RBI MPC Meeting 2026: Central bank flags a threat for Indian agriculture warming up in the PacificThe RBI has flagged El Niño and an uneven southwest monsoon as key risks to agriculture, rural demand and the broader economy, despite cutt...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
AI could slow affluent India; QSRs, credit cards may show stress first: BNP Paribas’ Kunal VoraComing to loans, personal loans increased by 13% in FY25 and FY26 which is softer versus the earlier years. Also, the recent resurgence in ...
05 Aug, 2026, 07.45 AM IST
Marico to prioritise margins over volumes in certain segmentsMarico is now prioritizing profitability over volume and rapid expansion. The company is focusing on premiumization and higher-margin busin...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.30 AM IST
FISME seeks GST overhaul to ease MSME complianceFISME seeks Goods and Services Tax reforms to ease MSME compliance burdens. They propose a safe harbour for input tax credit and faster GST...
04 Aug, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
Global brands like Apple, Unilever hail India as top growth market in June quarterSeveral global consumer goods corporations, including prominent players like Apple and Unilever, delivered outstanding results in the June ...
03 Aug, 2026, 09.25 AM IST
Renewable energy developers seek GST cut on battery storage systems to 5%Developers want a five percent goods and services tax on battery storage systems. This change would support faster deployment of renewable ...
03 Aug, 2026, 12.04 AM IST
India needs more GST relief to make travel affordable, drive tourism growth: SOTC Travel MDFurther GST rationalization on domestic hotels and restaurants could fuel tourism growth. The government's move to reduce tax collected at ...
02 Aug, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
GST collections stay on track, rise 15% in JulyIndia's July GST collections surpassed ₹2.11 lakh crore, showing a 15.4% year-on-year increase. Import GST surged significantly, contributi...
02 Aug, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
India's gross GST collections rise 15.4% to Rs 2.11 lakh crore in JulyIndia's GST collections reached Rs 2.11 lakh crore in July 2026, reflecting a 15.4% growth year-on-year. The surge in revenue was largely d...
01 Aug, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
India ready for a premium wealth show while US missiles rattle the worldIndia's festive shopping season is set to highlight the country's premiumisation boom despite global uncertainty triggered by the US-Iran w...
01 Aug, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
No input tax credit for the innocent buyer after paying GST? Supreme Court settles who bears the cost when a supplier defaultsThe Supreme Court affirmed Gujarat High Court's decision on CGST Act Section 16(2)(c). This ruling validates the provision requiring tax pa...
31 Jul, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
India 25 notches up on global competitiveness indexIndia advanced 25 places to rank 57th globally in a competitiveness index. This improvement reflects sustained efforts in reducing market d...
30 Jul, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
GSTN puts proposed e-way bill changes on hold after industry feedbackGST Network has postponed two e-way bill system enhancements. These changes were scheduled for implementation starting August 1. Industry f...
30 Jul, 2026, 08.22 PM IST
Hershey to focus on top six cities, exit general trade in non metrosHershey India is pivoting away from general trade in non-metro areas, focusing its efforts instead on the premium urban markets of six majo...
30 Jul, 2026, 08.19 AM IST
Tata Consumer preps F&B push for post-weight-loss needsTata Consumer Products is developing new foods and beverages to address weight loss side effects. These products will help consumers supple...
29 Jul, 2026, 11.24 AM IST
GST notice uploaded only on portal isn't valid service, high courts rule: What it means for taxpayersHigh Courts are questioning GST notice validity when only uploaded online. Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled portal uploads are not valid...
27 Jul, 2026, 02.46 PM IST
Brands see strong consumer appetite this festive season despite war-led woesIndian consumers show resilient demand for aspirational and premium goods this festive season. Inflation and supply disruptions have not si...
27 Jul, 2026, 10.18 AM IST