RBI's inflation forecast signals 1-2 rate hikes in coming months: ExpertsExperts anticipate one to two rate hikes in the coming months following the RBI's increased inflation forecast, despite keeping the policy ...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, boosts rupee with new measuresThe RBI's Monetary Policy Committee unanimously held the repo rate at 5.25% and maintained a neutral stance, citing amplified inflation ris...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
India plans to scrap capital gains tax on FPI investments in government securitiesIndia is set to eliminate capital gains tax for foreign portfolio investors on government securities to boost overseas capital inflows. Thi...
04 Jun, 2026, 06.21 AM IST
Why partnerships will define India’s agricultural transitionIndia's agriculture faces climate challenges. A robust public finance foundation can drive a new phase of growth. Regenerative agriculture ...
22 May, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
From $300 to $8,500 freight: West Asia war squeezes UP MSMEs, delays stretch to 60 daysExporters report shipment delays of up to 60 days, 20-30% cost escalation, and growing order uncertainty due to the West Asia conflict.
07 Apr, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
Duty relief to SEZs allows limited domestic sales without diluting export focus: ExpertsThis move aims to support units facing weak global demand. Experts believe this offers a cushion for capacity utilisation and revenue. Sect...
06 Apr, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
A shield for India Inc: How govt is blunting the Iran war shockWest Asia crisis: In response to Iran war chaos, India has rolled out a set of targeted measures over the past few weeks aimed at cushionin...
03 Apr, 2026, 08.19 AM IST
FM proposes one-time measure to facilitate sales from SEZs to domestic market at concessional dutyFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a special measure for SEZ manufacturing units. Eligible units can now sell products to the do...
02 Feb, 2026, 02.19 PM IST
MSMEs seek GST automation, concessional input ratesFederation of Indian Micro and Small & Medium Enterprises requests government action. They want an automatic refund system for input tax cr...
23 Sep, 2025, 11.45 PM IST
CBIC clarifies on display assembly of mobile phones for levy of 10 pc import dutyCBIC lists parts of mobile phone display assembly attracting 10% import duty. Concessional 10% customs duty on integrated display assembly....
08 Jun, 2024, 12.04 PM IST
Sanitiser case: High Court seeks tax department’s responseImporters of “denatured ethyl alcohol,” a raw material used in hand sanitisers and disinfectants have been paying a lower or concessional r...
17 Mar, 2021, 09.09 AM IST
Don't charge GST from affordable housing buyers: Government to buildersThe effective GST rate comes down to 8 per cent after deducting one third of the amount charged for the house, flat, towards land cost.
08 Feb, 2018, 11.31 AM IST
Devices for disabled taxed at concessional 5% rate: GovernmentThe government today said that assistive devices for the physically-challenged will be charged at a concessional 5 per cent.
04 Jul, 2017, 02.17 PM IST
Budget 2013: Excise duty on fertilisers should be withdrawn, says FAIFuels used for steam and power generation are meant for fertiliser manufacture, it added.
28 Feb, 2013, 09.42 AM IST
- Fin panel moots dual rate for GST, end to all sops
A task force on GST set up by the Thirteenth Finance Commission has recommended the tax on all goods and services be dropped to 5% at the C...
16 Dec, 2009, 10.02 AM IST
- Rs 1.4k cr sop for rupee-hit exporters
The government on Thursday announced a Rs 1,400-crore package to provide relief to exporters hit by the appreciating rupee.
13 Jul, 2007, 03.08 AM IST
- Govt halves duty on many items from Thailand
Ahead of any possible objection arising from commencement of the election process, the government on Friday reduced customs duty on a whole...
24 Jan, 2004, 12.32 AM IST