02 Dec, 2024
Introduction India’s GST collections have hit a new milestone, growing by 8.5% to ₹1.82 lakh crore in November 2024 compared to ₹1.68 lakh crore in November 2023. This growth is primarily attributed to robust domestic transactions and steady import revenues. The focus keyphrase “November GST collections” highlights this impressive growth, which reflects the strengthening of […]
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Introduction The implementation of a 28% GST on online gaming starting October 2023 has reshaped India’s gaming industry landscape. Previously taxed at 18% on platform fees, the new rate applies to total deposits, leading to a 412% surge in monthly GST collections. However, this dramatic increase has placed a crushing tax burden on the sector, […]
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GST on Education Services: ₹4,792 Crore Revenue Breakdown The government earned a staggering ₹4,792 crore in Goods and Services Tax (GST) on education services in FY24. As revealed by Pankaj Chaudhary, Minister of State for Finance, in the Lok Sabha, this revenue comes from taxable education services that are not eligible for exemptions. While many […]
Read More30 Nov, 2024
Introducing PAN 2.0 Project: A Unified Portal for Seamless Taxpayer Services Imagine managing all your PAN and TAN services on a single, user-friendly platform. That’s the promise of PAN 2.0 Project, an innovative project by the Income Tax Department (ITD), recently approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA). This eco-friendly initiative is designed […]
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📢 Income Tax Alert: CBDT Extends Due Date for AY 2024-25 ITR Filing If you’re among the assessees required to furnish a report under Section 92E of the Income Tax Act, here’s good news! The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has extended the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for Assessment Year 2024-25. […]
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India GDP Growth Slows to 5.4% in Q2 FY25: Challenges and Outlook India GDP growth rate in Q2 FY25 dropped to 5.4%, the slowest in seven quarters and below market expectations of 6.5–6.8%. This figure highlights a growing concern over the health of the economy, with several contributing factors impacting growth. Here’s a detailed analysis. […]
Read More29 Nov, 2024
🕵️♂️ ED Seizes ₹5.34 Crore in Medical Seat Scam The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached assets worth ₹5.34 crore belonging to private medical colleges under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. This action shines a spotlight on an elaborate scam involving NEET-PG medical seat admissions, affecting hundreds of aspiring doctors and the […]
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Kannur Urban Nidhi Scam: ED Arrests Three Promoters in Money Laundering Probe The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has escalated its investigation into a ₹200 crore money laundering case involving Kannur Urban Nidhi (KUN), a Kerala-based financial firm. On November 27, 2024, the ED arrested three of the company’s promoters—Antony Sunny P., Shoukkathali M.M., and Gafoor K.M.—on […]
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Fixed Deposit Risks: The Hidden Wealth Erosion Investing in fixed deposits (FDs) has been the cornerstone of low-risk investing for Indian households. However, did you know these “safe” investments could quietly eat into your wealth? Fixed deposits are supposed to protect your capital against inflation and taxes, but they might be doing the opposite. Let’s […]
Read More29 Nov, 2024
How ED Chennai is Restoring Justice in Financial Crimes The fight against financial crimes in India saw a major victory as the Enforcement Directorate (ED), Chennai, recently restored property worth ₹12.73 crore to its rightful owner. This remarkable move underscores ED’s ongoing efforts to combat money laundering, land fraud, and bank scams while ensuring justice […]
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