GST reform to boost GDP by Rs 20 lakh crore: Ashwini Vaishnaw

IANS | September 22, 2025 5:40 PM

New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday said that the simplification of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework will make doing business in India easier and boost overall demand, adding nearly Rs 20 lakh crore to the country’s GDP.

Gautam Adani asks Group staff to accelerate pace of growth as SEBI lifts Hindenburg cloud

IANS | September 22, 2025 4:12 PM

New Delhi, Sep 22 (IANS) Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani has urged the Group staff to accelerate the pace of innovation and drive bold advances in energy, logistics, and other infrastructure that push the very edges of possibility, as the cloud of the Hindenburg case over the conglomerate has been lifted with the SEBI verdict rejecting the allegations of the US short-seller.

Govt warns firms against not passing GST cuts to consumers

IANS | September 22, 2025 3:42 PM

New Delhi, Sep 22 (IANS) Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare on Monday warned companies that they will face strict action if they fail to pass on the benefits of reduced Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates to consumers.

GST exemption implemented, Varanasi locals celebrate 'Savings Festival'

IANS | September 22, 2025 2:51 PM

Varanasi, Sep 22 (IANS) The new GST slab exemption announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially come into effect from Monday, bringing visible relief to the citizens of his parliamentary constituency, Varanasi. Locals are celebrating the move as a 'Savings Festival,' marking a shift toward affordability and economic optimism.