INDIA LIVE DESKNIFTY 50:23,140.50(+0.34%)SENSEX:73,895.74(+0.43%)
Gateway|🌐 Global Edition →
RDU Global
🇮🇳
Home/Topics/Companies & Institutions/GST Council
Back to Newsroom
🏢Organization Dossier

GST Council

Curated news coverage, institutional background, regulatory filings, and investigative reporting across RDU Global.

43 Stories Indexed
Last Updated: Just Now
Verified Entity Intelligence
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy 16 Oct 2026, 10:51 AM IST

GST Council Rules Out New Arrest Powers, Signals No Rate Rejig as Reform Agenda Turns to Compliance and Refunds

The GST Council has drawn a clear line under any immediate expansion of arrest powers or a broad rate overhaul, instead steering the tax regime toward faster refunds, simpler compliance and proportionate enforcement. The move signals a policy shift aimed at reducing friction for businesses while preserving the government’s ability to act against serious evasion.

By RDU Global Wire4 min read
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy15 Oct 2026, 10:52 PM IST

GST Council May Protect Genuine Buyers From ITC Loss Over Supplier Defaults

The GST Council is weighing a framework that could prevent bona fide buyers from losing input tax credit when their suppliers fail to deposit taxes, while preserving enforcement against parties knowingly involved in fraudulent transactions. The proposed shift would mark a significant recalibration of India’s indirect tax regime, aiming to reduce hardship for compliant businesses without weakening anti-evasion action.

5 min readRead →
National Governance & Policy09 Oct 2026, 07:28 AM IST

GST Council Moves to Rationalise E-Way Bill Rules to Ease Goods Movement

The GST Council has recommended rationalising the e-way bill framework to reduce friction in the movement of goods, a move aimed at improving logistics efficiency and cutting compliance bottlenecks. The proposal also clarifies that supplies made by e-commerce platforms to unregistered buyers through any delivery mechanism will attract a flat 5% tax rate, tightening tax treatment in a fast-growing segment of retail trade.

5 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy09 Oct 2026, 06:57 AM IST

GST Council to Review Five Ease-of-Business Priorities, With Rate Changes Largely Off the Table

The GST Council is set to deliberate on five targeted areas aimed at simplifying compliance and improving the ease of doing business, according to officials familiar with the agenda. Apart from a few minor adjustments, major tax rate changes are not expected, signalling a largely procedural and administrative meeting rather than a broad fiscal overhaul.

4 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy08 Oct 2026, 06:47 PM IST

GST Council Weighs Curbs on Arrest Powers, Decriminalisation in Major Tax Reform Push

The GST Council is set to consider a significant recalibration of India’s indirect tax enforcement regime, including scrapping arrest powers for tax officers and widening decriminalisation under the GST law. The proposed changes, if approved, would be rolled out in phases beginning early next year, signalling a shift toward compliance-led administration and lower coercive risk for businesses.

5 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy08 Oct 2026, 02:56 PM IST

GST Council May Clarify Tax Treatment as E-Commerce Logistics Rulings Diverge

India’s GST Council may soon be pressed to clarify the tax treatment of e-commerce logistics models after two state advance ruling authorities reached opposing conclusions in a closely watched dispute involving Flipkart’s supply chain structure. The West Bengal authority denied exemption, while the Tamil Nadu authority ruled in favour, deepening uncertainty for online marketplaces and logistics providers.

4 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & Insurance07 Oct 2026, 07:38 PM IST

GST Council to Review 18% Levy on UPI Merchant Fees as October 15 MDR Plan Nears

The GST Council is set to examine whether an 18% goods and services tax should apply to merchant discount rates on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, according to a report. The discussion comes as the government has proposed a 0.4% MDR, capped at Rs 300, from October 15, a move that could affect payment economics for merchants and digital commerce operators.

