GST News

GST on Caramel Popcorn in Theatres Remains at 5%, Govt Clarifies

28 December 2024 at 09:01

Amid social media uproar over an 18% GST allegedly being imposed on caramelized popcorn, government sources clarified on Tuesday that popcorn sold in theatres will continue to attract a GST rate of 5%.

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GST Council Exempts Gift Vouchers from Taxation, Bringing Relief to Retail and Corporate Sectors

27 December 2024 at 09:04

The GST Council's recent decision to exempt gift vouchers from indirect taxation has been hailed as a game-changer by industry leaders, offering much-needed clarity to the retail and corporate sectors.In its latest meeting, the council clarified that

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GST Hike on Used Vehicles May Drive More Transactions to Informal Channels

26 December 2024 at 09:01

The GST Council's recent proposal to increase the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate on used vehicles from 12% to 18% has sparked concerns about its potential impact on India’s formal used car market.

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New GST Mechanism to Simplify Registration for Small Businesses and New Applicants

26 December 2024 at 09:00

The GST Council, in its December 21, 2024, meeting, granted 'in-principle' approval to a new mechanism aimed at simplifying the registration process for new and small businesses.

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GST Council Nullifies SC Ruling on Safari Retreats, Shaking Up Real Estate ITC Claim

25 December 2024 at 09:51

The GST Council's recent decision to retrospectively amend the GST law, restricting input tax credit (ITC) on construction services, has sent ripples across the real estate and infrastructure sectors.

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GST on SaaS Model: Ride-Hailing Platforms Seek Clarity Amid Delayed GST Council Decision

25 December 2024 at 09:47

The GST Council’s decision to defer discussions on the taxation of the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model for ride-hailing platforms has left the industry in limbo, sparking concerns over innovation, investment, and the gig economy's future.

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GST Collections in 2024: Record Revenues Amid Enforcement Measures

25 December 2024 at 09:26

2024 has been a landmark year for India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, achieving record-breaking revenue collections and rolling out targeted measures to curb tax evasion.

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GST Council Takes a Cautious Approach to Key Issues, Says Ajay Seth

24 December 2024 at 09:17

Economic Affairs and Revenue Secretary Ajay Seth, on Sunday, December 22, shed light on the GST Council's cautious stance on several complex issues discussed during its recent meeting.

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GST Council Clarifies Taxation on Popcorn, No Change in Existing Rates

24 December 2024 at 09:14

The GST Council, during its 55th meeting on Saturday, clarified the taxation rules for popcorn, reaffirming that there would be no change in the existing rates...

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GSTN Issues Advisory for Entry of Receipt Numbers Pertaining to Leased Wagons in the E-Way Bill System

24 December 2024 at 09:10

Guidelines for Accurate Entry of Receipt Numbers in the E-Way Bill (EWB) System for Leased Wagons

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