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GST Launch Highlights: President Pranab Mukherjee, PM Modi Launch India's Biggest Tax Reform
Goods and Services Tax (GST), India's biggest tax reform, was launched at midnight at Parliament's historic Central Hall, by President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. With the stroke of the gong, current tax rates are replaced by GST rates.
GST will increase growth as number of taxes: Nitin Gadkari
GST will increase growth as number of taxes and cesses will reduce and number 2 (illegal) transactions will end.
Digital currency is now the (preferred) currency, so, every transaction is recorded and they (companies, restaurants) now have to pay the tax.
Revenue will increase and we can use the money for the people and economy.
GST will increase growth as number of taxes and cesses will reduce and number 2 (illegal) transactions will end.
Digital currency is now the (preferred) currency, so, every transaction is recorded and they (companies, restaurants) now have to pay the tax.
Revenue will increase and we can use the money for the people and economy.
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Written by Amulya Raj Srinet | Friday September 12, 2025BMW Group has reduced the prices by up to Rs 13.9 lakh, which will be combined with festive offers.
- Written by NDTV Auto Desk | Friday September 12, 2025
The price reductions by Ceat will apply to tyres for commercial vehicles, agricultural machinery, passenger cars, and two-wheelers.
- Written by NDTV Auto Desk | Friday September 12, 2025
The Yamaha MT-03 and R3 have a 321 cc engine falling under the 350 cc category.
- Edited by NDTV News Desk | Thursday September 11, 2025
PM Modi's Economic Adviser Sanjeev Sanyal said that despite ongoing trade imbalances, India's economy will continue to rely on Chinese inputs.
- Edited by NDTV News Desk | Thursday September 11, 2025
Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted that the exports directly impacted by the tariffs accounted for only 1% of India's GDP.
- Edited by NDTV News Desk | Thursday September 11, 2025
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal emphasised that while India was cautious about protecting its domestic priorities, there were ample opportunities for mutually beneficial deals with the United States.
- Written by Akarsh Anant | Thursday September 11, 2025
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India announced that it will pass on the full benefits of the GST 2.0, offering benefits up to Rs 18,887 on its lineup.
- Written by Akarsh Anant | Wednesday September 10, 2025
Honda Cars India Ltd. has announced the price cut for its popular lineup in India, as per the reformed GST slab. Here is a model-wise price list you must check out.
- Written by NDTV Auto Desk | Wednesday September 10, 2025
Citroen Aircross SUV will enjoy the maximum benefit of up to Rs 2.7 lakh.
- Written by Akarsh Anant | Wednesday September 10, 2025
Yamaha Motor has announced that pass on the GST benefits for its popular motorcycle lineup in the country under the GST 2.0.
Opinion | Next-Generation GST: A Reform That Places The Middle Class At The CentrePradeep Bhandari
Saturday September 06, 2025By ensuring both direct tax relief and rationalised indirect taxes, the government has empowered the common citizen to save more, spend more, and aspire more.
Opinion | Observations From A Student of Political Communication - By Derek O'BrienDerek O’Brien
Friday September 05, 2025For a student of political communication, this week has been fodder. The language used to describe GST reforms has been nothing short of grand. "Landmark". "Biggest ever since the 1990s". The Opposition has been advocating for such 'reforms' for eigh
Opinion | GST 2.0: PM Modi's Diwali Gift to Bharat - By Shehzad PoonawallaShehzad Poonawalla
Thursday September 04, 2025Viewing GST 2.0 as a mere well-timed political move would be incorrect. GST 2.0 reflects the Modi government's appetite to stitch good economics with good politics.
GST Reforms 2025: What A Tax Cut On Vehicles Means For India's Auto Industry
Tuesday August 19, 2025The Indian automotive industry could soon witness a GST cut on cars, and here's what the cut holds for the buyers and manufacturers.
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