The idea of a "larger-than-life personality cult" built around Prime Minister Narendra Modi - which many feel is the secret of the BJP's success and cause enough to switch to a Presidential form of government -- was brushed off today by one of his closest aides and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. "Such a thing cannot be built," and it is the Prime Minister's personality, he told NDTV, that has grown over the years though many tasks and experiences.
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TVS Motor has revealed the new prices of its motorcycle and scooter lineup under the new GST structure.
BSA has announced the festive offer for 500 'lucky customers', offering the Goldstar at the pre-GST price, along with a limited edition accessory kit..
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday took on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the timing of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) cuts, accusing the Union government of denying states their rightful funds.
A new era for Indian consumers began with the launch of GST 2.0 on September 22, with consumer excitement visible in the markets even before the Navratri festival started.
A screenshot circulating on X shows the breakdown of "GST and other charges" on Swiggy, including restaurant packaging, platform fee, rain fee, restaurant GST, and a separate line for 'GST on rain fee'.
Opinion: GST Cut, Inflation Under Control: Optimism As Festival Season ApproachesBharti Mishra Nath
Friday September 19, 2025Away from politics, floods, rain-related tragedies and the Trump tariffs, there is optimism in the air. With GST rationalized, inflation in control, the upcoming festival season promises good times.
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.
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