India Inc eyes a festive boom, but the bottom line holds a twistFestive shopping is currently gaining momentum with significant sales in both online and offline markets. Companies are experiencing increa...
Want to become a financial adviser? Best financial planning courses and institutes in India explainedThe career change of Sumit Aggarwal to a mutual fund distributor illustrates a notable trend within the financial advisory realm in India. ...
GST 2.0: How next phase of reforms can simplify compliance and unlock growth for MSMEsThe success of next-generation GST reforms will ultimately be measured on the basis of their ability to lower compliance costs, enhance ref...
Luxury car buyers lose most GST 2.0 benefits as Mercedes, BMW and Audi raise pricesLuxury carmakers such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Audi have increased vehicle prices after a GST cut. The price hikes are a response to risi...
Auto companies ride on a low base to deliver robust 22% sales in SeptemberCar sales in India saw a 22% increase in September due to dealers stocking up for festivals and strong demand. Two-wheelers and three-wheel...
No crackers, easy on the festival lightsFestival consumption in India is facing challenges due to rising input costs and cautious spending patterns. Companies are experiencing pre...
India passenger vehicle sales rise 22% to 4.54 lakh units in September: SIAMSeptember 2026 marked a pivotal month for India's automotive sector, with car sales climbing by 22%, reflecting strong consumer interest. A...
Toyota to add annual capacity of 100,000 units at Karnataka plant from early 2027Toyota Motor aims to enhance production capacity at its Bidadi facility to accommodate increasing demand for the Innova Hycross. The compan...
'Small' pains: Inflation squeeze likely to choke FMCG volume growth againIndia's fast-moving consumer goods sector is under pressure as inflation reshapes how consumers spend their money. Rather than splurging on...
GST reforms aim to boost compliance by removing fear, widening tax baseRate rationalisation showed that a lower rate yields more revenue as the base widens, and process reforms rest on the same principle. A bus...
GST Council reforms address key industry concerns, focus shifts to implementation, says Dept of Revenue officialDuring the 57th GST Council meeting, significant recommendations were made to address concerns from stakeholders. The government plans to i...
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...
GST 2026: Simpler compliance, tech-led enforcement reflect growing trust between government and industry, says Deloitte’s MS ManiDeloitte India’s MS Mani said the latest GST reforms reflect growing trust between government and industry, with technology enabling simple...
GST reforms 2026: Employers get ITC on employee health, life insurance premiumsThe GST Council has recommended allowing employers to claim input tax credit on GST paid for health and life insurance policies taken for e...
GST 2.0: Easier multi-state expansion for MSMEs, e-commerce sellersIndia's GST Council has initiated reforms to modernize the GST framework for improved compliance and business operations. Simplified regist...
GST Council proposes 2% TDS on scrap dealsThe proposed levy covers plastic waste, discarded tyres, electrical and electronic scrap, and used cooking oil. Under the framework, regist...
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...