GST News
GST Overhaul Aims to Simplify Compliance, Boost Consumption: FM Sitharaman
09 September 2025 at 09:08FM Nirmala Sitharaman says GST overhaul will simplify compliance, speed up refunds, and reduce household costs. From Sept 22, 400 items including cars, soaps, and insurance to get cheaper.
FM Sitharaman: Companies Must Pass GST Rate Cut Benefits to Consumers
09 September 2025 at 08:59FM Nirmala Sitharaman urges companies to pass on GST rate cut benefits to consumers, as GST 2.0 takes effect on Sept 22. CBIC warns industries to ensure compliance; relief package for exporters planned.
GST 2.0 and Festive Season to Boost Car Sales
09 September 2025 at 08:54Stellantis India CEO expects car sales to surge during the festive season, boosted by GST 2.0 rate cuts making small cars cheaper. Citroen launches Basalt X Range with premium features at Rs 7.95 lakh.
CBIC Issues Clarification on Fake GST Transition Benefit Message Circulating Online
09 September 2025 at 08:48CBIC warns against a fake GST message on transition benefits circulating on social media. The Board clarified the claims are misleading, urging reliance on official notifications only.
Petrol, Diesel, and Alcohol Unlikely to Come Under GST Soon: FM Sitharaman
08 September 2025 at 08:56Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman confirmed petrol, diesel, and alcohol will remain outside GST for now, citing state revenue concerns, even as 99% of goods fall under simplified GST slabs of 0%, 5%, and 18%.
FM Sitharaman Cites Popcorn Example in GST Reforms to Highlight Classification Issues
08 September 2025 at 08:56Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman explains the rationale behind GST reforms, citing the "popcorn example" to highlight classification disputes.
FM Sitharaman Rules Out Capex Cuts Amid GST 2.0 Revenue Concerns
08 September 2025 at 08:56Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has assured that GST 2.0 will not derail India’s fiscal roadmap or ₹11.21 lakh crore capex plan for FY26. She said reforms will spur consumption while keeping fiscal deficit targets intact.
Tobacco, Cigarettes May Face Additional Tax Over 40% GST, Says CBIC Chief
08 September 2025 at 08:56Government to impose an additional levy on tobacco and cigarettes to maintain current tax incidence under GST 2.0; ultra-luxury cars to face only 40% tax.
Food Delivery May Get Costlier as GST 2.0 Brings Delivery Fees Under 18% Tax
08 September 2025 at 08:56GST 2.0 simplifies tax slabs to 5% and 18% to spur demand, but online food delivery via Zomato, Swiggy may cost Rs 2-2.6 more per order as delivery fees attract 18% GST.
GST 2.0: FM Nirmala Sitharaman Says 99% of Goods Now Under 0%, 5% or 18% Slabs
08 September 2025 at 08:56FM Nirmala Sitharaman says 99% of goods now fall under 0%, 5% or 18% GST slabs, with only 1% taxed as sin goods at 40%. New rates effective from Sept 22, 2025.
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