On Monday, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council will take up the issue of taxing services related to foreign airlines in India, relief for certain helicopter services, work related to software exporters such as Infosys Ltd, and core research by private enterprises.
Read MoreNitin Gadkari pointed to falling battery costs and low GST as reasons subsidies on EVs are no longer needed, with price parity expected in two years.
Despite government efforts, only 5.28% of two-wheelers and 1.99% of four-wheelers sold since 2018 are electric.
Deepak Gosain was handed a staggering bill of ₹5,770 for parking his car at the Delhi's IGI Airport, which comprised of ₹4,889.83 in parking fees and ₹880.17 in GST.
Read MoreEvery Friday, Plain Facts publishes a compilation of data-based insights, complete with easy-to-read charts, to help you delve deeper into the stories reported by Mint in the week gone by. The World Bank upgraded its FY25 GDP forecast for India and Adani group is looking to acquire multiple FMCG businesses. Meanwhile, GST on health and life insurance premia could be discussed at the GST council meeting on Monday.
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The 54th GST Council meeting on September 9, 2024, may address removing the 18 percent GST on term life insurance premiums, a demand from various stakeholders aiming to reduce costs for consumers and promote insurance uptake in India.
In an advisory to Goods and Services Tax (GST) payers, GSTN said to enable taxpayers to efficiently address invoice corrections/amendments with their suppliers through the portal, a new communication process called the IMS is being launched.
Read MoreWhen the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council convenes for its 54th meeting on Monday, one agenda item likely to resurface is the tax slab on health and life insurance. While the Council has previously discussed this issue, it has gained renewed attention recently. The Opposition has intensified its demands, and a senior minister, Nitin Gadkari, highlighted the issue in a letter to the finance minister in July.
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Read MoreGadkari says the central government needs the support of the states to promote flex-engine vehicles by reducing GST up to 12 per cent on flex engines, cars, and scooters.
Read MoreIPO flurry set to continue with 6 new public issues, 11 listings scheduled for next week; check full list here
In the mainboard segment, the Gala Precision Engineering IPO will open for subscription on September 2. Meanwhile, the Baazar Style Retail IPO, which is currently ongoing, will close on September 3.