Chandigarh has one of India's lowest adult tobacco use rates
Chandigarh shines with just 13.7% adult tobacco users, among India's top 5 lowest. National rate is 28.6%. Data reveals a promising decline in youth tobacco consumption nationwide.
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Karnataka GST growth moderates to 3% in October
Karnataka's GST collection growth moderated to 3% in October after a 10% surge in September. Analysts attribute the drop to post-festive normalization. Read more on the state's revenue trends.
LS Clears 25% Cess on Pan Masala, Tobacco Products
Lok Sabha passes bill imposing a 25% National Security and Health Cess on pan masala and tobacco. The move aims to curb consumption and fund public health initiatives. Read the full details.
SC: Arundhati Roy's book cover with bidi not an ad
Supreme Court dismisses plea for statutory warning on Arundhati Roy's book cover featuring a bidi, stating it's not a tobacco advertisement under COTPA Act. Read the full legal reasoning.
Accountant held for Rs 11 crore fake GST invoice fraud in Noida
A 27-year-old accountant from Bihar was arrested in Noida for generating fake invoices worth Rs 11 crore and fraudulently claiming Rs 2 crore in GST refunds. Read the full investigation details.
New Tobacco Tax Regime Targets Pan Masala Variants
FM Nirmala Sitharaman explains new Health & National Security Cess to replace GST compensation levy. Bill aims to stop tax evasion on pan masala, secure funds for public health and defence. Read more.
RJD MP Demands Ban on Gutka, Opposes New Health Cess Bill
RJD MP Sudhakar Singh opposes the Health Safety to National Security Cess Bill, 2025, demanding a complete ban on gutka and pan masala instead of a tax. He calls the bill a revenue-generating tactic.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill for Cess on Pan Masala, Tobacco
The Lok Sabha has passed a bill to collect a 10% cess on pan masala and tobacco products. The funds will support health initiatives and national security. Learn about the key provisions and financial impact.
Jalandhar Media Wing's Anti-Tobacco Youth Campaign
Jalandhar's Mass Media Wing launches a major campaign to create tobacco-free youth. Learn about the awareness drive, health risks, and community action.
BAT Sells 7% ITC Hotels Stake Worth Rs 3,000 Crore
British American Tobacco plans to sell a 7% stake in ITC Hotels this Friday, valued at Rs 3,000 crore, as part of its strategy to exit non-core holdings. Read the full details of the deal.
Parliament Approves Excise Duty on Tobacco Bill
The Indian Parliament has approved a bill to impose excise duty on tobacco. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Rajya Sabha, detailing the legislation's aspects and responding to queries. Read the full story.
Central Excise Amendment Bill 2025 Passed by Parliament
Parliament has approved the Central Excise Amendment Bill, 2025, raising excise duty on tobacco products. The move aims to boost revenue and curb consumption. Read the full details and implications here.
Oral Cancer Risk: 5 Crucial Factors in India
Are you at risk for oral cancer? Learn about the top 5 contributing factors in India, from tobacco use to HPV, and discover essential prevention tips. Act now for better health.
Ludhiana Furnace Units Hit by GST Notices Over Bogus Billing
More than 40 induction furnace industrialists in Ludhiana receive GST notices for alleged bogus billing. The industry association plans to challenge the move, citing procedural flaws.
MPs Reveal Tobacco Quit Struggles in Parliament Tax Debate
Lok Sabha MPs shared personal battles to quit tobacco during a debate on the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes a new tax structure on tobacco products.
Lok Sabha Passes Tobacco Excise Duty Bill
Lok Sabha approves Central Excise Bill to tax tobacco. Finance Minister says revenue will go to divisible pool, with 41% for states. Opposition criticizes move as filling fiscal gap.
Govt clarifies tobacco levy is excise duty, not a new cess
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified in Lok Sabha that the tobacco levy is an excise duty, not a new cess. The move aims to keep cigarettes unaffordable and revenue will be shared with states.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill on Tobacco Excise Duty
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to amend excise duty rates on tobacco and its products. This legislative move aims to update the Central Excise Act, 1944. Read for details and implications.
Cement firms push premium products as price war looms
India's cement majors are boosting premium offerings to protect margins post-GST cut, but analysts warn of an unsustainable strategy and looming price competition in the segment.
Andhra Pradesh GST Revenue Declines 4.6% in Nov 2025
Andhra Pradesh sees a 4.6% drop in net GST collections for November 2025 following GST 2.0 rate cuts. Chief Commissioner Babu Ahmed cites lower yields despite volume growth. Read the full analysis.
Manipur GST Bill Passed in Rajya Sabha
Rajya Sabha returned the Manipur GST bill to Lok Sabha, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighting its benefits. The opposition staged a walkout during the discussion.
Chandigarh GST up 6% in Nov 2025, Rs 243 Crore Collected
Chandigarh's GST revenue grew 6% to Rs 243 crore in November 2025 compared to last year. However, October saw a 4% dip. Explore the city's tax collection trends and economic implications.
November GST Mop-Up at ₹1.7 Trillion, Down from October
India's November GST collections fell to ₹1.7 trillion, raising questions on the stimulus effect of recent rate cuts. Read our analysis on the revenue trend and what it means for the economy.
GST Mop-Up Moderates in Nov After Rate Rationalisation
GST collections grew marginally by 0.7% in November, reflecting the impact of recent rate cuts. Officials remain optimistic, citing a boost in consumption and taxable turnover.
Genetic Drivers of Oral Cancer in Women Found in Kolar Study
A new women-centric study from Kolar, Karnataka, identifies key genetic mutations like CASP8 driving aggressive oral cancer in female tobacco chewers, paving the way for personalised treatment. Read more.
Govt Bills to Levy Excise on Tobacco, Cess on Pan Masala
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduces bills to impose excise duty on tobacco and a health cess on pan masala, ensuring high taxes after GST compensation ends. Read the details.
Maharashtra Lost Rs 12,000 Cr in GST Cuts: Ajit Pawar
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar reveals Maharashtra suffered Rs 10,000-12,000 crore revenue loss due to PM Modi's GST rate cuts but supported the pro-poor move. Details on state's financial strategy inside.
Gujarat GST Mop-up Rises 9%, Hits Rs 52,390 Crore
Gujarat's GST collection grew 9% to Rs 52,390 crore in April-November FY26. November saw Rs 6,723 crore GST, with enforcement revenue surging 61.7%. Read the full state tax report.
Lok Sabha passes Manipur GST Bill amid protests
Lok Sabha passed the Manipur GST Bill and introduced new cess bills on tobacco products. The session faced adjournments due to opposition protests demanding discussion on electoral roll revision.
New Cess, Higher Excise Proposed for Tobacco Products
The Centre proposes a new cess and higher excise duty on tobacco and pan masala as the GST compensation cess ends. Learn how this tax overhaul impacts prices and states.
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