Category : GST & Taxation


Budget 2026: Focus on Tax Clarity, FDI & GIFT City

Union Budget 2026 emphasizes tax clarity, simplicity, and certainty over rate changes. Key proposals include extended tax holidays for GIFT City, reforms in share buy-back taxation, and rationalization of MAT framework to attract FDI.

Budget 2026-27: Tax Reforms & Economic Blueprint

India's Union Budget 2026-27 introduces significant tax reforms including changes to buyback taxation, MAT rates, and compliance procedures while focusing on economic growth through digital infrastructure and manufacturing missions.

Evolution of India's Tax Revenue Sharing Formula

Analysis of how Finance Commissions from 11th to 16th have shifted criteria for distributing central tax revenues among states, moving from population-based metrics to include GDP contribution and ecological factors.

New IT Regime Default from April, No Rate Tweaks

Starting April 1, the new income tax regime will be the default option for taxpayers, with no changes to existing tax rates. The government aims to simplify tax filing and encourage adoption of the streamlined system.

Budget 2026: MAT Rate Cut to 14%, Framework Overhauled

Union Budget 2026-27 proposes major changes to Minimum Alternate Tax for companies, including rate reduction to 14%, making MAT a final tax under old regime, and new credit adjustment rules to encourage transition to new tax system.

Budget 2026: Tax Reforms, STT Changes, New IT Act

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026 introduces major reforms including STT rate increases, capital gains tax on buybacks, MACT interest exemption, and the new Income Tax Act 2025 implementation from April 2026.

Cigarette Prices Jump ₹22-55 Per Pack After New Duties

Cigarette prices have increased significantly following new excise duties, with popular brands like Wills Navy Cut and Gold Flake Lights seeing hikes of ₹25-55 per pack. Distributors warn of smuggling risks and retail challenges.

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