5 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & Insurance07 Oct 2026, 03:52 PM IST

GST Council to Review 18% Levy on UPI Merchant Fees as October 15 MDR Plan Nears

The GST Council is set to examine whether an 18% goods and services tax should apply to merchant fees linked to UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, according to a report. The discussion comes as the government proposes a 0.4% merchant discount rate from October 15, capped at Rs 300, with merchants eligible to claim input tax credit on the GST paid.

6 min readRead →
National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 04:39 AM IST

Karnataka Chief Minister Heads to Delhi Ahead of GST Council Meeting

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has left for New Delhi ahead of the upcoming GST Council meeting, in a move that places the state’s fiscal priorities squarely in the national policy spotlight. Sources said the visit may also give Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar an opportunity to meet senior Congress leaders and discuss pending organisational and governance issues.

4 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy06 Oct 2026, 07:11 PM IST

GST Council May Protect Genuine Buyers From ITC Loss as Tax Default Crackdown Narrows

The GST Council is weighing a framework that would shield bona fide buyers from losing input tax credit when suppliers fail to deposit taxes, while preserving enforcement against those knowingly engaged in fraudulent transactions. The move could mark a significant recalibration of India’s indirect tax regime, shifting recovery efforts toward defaulting sellers rather than penalising compliant purchasers.

5 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy06 Oct 2026, 05:26 PM IST

GST Council May Weigh Single Registered Address Rule for Small E-Commerce Sellers

The GST Council is expected to consider a proposal on October 8 that could allow small businesses to use a single registered address to sell through e-commerce platforms, potentially easing compliance for micro and small sellers. The move, if advanced, would mark a notable shift in indirect tax administration by reducing a long-standing operational hurdle for digitally enabled trade.

4 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy06 Oct 2026, 12:34 PM IST

GST Council Weighs Relief for Genuine Buyers as ITC Loss Rules Face Overhaul

The GST Council is considering a framework that would protect bona fide buyers from losing input tax credit when suppliers default on tax payments, while preserving enforcement against parties involved in fraudulent transactions. The move could mark a significant shift in India’s indirect tax regime by separating genuine commercial errors from deliberate evasion.

5 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy06 Oct 2026, 12:06 AM IST

GST Council May Ease Multi-State Registration With Single Application

The GST Council is considering a major compliance simplification that could allow businesses to file a single application for registrations across multiple states, according to people familiar with the matter. The redesigned form is expected to offer step-by-step guidance and clearly list the documents required at each stage, potentially reducing friction for companies expanding nationwide.

5 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & Insurance05 Oct 2026, 03:04 PM IST

GST Council to Review 18% Levy on UPI Merchant Fees as October 15 MDR Plan Nears

The GST Council is set to examine whether an 18% goods and services tax should apply to merchant fees linked to UPI payments above Rs 2,000, according to a report. The discussion comes as the government proposes a 0.4% merchant discount rate, capped at Rs 300, from October 15, with merchants eligible to claim input tax credit on the GST paid.

5 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy04 Oct 2026, 11:07 PM IST

GST Council Likely to Weigh NATGRID Access to Tax Data for Investigators

The GST Council is expected to consider a proposal that would allow investigating agencies and police to access goods and services tax data through NATGRID, in a move aimed at strengthening financial intelligence and enforcement. Under the proposed framework, information would be shared online through application programming interfaces on requests from authorised NATGRID user agencies, marking a significant step toward deeper inter-agency data integration.

6 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & Insurance04 Oct 2026, 06:07 PM IST

GST Council to Review 18% Levy on UPI Merchant Fees as October 15 MDR Plan Nears

The GST Council is set to examine whether an 18% goods and services tax should apply to merchant fees linked to UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, according to a report. The discussion comes as the government prepares to roll out a 0.4% merchant discount rate from October 15, capped at Rs 300, with merchants expected to be able to claim input tax credit on the GST paid.

6 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & Insurance04 Oct 2026, 05:46 PM IST

GST Council to Review 18% Tax on UPI Merchant Fees as October 15 Levy Nears

The GST Council is set to examine the applicability of an 18% goods and services tax on merchant discount rates charged on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, according to a report. The move comes as the government prepares to implement a 0.4% merchant discount rate from October 15, capped at Rs 300, with merchants eligible to claim input tax credit on the tax paid.

