Locals, shopkeepers in Hazaribagh thank PM Modi for new GST rates

IANS | September 22, 2025 5:38 PM

Hazaribagh (Jharkhand), Sep 22 (IANS) A wave of gratitude swept across Jharkhand's Hazaribagh as locals, shopkeepers, and political representatives alike on Monday expressed heartfelt thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the latest Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms. The revised GST rates, which came into effect today, have brought much-needed relief to households and businesses just in time for the festive season.

Nation welcomes revamped GST rates, calls for ‘Swadeshi’ adoption

IANS | September 22, 2025 3:46 PM

New Delhi, Sep 22 (IANS) People across India have welcomed the revamped Goods and Services Tax (GST) system, hailed as the "next-generation GST" or "GST Bachat Utsav". The sweeping reforms, aimed at easing the tax burden on essential commodities, have not only sparked public optimism but also reignited calls for adopting the 'Swadeshi' movement.