festive season
India's GST Collections Surge 4.6% to Rs 1.96 Lakh Crore in October Despite Rate Cuts
Nov 02, 2025 01:43 am CST
India's GST collections rose by 4.6% year-on-year to Rs 1.96 lakh crore in October, marking the 10th consecutive month above Rs 1.8 lakh crore. Despite recent rate rationalization, strong festive demand has maintained robust tax revenues, while direct tax collections also increased by 6.33% this fiscal year, highlighting positive economic growth trends.
PM Modi Encourages Citizens to Purchase Local 'Swadeshi' Products During India's Festive Season
Oct 20, 2025 02:05 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Indians to celebrate the festive season by purchasing locally-made 'Swadeshi' products, supporting the nation's artisans and manufacturers. His appeal encourages citizens to share their local purchases on social media to inspire others, promoting India's self-reliance movement and honoring the creativity of 140 crore Indians during this important shopping period.
Diwali 2023: How Reduced GST and Changing Consumer Preferences Are Reshaping Festive Gifting Trends
Oct 18, 2025 10:40 pm CST
This comprehensive article explores the evolving landscape of Diwali gifting in 2023, highlighting how reduced GST rates and changing consumer preferences are influencing purchasing decisions. From traditional mithai and dry fruits to wellness products, personalized gifts, premium electronics, and luxury spirits, retailers across India are reporting significant sales growth as shoppers balance meaningful gifting with budget considerations during the festive season.
Dry Day Schedule During Indian Festivals: Liquor Availability on Dhanteras, Diwali and Bhai Dooj
Oct 18, 2025 05:47 pm CST
A comprehensive guide to liquor availability during the Indian festive season. Dhanteras and Bhai Dooj will not be dry days, but Diwali will see liquor shops closed in several states including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. The article details alcohol regulations, penalties for public drinking, and provides a complete schedule of upcoming dry days in November and December.
Cosmic Origins Revealed: How Gold Jewelry is Actually Stardust from Ancient Stars
Oct 15, 2025 09:14 pm CST
Discover the extraordinary cosmic journey of gold from dying stars to festive jewelry. India's pivotal role in FAIR, a groundbreaking scientific facility in Germany, is helping unveil how precious metals were forged in violent stellar explosions billions of years ago. This Diwali season, learn why your gold ornaments are literally pieces of ancient stardust.
Automobiles To Online Shopping: How GST 2.0 Spurred Consumer Frenzy On Day 1
Sep 23, 2025 07:40 pm CST
A new era for Indian consumers began with the launch of GST 2.0 on September 22, with consumer excitement visible in the markets even before the Navratri festival started.
Maruti Sold 30,000 Cars, Hyundai 11,000 On 1st Day Of Navratri Amid GST Cuts
Sep 23, 2025 02:41 pm CST
The auspicious start of Navratri, amplified by the momentum from the GST 2.0 reforms, has infused strong positivity into the automobile market, with car dealers registering robust sales across the country.
AC, TV Dealers See Spike In Sales On Day One As Lower GST Rate Takes Effect
Sep 23, 2025 08:51 am CST
As lower GST rates take effect on Monday, sales of air-conditioners, TV sets surged dramatically with buyers rushing to grab cheaper deals offered by retailers at the beginning of the Navratra festival.
Buy Swadeshi, Sell Swadeshi: PM's Made In India Pitch In 'GST Utsav' Letter
Sep 22, 2025 08:29 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the next generation GST reforms will boost savings and directly benefit every section of society, as he asserted that it is imperative to walk on the path of self-reliance to achieve the collective goal of
GST 2.0: How Air Conditioners, Refrigerators, TVs Will Get Cheaper From Today
Sep 22, 2025 09:07 am CST
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) system is entering a new era with the rollout of GST 2.0, effective September 22.