Budget 2024 Expectations: The commodity markets have emerged as a robust exchange to manage the risk associated with the trading of commodities in India. However, the growth has slowed down since the Commodity Transaction Tax (CTT) was introduced in 2013. There is still a tremendous amount of unfinished agenda for the commodity markets. The interim budget 2024 could be a good beginning to address these long-pending issues.
Read MoreLok Sabha polls 2024: The BJP has sought suggestions from the public to formulate its poll manifesto ahead of elections. “Your inputs will shape BJP's 2024 election manifesto,” a BJP poster read.
Read MoreAs the Indian government gears up for the Interim Budget announcement in February, leaders in the electric vehicle (EV) industry are optimistic about crucial reforms that could further help the sector's growth. The statements from prominent figures in the industry shed light on their expectations and aspirations for a budget that addresses key issues and supports the EV landscape.
Read MoreFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will unveil the Interim Budget for the financial year 2024-2025 (FY25) on February 1, 2024, which is likely to keep the focus on fiscal consolidation and nominal economic growth projection and may not involve any major policy changes.
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Mumbai: The gaming industry had an eventful 2023. First, the ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY) emerged as its nodal ministry, offering a clear, designated channel for industry interaction. Then came a big setback with the sharp increase in GST rate. In an exclusive interview, Bhavin Pandya, co-founder and co-CEO of Games24x7, discussed the government’s apprehensions, the industry’s quest for regulations, repercussions of the tax rise, investor outlook, and the pathway for future growth amid perception hurdles. Edited excerpts:
Read MoreNew Delhi: Apparel exporters body AEPC on Wednesday sought tax incentives such as uniformity in GST and enhanced interest subsidies to boost domestic manufacturing and India's outbound shipments.
Read MoreIndia's nascent space sector has sought a liberal FDI policy on par with the defence industry and production-linked incentive in the interim Budget that the government will present next week.
Read MoreAhead of the Union Budget, the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) have urged the government to reduce import duty on gold and cut and polished diamonds to help the sector stay competitive globally.
Read MoreBudget 2024 expectations: With Budget 2024-25 only days away, top real estate players lay stress on increased tax slabs and revised affordability caps in their wishlist. They also advocated for incentives, anticipating a budget that addresses critical challenges, stimulates demand, and aligns with the government's vision of sustainable growth. The sectoral leaders called for the expansion of the SWAMIH (Special Window for Affordable and Mid-Income Housing) stress fund and the creation of a second tranche aimed at completing stalled projects and ensuring liquidity. Additionally, they called for tax reliefs for first-time homebuyers and the reintroduction of GST with an input tax credit on under-construction properties to stimulate demand.
Read MoreIntroduction: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) recently made headlines with the arrest of an Inspector from the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) department in Jaipur, along with two private individuals acting as middlemen. The arrests were made in connection with an alleged bribery case amounting to Rs. Ten Lakh.
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