vehicle sales dip by 9% in August

India's passenger vehicle sales witnessed a significant dip of 8.8% in August, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM).

14 Sep 2025
Business

Businesses get relief as Centre eases Input Tax Credit rules

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued a circular, relieving businesses from reversing their input tax credit (ITC) when they receive post-sale discounts in the form of financial or commercial credit notes without tax adjustments.

12+ companies eyeing ₹10,000cr through IPOs in coming weeks

More than a dozen companies are planning to launch their initial public offerings (IPOs) in the next two to three weeks. The firms are looking to raise nearly ₹10,000 crore.

14 Sep 2025
Inflation

GST rate cuts to ease household costs: PwC

The recent revision of Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates is likely to provide some relief to household budgets across India, according to a report by PwC.

14 Sep 2025
Hyundai

GST 2.0: ₹3.49L price cuts on Tata, Mahindra, Toyota SUVs

India's recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms have led to major price cuts on popular SUVs and cars from brands such as Tata, Hyundai, and Toyota.

13 Sep 2025
Piyush Goyal

Centre orders price monitoring of 54 items after GST cut

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has ordered a monitoring of the prices of 54 common consumer goods. The move comes in the wake of recent cuts in Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates.

13 Sep 2025
Indian Government

GST 2.0: Medicines to get cheaper from September 22

The Indian government has directed pharma companies to revise the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) of medicines, formulations, and medical devices due to changes in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime.

12 Sep 2025
India

How FMCG firms plan to benefit customers after GST cut 

Consumer goods firms have told officials of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) that they cannot reduce the maximum retail prices (MRPs) for low-value products in line with GST cuts.

12 Sep 2025
Hero MotoCorp

GST relief for 2-wheelers could be undone by this regulation

The recent reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates has brought a wave of relief to the two-wheeler market, with prices dropping by 2-11% across most models.

10 Sep 2025
Insurance

How to buy insurance without paying GST right now

The GST Council has announced a GST exemption on individual life and health insurance premiums, effective from September 22.

10 Sep 2025
Insurance

Why CEOs of insurance companies are meeting Finance Ministry today

Top executives from various insurance companies in India are set to meet officials from the Department of Financial Services (DFS) today.

Why LIC seeks rollback of retrospective GST changes

The Life Insurance Council and the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) are likely to write to the Ministry of Finance and the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC).

08 Sep 2025
Atmanirbhar Bharat

GST rate cuts must be passed to consumers: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister Piyush Goyal has called on industries to pass on the benefits of Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate cuts to consumers.

08 Sep 2025
Lexus

GST 2.0: Lexus cars get cheaper by a whopping ₹20L

Lexus has announced a major price cut across its entire vehicle lineup in India.

08 Sep 2025
Audi India

GST 2.0: Audi cars become cheaper by up to ₹7.8L

In a major move, Audi India has announced a price cut across its entire range of vehicles.

07 Sep 2025
Auto

5-6% growth in two-wheeler sales expected after GST cut

CRISIL Ratings has predicted a 5-6% growth in two-wheeler sales for the current fiscal year.

07 Sep 2025
Business

Indian firms to witness 7% growth after new GST rates

Indian companies are likely to see a 6-7% growth in their revenues for the financial year 2025-26, thanks to the recent reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates.

07 Sep 2025
Hyundai Motor India

Hyundai cars get cheaper by ₹2.4L after GST reforms

Hyundai Motor India has announced major price cuts on its passenger vehicles, effective September 22, 2025.

07 Sep 2025
Yezdi

GST cut will make Yezdi, Jawa bikes more affordable: Co-founder

Classic Legends, the company behind iconic motorcycle brands Yezdi and Jawa, has welcomed the recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms.

07 Sep 2025
Business

Britannia targets 50% sales from rural markets in 4 years

Britannia Industries, the company behind popular brands like Good Day and Tiger biscuits, is looking to increase its presence in rural markets.

07 Sep 2025
Uber

Why GST confusion persists for ride-hailing apps in India

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has imposed an 18% GST on local delivery services provided by e-commerce operators (ECOs), including popular food delivery platforms like Zomato and Swiggy.

06 Sep 2025
Amul

How GST reduction on dairy products will aid 10cr farmers

The Indian government recently announced a reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates on dairy products, agricultural inputs, and food processing items.

06 Sep 2025
Nirmala Sitharaman

Mahindra SUVs get cheaper by ₹1.5L following GST reduction

Mahindra and Mahindra has announced a price cut across its entire internal combustion engine (ICE) SUV range, effective September 6, 2025.

04 Sep 2025
NITI Aayog

India set for 6.5% growth in FY26: NITI Aayog

India's economy is on track to achieve a 6.5% growth rate in the current fiscal year, despite global challenges and tariff pressures, according to Dr. Arvind Virmani, Member of NITI Aayog.

04 Sep 2025
Indian Premier League (IPL)

IPL tickets to get costlier as GST hiked to 40%

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to become more expensive for fans next season due to the latest Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms.

04 Sep 2025
Coal India

18% GST on coal: Why this move supports Coal India

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) on coal has been increased from 5% to 18%. The decision was taken at the 56th GST Council meeting on Wednesday.