5 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy04 Oct 2026, 12:11 PM IST

GST Council May Open Tax Data Access to NATGRID for Investigations

The GST Council is likely to consider a proposal that would allow investigating agencies and police to access Goods and Services Tax data through NATGRID, according to people familiar with the matter. Under the proposed mechanism, information would be shared online through application programming interfaces, potentially tightening the state’s ability to track financial trails in criminal and economic probes.

5 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy04 Oct 2026, 03:47 AM IST

GST Council May Weigh ITC Relief for Insurance, Catering and Write-Offs on October 7

The GST Council is likely to examine a set of relief proposals on input tax credit at its October 7 meeting, after the law committee backed changes covering insurance, catering, samples and inventory write-offs. The proposals, if approved, could ease compliance pressure for businesses and clarify long-running disputes over credit eligibility in routine commercial operations.

5 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & Insurance03 Oct 2026, 06:09 AM IST

GST Council to Examine 18% Levy on UPI Merchant Fees as October 7 Meeting Nears

The GST Council is set to review the tax treatment of merchant fees linked to UPI transactions above Rs 2,000 at its October 7 meeting, according to a report. The discussion comes as the government proposes a 0.4% merchant discount rate, capped at Rs 300, from October 15, with the fee treated as a taxable service and merchants allowed to claim input tax credit.

5 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy03 Oct 2026, 04:41 AM IST

GST Collections Top ₹2 Lakh Crore Again in September, Strengthening Fiscal Momentum

India’s goods and services tax collections crossed the ₹2 lakh crore mark in September for the second time, underscoring resilient domestic demand, stronger import-linked revenues and steady compliance trends. The print has reinforced expectations that the upcoming GST Council meeting could consider further rate and process adjustments as the festive season gathers pace.

5 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & Insurance03 Oct 2026, 03:59 AM IST

NBFCs Now Drive Half of India’s New-to-Credit Borrowers, Up From 24% in 2016: TransUnion CIBIL-FIDC

Non-banking finance companies now account for 50% of India’s new-to-credit borrowers, sharply up from 24% in June 2016, according to a TransUnion CIBIL-FIDC report covering about 2,000 NBFCs. The findings underscore how NBFCs have become a critical gateway to formal credit for first-time borrowers, especially in segments tied to mobility, vehicle finance and broader retail lending.

5 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (08:14 PM IST)

September GST Collections Cross ₹2 Lakh Crore Again as Revenue Momentum Strengthens

India’s goods and services tax collections again rose above the ₹2 lakh crore mark in September, underscoring resilient domestic demand, stronger import-linked receipts and firm compliance trends. The latest numbers arrive just ahead of the festive season and are likely to sharpen expectations of policy changes at the upcoming GST Council meeting.

6 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (06:30 PM IST)

GST Council to Review 18% Levy on UPI Merchant Fees as October 15 MDR Plan Nears

The GST Council is set to examine whether an 18% goods and services tax should apply to merchant fees linked to UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, according to a report. The discussion comes as the government prepares to introduce a 0.4% merchant discount rate from October 15, capped at Rs 300, with merchants expected to be able to claim input tax credit on the tax paid.

5 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (12:35 PM IST)

Government Reviews Revised Bids for IDBI Bank Strategic Sale, Sources Say

The Indian government is evaluating revised financial bids from Fairfax Financial Holdings and Emirates NBD for the proposed sale of a 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank, according to sources familiar with the process. The transaction, one of the most closely watched privatisation exercises in the financial sector, is moving ahead at a measured pace as officials assess the final offers and related terms.

5 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (03:47 AM IST)

GST Council to Review 18% Levy on UPI Merchant Fees as October 15 MDR Plan Nears

The GST Council is set to examine whether an 18% goods and services tax should apply to merchant fees linked to UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, according to a report. The discussion comes as the government prepares to roll out a 0.4% merchant discount rate from October 15, capped at Rs 300, with merchants eligible to claim input tax credit on the GST paid.

