GST reduction
Goldman Sachs Upgrades India to 'Overweight' with 29,000 Nifty Target: Economic Revival and Investment Opportunities Ahead
Nov 10, 2025 03:12 pm CST
Goldman Sachs has upgraded Indian equities to 'Overweight' with a Nifty target of 29,000 by end-2026, projecting 14% upside. The investment bank forecasts renewed growth momentum driven by supportive monetary policies, earnings rebound, and returning foreign investment after significant outflows. Key sectors expected to lead market gains include financial services, consumer durables, defense, TMT, and oil marketing companies.
Ladakh's Economy Boosted by GST Reforms: Benefits for Pashmina, Handicrafts, and Tourism Sectors
Oct 22, 2025 02:31 pm CST
The government has announced significant GST reforms reducing rates from 12% to 5% on authentic Pashmina, handwoven woollens, Thangka paintings, and local agricultural products from Ladakh. These changes aim to enhance competitiveness of traditional crafts, support over 10,000 nomadic herders, boost tourism through reduced hotel tariffs, and strengthen markets for products from 6,000 farming families engaged in apricot cultivation and processing.
Understanding Life Insurance Value: Axis Max Life CEO Explains Why "What If I Don't Die?" Shouldn't Stop You From Getting Covered
Oct 18, 2025 10:03 pm CST
Axis Max Life CEO Sumit Madan addresses the common hesitation about life insurance with a compelling car insurance analogy, highlighting how insurance costs have decreased significantly to around 700-800 rupees monthly for 1 crore coverage. He discusses how initiatives like the BIMA Trinity program are revolutionizing the industry by offering comprehensive protection solutions while making insurance more accessible across India.
Record Rs 5 Lakh Crore Trade Expected for Diwali 2025: India's Largest Economic Fair Since Independence
Oct 14, 2025 02:06 am CST
Diwali 2025 is set to become India's largest economic fair since independence, with projected trade exceeding Rs 5 lakh crore according to CAIT. The festival spending will span multiple sectors including food, textiles, electronics, and services, driven by recent GST reductions and the growing Swadeshi movement promoting Indian-made products. Delhi alone anticipates Rs 75,000 crore in sales, reflecting India's remarkable market growth since 2021.
MRP Of Room ACs Down Up To Rs 4,700, Dishwasher Prices Slashed From Sep 22
Sep 20, 2025 08:38 pm CST
Leading appliance makers have reduced prices of room air conditioners by up to Rs 4,500 and on dishwashers by up to Rs 8,000, with new rates set to be rolled out from Monday as companies extend GST benefits to consumers.
150 Categories Of Products Cheaper After GST Cut, Says Mother Dairy Chief
Sep 17, 2025 08:20 pm CST
A reduction in GST rates will result in more than 150 categories of products getting cheaper from September 22, the company's Managing Director Manish Bandlish told NDTV.