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Jan 1, 1970

Over 150 products may see rate cut in GST Council meet this week

New GST Rate List 2025: Around 370 items get cheaper, milk, electronics, gym, salons and more

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that the overhaul aims to inject approximately Rs 2 lakh crore into the economy by increasing the disposable income of consumers. Over 50 items, including UHT milk, khakhras, pre-packaged paneer, and breads like chapatis and parathas, will now fall under a zero-tax bracket due to the new structure.

Sep 22, 2025

Jan 1, 1970

GST rationalisation to benefit poor, middle class, entrepreneurs: FM Sitharaman

"We should all work to accelerate growth, make it easy for business to function and be attractive for investment. Such a big tax reform became possible by taking all states together, since 2017," said the finance minister, citing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the nation on Sunday.

Sep 22, 2025

Rate cut in Sep best possible option for RBI amid low inflation, GST reforms: Report

The RBI Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting is scheduled from September 29-October. The RBI maintained the policy rate at 5.50 per cent during its August meeting, following significant easing in the prior session.

Sep 22, 2025

Festival of taxes or festival of votes? Decoding PM Modi's GST address to nation

Prime Minister Modi's GST address is a political and economic gambit of rare audacity. It offers tangible relief to millions, simplifies a complex tax regime, and positions the government as a benefactor at a culturally resonant moment.

Sep 21, 2025

Sensex, Nifty open with gains as potential rate cut in US boosts sentiment

FII selling moderates amid India's market rally; sentiments to improve

It is important to note that FIIs have been consistently buying through the primary market even while selling through the exchanges, and they have bought Rs 1,559 worth of equities in September, said Dr V.K. Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Investments.

Sep 21, 2025

Indian stock market rally continues for 3rd consecutive day, Sensex jumps 213 points

Mcap of 7 top firms rises by Rs 1.18 lakh crore last week

Among the gainers, the market value of State Bank of India jumped by Rs 35,953.25 crore to reach Rs 7,95,910 crore, while Bharti Airtel's valuation rose by Rs 33,214.77 crore, taking it to Rs 11,18,952.64 crore.

Sep 21, 2025

Gold surges over Rs 3,300 in this week, Silver crosses Rs 1.28 lakh mark

Gold Stays Range-Bound This Week, Sentiment Positive Amid Global Uncertainty

"Gold traded range-bound but positive, with gains of 0.38 per cent at $3,657 and 0.26 per cent at Rs 1,09,330, as Fed's policy supported the recent rate cut while keeping the door open for two more cuts based on incoming data," said analysts.

Sep 20, 2025

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Sensex & Nifty End Week Higher on Optimism Around India-US Trade Deal, US Fed Eases Rates

The total turnout was clocked at 39.45 per cent at all the 52 centres with 195 booths equipped with 711 EVMs. Over 2.75 lakh students, from more than 50 colleges of Delhi University, were eligible to vote in DUSU elections.

Sep 20, 2025

Net direct tax revenue jumps 9.2 pc to cross Rs 10.82 lakh crore

Gross direct tax collections increased by 3.39 per cent to Rs 12.43 lakh crore, while refunds dipped by 23.87 per cent to Rs 1.60 lakh crore. Corporate refunds — the majority of total refunds — grew by 13.13 per cent to Rs 1.23 lakh crore, while refunds issued to non-corporate taxpayers decreased by 63.39 per cent to Rs 37,306.72 crore.

Sep 19, 2025

Stock market snaps three-day rally; IT stocks fall, Adani Group's shares rise

Sensex ended the session at 82,626.23, down 387.73 points or 0.47 per cent. The index started the trade a bit lower at 82,946.04 against last session's closing of 83,013.96. The index extended the downward trend further amid selling in IT and banking heavyweights. It touched an intraday low at 82,485.92.

Sep 19, 2025

Apple iPhone 15 becomes best-selling smartphone globally in Q3 2024

India's premium smartphone market to see 18 pc sales growth this festive season

Within the premium segment, super-premium smartphones (Rs 50,000–1,00,000) are expected to grow 15 per cent on-year, while the uber-premium segment (Rs 1,00,000 and above) could see a remarkable 167 per cent surge, fuelled by strong demand for the latest flagship models, said the report by CyberMedia Research (CMR).

Sep 19, 2025

GST rate cuts on 11 Bengal-specific items will boost state's economy: Sitharaman

Addressing the GST 2.0 outreach programme here, Sitharaman also highlighted that the decision to make the reforms come into effect from September 22 was largely due to the fact that the government wanted consumers to benefit ahead of Durga Puja.

Sep 18, 2025

All you need to know about notifications issued under GST 2.0 reforms

The Finance Ministry on Thursday issued a list of six Frequently Asked Questions on GST 2.0 relating to the new notifications that have been issued to bring the tax rate cuts on goods and services into effect from September 22.

Sep 18, 2025

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Business news

New GST Rate List 2025: Around 370 items get cheaper, milk, electronics, gym, salons and more

GST rationalisation to benefit poor, middle class, entrepreneurs: FM Sitharaman

Rate cut in Sep best possible option for RBI amid low inflation, GST reforms: Report

Festival of taxes or festival of votes? Decoding PM Modi's GST address to nation

FII selling moderates amid India's market rally; sentiments to improve

Mcap of 7 top firms rises by Rs 1.18 lakh crore last week

Gold Stays Range-Bound This Week, Sentiment Positive Amid Global Uncertainty

Sensex & Nifty End Week Higher on Optimism Around India-US Trade Deal, US Fed Eases Rates

Net direct tax revenue jumps 9.2 pc to cross Rs 10.82 lakh crore

Stock market snaps three-day rally; IT stocks fall, Adani Group's shares rise

India's premium smartphone market to see 18 pc sales growth this festive season

GST rate cuts on 11 Bengal-specific items will boost state's economy: Sitharaman

All you need to know about notifications issued under GST 2.0 reforms

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