ACC, Ambuja Cement, UltraTech Shares Jump As GST Declines On Cement To 18% From 28%

The market-cap of cement companies advanced Rs 3,470.35 crore to Rs 6.2 lakh crore as of 9:49 a.m.

The Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex rose for the second day. Both benchmarks jumped as much as 1.1% during early trade.

Several items, including televisions, air-conditioners, and bikes under 350 cc, used by the middle class, have been brought under 18%, the finance minister said.

The GST Council Meeting, announced GST on small electric cars, electric SUVs and luxury electric cars to remain at 5%.

The long-running debate over how popcorn should be taxed under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) has finally been settled.

Shares of major players in the consumer durables and electronics manufacturing services space, such as Voltas, Havells, and Dixon Technologies, have seen their stock prices rise.

Almost all personal-use items will see rate cuts as the government looks to boost domestic spending and cushion the economic blow from US tariffs. Check out the detailed list.

GST Reforms: Brokerages believe this impact will be miniscule and will be offset by higher consumption and better tax compliance.

Under the revised structure, all types of popcorn, whether salted or caramelised, will be taxed at 5%

Star Health and Allied Insurance Co. jumped the most, rising 9.3%. ICICI Lombard GIC rose as much as 5.4%, and Life Insurance Corporation of India gained 4.5%.

The Indian stock market on Thursday opened in the green, a day after the Union government approved a complete overhaul of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system.

Here's a look at top business leaders who have praised on the latest reform.

School Assembly News Headlines (Sept 04): From national reforms and global diplomacy to education updates and sports highlights, here are the stories shaping todays news.

An important aspect to watch for is whether GST rate cuts lead to a one-time spurt in consumption or a more permanent pattern overtime.