GST Council Meet: Key takeaways
Here’s a look at the major outcomes announced at the post-meeting press conference.
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GST Council meet: Revenue from e-gaming GST up 412%, says FinMin
After Monday's GST Council meet, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasised that the significant revenue increase is attributed to the higher tax levy on online gaming.
Jan Dhan Yojana transformed banking landscape: FM
Sitharaman says it is heartening that 67% of accounts have been opened in rural or semi-urban areas, and 55% of these by women
Budget helps diamond exporters source overseas raw diamonds in India
''India is a world leader in the diamond cutting and polishing industry, which employs a large number of skilled workers,'' Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said in her budget speech.
Budget 2024-25: Relief for taxpayers under new tax regime
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces schemes for job creation.
Budget 2024: New income tax slabs introduced, standard deduction up; key details
Increased tax slabs, increase in standard deduction, and increased deductions from pensions will bring relief expected to over 4 cr salaried individuals and pensioners.
Budget 2024: FM announces 3 key initiatives to boost jobs
A direct benefit transfer of 1-month salary in 3 instalments up to ₹15,000 to first-time employees registered in EPFO has been proposed, says the FM
Budget 2024: What stock market expects from Modi govt
Brokerages expect the government to avoid decisions, such as hiking LTCG or STT, which could disturb the market mood.
