From tickets to popcorn tubs, soft drinks, and even ice cream sundaes, the way India spends on its movie outings is about to change
From why ultra-high-temperature milk is exempt from GST to concerns about the higher rate on carbonated beverages, the Ministry of Finance has responded to key questions.
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council approved a significant overhaul of tax rates on hotel stays and air travel during its 56th meeting on September 3, 2025
GST on premium hotel rooms has not increased at a time when many luxury goods are moving into the 40% tax slab
The Goods and Services Tax Council's rationalisation of tax slabs - reducing four brackets to two while exempting several 'daily use' items, including premiums on health and life insurance - has been received with scepticism by the Congress.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the new tax infrastructure yesterday. Here's what luxury car buyers get with the new GST regime.
Planning a dinner out, a quick vacation, or even just stocking up your kitchen? The new GST rules change how you pay. While your restaurant bill and grocery basket are set to shrink, flying business class or owning a yacht will get expensive.
Several daily consumption food and beverage items in India are set to become more affordable.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) tickets are all set to get more expensive after the government decided to hike GST on premium sporting events from 28 per cent to 40 per cent.
The GST Council's decision to cut tax rates on various categories of automobiles is timely and will inject fresh momentum into the Indian automotive sector.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman announced revised slabs, making small cars and motorcycles under 350cc cheaper from Sept 22. Check out what has got expensive for you?
The GST Council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, held its 56th meeting on September 3 in New Delhi and announced changes in the rates. Here are all your questions answered.
The government has introduced a new 40% Goods and Services Tax (GST) slab, the highest in the regime, for "sin goods" and certain luxury items.
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.
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