This document, the 342nd issue of Tax Connect (With GST), covers a range of tax and financial updates. Key topics include the differing tax treatments of cryptocurrencies in India and the US, recent GST notifications regarding the powers of Additional/Joint Commissioners, and amendments to FDI policy. It also details changes in customs tariff values for various goods and the operationalisation of a new online module for the Interest Equalisation Scheme. This publication is ideal for tax professionals, businesses, and anyone needing to stay updated on Indian tax and financial regulations.