1. India has reduced consumption tax (GST) rates from four to two (5% and 18%) as part of an effort to stimulate domestic demand and offset the impact of increased US tariffs on imports.
2. Over 400 categories of items, including food, daily necessities, small cars, and home appliances, have seen reduced GST rates. For instance, dairy products now have a GST rate of 5% (previously 12%) and televisions/small cars have a rate of 18% (previously 28%).
3. Lowered GST rates are expected to result in savings for consumers (like daily milk buyers) and increased profitability for businesses, particularly small shopkeepers. The reform is seen as a positive step by the government, aiming to boost economic growth in India, which relies heavily on personal consumption (60% of GDP).
2. Over 400 categories of items, including food, daily necessities, small cars, and home appliances, have seen reduced GST rates. For instance, dairy products now have a GST rate of 5% (previously 12%) and televisions/small cars have a rate of 18% (previously 28%).
3. Lowered GST rates are expected to result in savings for consumers (like daily milk buyers) and increased profitability for businesses, particularly small shopkeepers. The reform is seen as a positive step by the government, aiming to boost economic growth in India, which relies heavily on personal consumption (60% of GDP).
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Summary
India reduces GST rates from four to two (5% and 18%) in an attempt to stimulate domestic demand, offset US tariff impacts on imports. Over 400 categories, such as food, daily necessities, small cars, and home appliances, see reduced rates. Examples include dairy products now at 5% (previously
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