GST reforms

GST reforms: Good and Simple Tax agenda remains unfinished

GST reforms have widened compliance and lifted revenue, but fuel, electricity and classification disputes keep the agenda incomplete. #GST Read more »
GST collections

GST collections signal maturity, not momentum

GST collections remain strong in absolute terms, but slower growth suggests the era of easy gains is over. #GST Read more »
GST revenues

GST revenues lose steam: Structural issue or transition pain?

GST revenues slowed sharply in November, signalling emerging stress in the tax system after the rollout of reforms. #GST #GST2.0 Read more »
Tax collections, direct taxes, refund delays, middle class burden

India’s tax collections surge rests on middle class strain

India’s rising tax collections rely more on refund delays than broad-based growth, raising questions of fiscal sustainability. #Tax #GST #middleclass Read more »
GST

GST Council introduces complexities in its quest for simplicity

As the GST Council struggles with reforms, India’s tax system risks becoming a labyrinth, highlighting the need for a streamlined and equitable regime. #GST #popcorn Read more »
online gaming

Online gaming tax row may end with GST Council move

The proposed GST Act amendment could bring major relief to online gaming companies facing huge tax demands. #GST #Oninegaming #policy Read more »
rupee

What do soaring GST collections in 2023 say about the economy

The festive season triggered a revenue bonanza with GST collections in 2023 October soaring to Rs 1.72 lakh crore, but one needs to take the numbers with a pinch of salt. #GSTcollection... Read more »
online gaming regulation

Online gaming: India needs innovative approach to regulation

India must strike a balance between innovation, integrity, and responsible gaming to regulate its online gaming industry. #fantasysports #gambling #gst #gamesofskill #gamesofchance Read more »
GST on online gaming

Online gaming: The GST Council move may play spoilsport

India's online gaming industry finds itself in the crosshairs after the #GSTCouncil's decision to impose the highest #GSTslab. #onlinegaming #onlinegambling Read more »
GST regime, budget 2023

Five-year itch: GST regime needs reforms to regain credibility

GST regime: The initiative towards “One Nation, One Tax, One Market” was expected to shore up revenue collection in the country and to strengthen Centre-state relationship. Read more »