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In this episode of Talking Politics, we speak to Dr. Jaijit Bhattacharya, Founder & President of the Centre for Digital Economy Policy Research, on Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs and their impact on India. The discussion explores whether these policies could push India towards the ‘Atmanirbhar’ route, the consequences for domestic industries and global supply chains,…
About 99% of goods under the 12% GST slab currently will move to 5%. The rejig will also result in 90% items under 28% tax slab coming down to 18% bracket Source link
Daily essentials and food products will be cheaper from Monday (September 22, 2025), as leading FMCG companies have slashed prices, extending GST cut benefits to consumers. The move is expected to lead to a spike in consumption and a surge in sales during the upcoming festival season, which starts with the Navratra celebrations. FMCG companies…
Image for the purpose of representation only. | Photo Credit: Nagara Gopal The rolling out of a two-rate Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, a long-awaited reform, will see the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launch a nationwide campaign titled ‘GST savings festival’ from September 22 to 29 to spread awareness of the new tax system…
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The Union Government expects the new GST reforms to spur spending by making goods and services more affordable, leaving people with greater disposable income. Fille (representational image) The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is set for its most significant revamp since 2017. Beginning September 22, 2025, the country will adopt a simplified two-tier tax system….
Debt markets witnessed investment, FPIs invested about ₹900 crore under the general limit and ₹1,100 crore through the voluntary retention route. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Foreign investors have pulled out ₹7,945 crore from Indian equities so far in September, weighed down by global uncertainties such as tariffs and persistent geopolitical tensions. This follows…
The decision to hike U.S. H-1B visa application fee to $100,000, trade talks and the GST rate cut will be the key drivers for stock market movement this week, analysts said. Besides, trends in global equity markets would also be tracked by investors. “This week, markets will first react to the U.S. imposing an annual…
Industry body Nasscom on Saturday (September 20, 2025) said the U.S.’ move to raise H-1B visa application fee to $100,000 will impact India’s technology services companies as business continuity will be disrupted for onshore projects that may require “adjustments”. The apex body also flagged concerns over September 21 timeline for implementation saying a one-day deadline…
Former Infosys CFO and industry veteran Mohandas Pai on Saturday (September 20, 2025) said the U.S. move to impose a steep $1,00,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applicants will dampen fresh applications by companies and may accelerate offshoring in coming months. U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation that will impose $1,00,000 annual visa…
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal addresses the Indian People’s Forum Business Connect event in Dubai. | Photo Credit: PTI Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, on Friday (September 19, 2025) said the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is investing deeply in high-tech areas, and India could be looking at collaboration in…
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