Maruti bets on small-car boom after GST 2.0. But will it sustain?
  • 03 Nov 2025 06:33 PM
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Maruti bets on small-car boom after GST 2.0. But will it sustain?

Source: https://www.livemint.com/market/mark-to-market/maruti-suzuki-small-car-sales-surge-gst-tax-cuts-11762077566644.html

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd’s latest management commentary has spurred hopes of brighter days after the September quarter (Q2FY26).

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Mint Quick Edit | Tax relief has sped up auto sales but can October’s momentum last?
  • 03 Nov 2025 06:37 PM
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Mint Quick Edit | Tax relief has sped up auto sales but can October’s momentum last?

Source: https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/october-car-sales-record-india-gst-rate-cut-impact-auto-industry-passenger-vehicle-sales-2025-automobile-sector-festive-11762084126259.html

India’s GST rate cuts have sent car sales zooming to record highs, hinting at a revival in market demand that’s more than a festive season blip. Overall GST collection data looks strong too. But is it too early to celebrate?

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GST reforms spark massive festive shopping spree, sales hit ₹6 trillion as consumer spending jumps 8.5%
  • 03 Nov 2025 06:44 PM
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GST reforms spark massive festive shopping spree, sales hit ₹6 trillion as consumer spending jumps 8.5%

Source: https://www.livemint.com/economy/gst-reforms-spark-massive-festive-shopping-spree-sales-hit-rs-6-trillion-as-consumer-spending-jumps-85-11762149984517.html

GST reforms have boosted consumer spending during the festive season, with an 8.5% increase in sales compared to last year, amounting to ₹6 trillion. Major tax cuts led to increased demand for cars, kitchenware, and other goods, though some businesses faced supply chain disruptions.

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India’s manufacturing rebounds in October as GST relief, tech push lift demand
  • 03 Nov 2025 06:41 PM

India’s manufacturing rebounds in October as GST relief, tech push lift demand

Source: https://www.livemint.com/economy/hsbc-india-manufacturing-purchasing-managers-index-manufacturing-sector-gst-relief-measures-retail-inflation-new-orders-11762147726179.html

The PMI rose to 59.2, indicating expansion, though external sales grew slowly. Manufacturers remain optimistic about future demand and production amid softening input prices.

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Reimagining GST registration through Agentic AI framework
  • 01 Nov 2025 04:38 PM

Reimagining GST registration through Agentic AI framework

Source: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/small-biz/gst/reimagining-gst-registration-through-agentic-ai-framework/articleshow/124596190.cms

Every day, two narratives emerge on India’s GST (goods and services tax) registration portal. The first belongs to Rajesh, a small manufacturer in Pune, who spends three days downloading a utility bill copy from online portals, locating, and scanning his rent agreement, compiling identification documents, and finally uploading them on the GST registration portal

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Indian MSMEs defy Trump tariff headwinds, sectoral indices stay in growth zone: Report
  • 28 Oct 2025 05:40 PM

Indian MSMEs defy Trump tariff headwinds, sectoral indices stay in growth zone: Report

Source: https://www.livemint.com/industry/indian-msmes-defy-trump-tariff-headwinds-sectoral-indices-stay-in-growth-zone-report-11761637595955.html

The MSME sector demonstrated strong growth during the July-September quarter. While external challenges such as Trump tariffs moderated optimism, the outlook remains positive, fueled by government measures and anticipated domestic demand during the festive season.

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GST Rationalisation Boosts Karnataka’s Growth Story
  • 28 Oct 2025 05:48 PM

GST Rationalisation Boosts Karnataka’s Growth Story

Source: https://taxguru.in/goods-and-service-tax/gst-rationalisation-boosts-karnatakas-growth-story.html

Recent GST rate rationalisation is set to significantly boost Karnataka’s diverse economy by reducing tax rates across agriculture, manufacturing, and traditional crafts. Key changes include a cut to 5\% GST on instant coffee, which accounts for of India’s output, making the product cheaper and supporting small growers and exporters.

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Hunger once shaped India’s policies. Now obesity poses a challenge of health, productivity and growth
  • 28 Oct 2025 05:33 PM

Hunger once shaped India’s policies. Now obesity poses a challenge of health, productivity and growth

Source: https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/obesity-india-health-crisis-economic-impact-indian-bmi-prosperity-trap-national-public-dieting-fitness-food-nutrition-11761566427740.html

For decades, India fought one great battle—hunger. We built ration shops, expanded food programmes and ensured no child went to bed hungry. Those efforts worked. In one generation, poverty at the $3-a-day line has plunged from nearly half the population in 2004 to below 5% today. Millions of families that once struggled for daily calories now have full plates. But victory over scarcity has brought a new problem.

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Mint Quick Edit | Strong growth, low inflation—but can India steady its export ship?
  • 28 Oct 2025 05:26 PM

Mint Quick Edit | Strong growth, low inflation—but can India steady its export ship?

Source: https://www.livemint.com/opinion/online-views/india-economy-indian-economic-outlook-finance-ministry-report-september-gdp-growth-inflation-rate-domestic-gst-trade-11761577786976.html

India’s economy is showing strong growth amid cooling prices. As the finance ministry’s September update notes, private consumption and investment are looking up. Where today’s global trade storm leaves our export prospects, though, remains a big question.

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