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Celebrations commence with GST reform announcements, marking economic shift

This courageous move signals the emergence of a stronger economy, clearly indicating that India is firmlyset on a path of progress and growth

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The rate of tax on cement is also proposed to be reduced from 28 per cent to 18 per cent and tax rate on sand lime bricks or stone inlay work is to be reduced from 12 per cent to 5 per cent. | File Image

Anita Rastogi New Delhi
September 3, 2025, will be remembered as a historic day in India. The government has set a remarkable precedent by honouring its commitment to deliver a Diwali bonanza to the common man through the ann­ouncement of bold decisions by way of goods and services tax (GST) reforms.
 
After a full day deliberation attended by all members of the GST Council, significant GST reforms have been announced with an objective to move to a simplified two slab rate structure (5 per cent and 18 per cent), as was originally envisaged. The 80-page press release issued by the government is full of
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