IMF raises 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%, warns of rising risks from war and debtThe IMF projects global growth of 3.1% in 2026, supported by AI infrastructure investment, but warns that prolonged Middle East conflict, e...
13 Oct, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
IMF says AI investment propping up global growth, but war and debt threaten outlookThe International Monetary Fund forecasts a global GDP growth of over 3% for 2026 driven by strong AI investment. Despite this growth, down...
13 Oct, 2026, 08.05 AM IST
Centre & states to draft rules for existing arrest cases under GSTThe Centre will collaborate with states to create standard procedures for handling arrest cases. Starting April 1, 2027, an invoice managem...
13 Oct, 2026, 01.27 AM IST
GST reforms: What changes in compliance, input tax credit, refunds and litigation from 2027The latest changes proposed by the GST Council will help cut costs and ease cash flow for companies. To curb cascading tax, ease working ca...
12 Oct, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
GST e-invoicing may cover services imports from unregistered companiesThe Indian government is set to enhance GST reporting for imported services through e-invoicing. This expansion will affect businesses with...
12 Oct, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
GST Council bets on faster refunds, lower penalties to ease business burdenThe 57th GST Council meeting has introduced measures to simplify compliance and expedite refunds for businesses. Recommendations include in...
10 Oct, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
GST overhaul: Export status for contract manufacturing to boost supply-chain shifts to IndiaGST reforms treating contract manufacturing for foreign principals as exports could boost India’s appeal as companies relocate parts of the...
10 Oct, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
Karnataka CM Shivakumar hints at "good news" on pending central grants after GST Council meetKarnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar addressed media after the GST Council meeting concerning pending central grants. He mentioned that U...
09 Oct, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Def Leppard announces 2027 North American tour with Goo Goo Dolls and The Struts: Check full dates and ticket detailsIn 2027, the iconic rock band Def Leppard is set to launch an extensive North American tour, joined by the Goo Goo Dolls and The Struts. Sp...
08 Oct, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
One GST return a year? New scheme could ease compliance for 16 lakh small businessesSmall businesses selling only to consumers may soon have the option to file GST returns annually. The GST Council has approved a plan for e...
08 Oct, 2026, 06.51 PM IST
No rate cuts, but big GST relief: 8 reforms on refunds, ITC, registration and enforcement | ExplainedThe GST Council has approved a sweeping process overhaul, easing registration, speeding up refunds, widening input tax credit and reducing ...
08 Oct, 2026, 06.33 PM IST
GST Council Meeting 2026: Tax officers' arrest powers scrapped, prosecution threshold raised to Rs 5 crore; no rate changesGST Council Meeting 2026: The GST Council concluded that existing GST rates would remain unchanged. It further removed arrest authorities f...
08 Oct, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
GST winners 2026: No rate cuts, but small businesses, exporters and taxpayers have plenty to gain. Here's howGST Reform Winners 2026: The GST Council has greenlit key reforms intended to simplify compliance for businesses across the board. Small bu...
08 Oct, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
"GST is always very useful for state like West Bengal": Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta after 57th GST Council meetIn the recent 57th GST Council meeting, West Bengal Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta emphasized the crucial role of GST in bolstering state...
08 Oct, 2026, 05.55 PM IST
GST Council to focus on auto refunds, swifter ITC, fewer noticesThe government is preparing to transition the GST regime toward a trust-based tax administration. This shift includes introducing sweeping ...
07 Oct, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Proposal to scrap GST officers' arrest powers based on 'trust'; states likely to back move: SourcesThe 57th meeting of the GST Council, to be chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and comprising state finance ministers, wil...
06 Oct, 2026, 06.55 PM IST
Half a dozen small hybrids getting ready for Indian launchAutomakers including Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Toyota and Renault are preparing around half a dozen small hybrid vehicles for India over the ...
05 Oct, 2026, 12.02 AM IST