5 min readRead →
Markets, IPOs & WealthJust now (03:55 PM IST)

Inox Air Products Files IPO Papers With Sebi for Pure Offer-for-Sale Issue

Inox Air Products has filed draft papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India for an initial public offering that will consist entirely of an offer for sale of 7.7 crore shares, with no fresh equity issuance. The industrial and medical gas maker reported a 4% rise in FY26 net profit to Rs 914 crore and a 9% increase in revenue to Rs 3,034 crore, underscoring steady operating momentum ahead of a market debut.

6 min readRead →
India Entertainment & CultureJust now (02:32 PM IST)

Kannada Drama 'Premada Oorali' Finds Surprise Box Office Momentum Despite Familiar Emotions

The Kannada family drama 'Premada Oorali,' directed by National Award winner Manoj Kumar, is emerging as an unexpected theatrical success in Karnataka and beyond. While the film has drawn audiences with its emotional core and familiar domestic conflicts, critics note that its storytelling and presentation lean on well-worn tropes and lack a distinctly modern cinematic edge.

5 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (08:17 AM IST)

Government Rules Out UPI Fee Rollback as 0.4% MDR Stays on Large Merchant Payments

The government will proceed with a 0.4% merchant discount rate on UPI payments above Rs 2,000, ending speculation of a rollback and setting up a new cost structure for larger business transactions from October 15. Officials say the move is intended to preserve the safety and long-term sustainability of the UPI ecosystem, while opposition parties have criticised the decision as a burden on digital commerce.

5 min readRead →
India Entertainment & CultureJust now (03:48 AM IST)

Apple TV+ Unveils 'Nocturne' Trailer, Setting Liev Schreiber Against Stephen Graham’s Killer

Apple TV+ has released the trailer for 'Nocturne,' a crime thriller that pairs Liev Schreiber as an ex-soldier turned homicide detective with Stephen Graham as a notorious serial killer. The series appears to hinge on the collapse of a carefully rebuilt life, as the detective is forced back into a violent past he thought he had left behind.

5 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (01:25 AM IST)

GST Council to Review 18% Levy on UPI Merchant Fees as October 15 MDR Plan Nears

The GST Council is set to examine the tax treatment of UPI merchant fees at its October 7 meeting, according to a report, as the government prepares to roll out a 0.4% merchant discount rate from October 15. The proposed charge, capped at Rs 300 and applicable to transactions above Rs 2,000, would be treated as a taxable service under GST, with merchants eligible to claim input tax credit on the tax paid.

5 min readRead →
India Entertainment & CultureJust now (10:36 AM IST)

Ex-Soulfull MD Prashant Parameswaran Launches Arovia to Build a Regional Food Brands Portfolio

Prashant Parameswaran, the former managing director and cofounder of Soulfull, has launched Arovia Consumer, a new ecommerce roll-up venture focused on acquiring and scaling regional food brands. The move signals renewed investor interest in India’s fragmented packaged foods market, where heritage brands with loyal local followings can be expanded through digital distribution and operational discipline.

5 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (07:30 AM IST)

GST Council to Review 18% Tax on UPI Merchant Fees as October 15 Levy Nears

The GST Council is set to examine whether an 18% goods and services tax should apply to merchant fees linked to UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, according to a report. The proposed 0.4% merchant discount rate, capped at Rs 300 and due to take effect from October 15, would be treated as a taxable service, while merchants would be allowed to claim input tax credit on the GST paid.

5 min readRead →
National Governance & PolicyJust now (03:59 AM IST)

Tripura Governor Meets Prime Minister in New Delhi

Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Tuesday, in a routine but politically notable engagement that underscores the continuing communication between the Centre and the northeastern state. While no official details of the discussion were immediately released, the meeting comes at a time when governance coordination in the Northeast remains a central policy priority for the Union government.

