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One clear benefit, four open questions: GST reform delivers a win for consumers but at what cost?

How should we assess the GST reforms? There is one unambiguous benefit and four open questions: Unambiguous benefit GoI has taken a big step toward a simpler rate structure by eliminating the 28% and ...
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War impact on crude oil raises GST question. Why it's easier said than done

The war in the Middle East and Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz have sent global oil prices soaring. While the Centre has reduced its excise duty on petrol and diesel, state governments have ...
The Hindu

Big question mark on whether GST reduction benefits will be passed on to consumers: Congress

With reduced GST rates on several items coming into effect, the Congress on Monday (September 22, 2025) said the "limited" reform comes eight years too late and a "big question mark" remains on ...
The Financial Express

‘No tax for BCCI, but…’: Harsh Goenka questions 40% GST on IPL tickets for fans

Applauding the new GST reforms, Goenka noted that while BCCI enjoys a tax exemption, IPL tickets now attract 40% GST in a country where cricket is a religion, BCCI the God, the IPL the temple, and ...
NDTV

"Does Congress Want Tobacco Taxed At 5%?" Nirmala Sitharaman On 40% GST Question

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 ...
NDTV

"Does Congress Want Tobacco Taxed At 5%?" N Sitharaman On 40% GST Question

The GST Council approved rate overhaul by limiting slabs to 5% and 18% effective from September 22 A special 40% slab is also proposed for a select few items such as high-end cars, tobacco and ...