5 min readRead →
Healthcare, Pharma & Life SciencesJust now (03:39 AM IST)

At IDSFFK 2026, Malavika VN’s 'Viraamam' Turns the Lens on Film Projectionists

Malavika VN’s short documentary 'Viraamam' was screened in the short documentary competition section at the 18th International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala, bringing renewed attention to the often-invisible craft of film projectionists. The film arrives at a moment when cinema is increasingly digitised, making its focus on the people who once stood between the audience and the moving image especially resonant.

6 min readRead →
India Entertainment & CultureJust now (11:28 PM IST)

Peter Lee’s Textile Eye Reveals How Trade Routes Wove Cultures Together

Singaporean collector Peter Lee has drawn attention to the enduring appeal of Indian textiles, especially checks and chintz, as markers of craftsmanship and cross-cultural exchange. His reflections underscore how ports and trade routes shaped not only commerce but also the visual language of fashion across Asia and beyond.

5 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (10:26 PM IST)

MDR Rollout to Be Monitored Closely as GST Tax Treatment Faces Review

India’s planned rollout of merchant discount rate (MDR) changes will be closely monitored to ensure users are protected and payment costs remain manageable, according to officials tracking the issue. The tax treatment of GST on MDR may be taken up by the GST Council, while merchants may be able to use input tax credit, adding a fresh policy layer to the debate around digital payments economics.

6 min readRead →
National Governance & PolicyJust now (03:52 PM IST)

Rajnath Singh Urges Wider Export Push for Indigenous Warships as Local Content Tops 75%

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called for a stronger export strategy for India’s indigenous warships, saying domestic content in naval platforms has now crossed 75%. He made the remarks at the second edition of the Indian Navy’s three-day biannual Commanders’ Conference 2026, underscoring the government’s push to turn naval shipbuilding into a global industrial strength.

6 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (01:48 PM IST)

GST Council to Review 18% Tax on UPI Merchant Fees as October 15 MDR Plan Nears

The GST Council is set to examine whether an 18% levy should apply to merchant discount rates on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, according to a report. The discussion comes ahead of an October 15 rollout of a proposed 0.4% merchant discount rate capped at Rs 300, a move that could affect payment costs for merchants while allowing input tax credit on GST paid.

5 min readRead →
Startups & Venture CapitalJust now (10:44 PM IST)

Aequs Board Approves Up to ₹650 Crore Preferential Issue to Expand Manufacturing Capacity

Contract manufacturing company Aequs has secured board approval to raise up to ₹650 crore through a preferential issue, a move aimed at strengthening its manufacturing footprint and supporting future growth. The fundraise signals the company’s intent to deepen capacity in a sector where scale, precision and supply-chain resilience are becoming increasingly important.

5 min readRead →
Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (02:58 PM IST)

GST Council Likely to Clear Metro Freight Pilot as DMRC Tests Urban Cargo Model

The GST Council is likely to give a green signal to freight movement by metro trains, a move that could open a new middle-mile logistics channel inside India’s biggest cities. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation is preparing a pilot depot-to-depot cargo service under its Urban Freight Services framework, aiming to use the metro network for time-sensitive urban deliveries and reduce pressure on roads.

5 min readRead →
Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (12:24 PM IST)

MDR Rollout to Be Closely Monitored as GST Tax Questions Move to Council

India’s planned rollout of merchant discount rate (MDR) charges on certain digital payments will be monitored closely to ensure users are not unfairly burdened, even as tax questions around the levy move toward the GST Council. Officials are also examining whether merchants may be able to use input tax credit, a development that could shape the economics of card and digital payment acceptance. The issue sits at the intersection of consumer protection, merchant costs and the government’s broader push to formalise digital transactions.

5 min readRead →

🏢 About this Entity

Corporations, startups, regulatory bodies, central banks, ministries and judicial courts. All news mentioning this entity is automatically verified and aggregated into this live intelligence dossier.

Co-Occurring Entities

Entities frequently referenced alongside GST Council:

New Delhi(43)India(21)Finance Ministry(3)West Bengal(2)Tamil Nadu(2)Karnataka(2)