GST Council Meeting: What gets Cheaper and Expensive?

By Editorji News Desk
Published on | Oct 07, 2023

GST Council Meeting

The council discussed and decided on several key issues related to GST rates, exemptions, and clarifications.

What Gets Cheaper?

After the meeting here are the things that got cheaper: Molasses, Powdered Millet, Vehicles for Visually Impaired Persons

Molasses

The council reduced GST on molasses from 28% to 5%, benefiting sugar mills and distilleries.

Powdered Millets

The council exempted GST on powdered millets, providing relief to farmers and consumers.

Vehicles for Visually Impaired Persons

The council extended the concessional rate of 18% GST on vehicles purchased by visually impaired persons

What Gets More Expensive?

After the meeting here are the things that got expensive: Personal Guarantees, Online Gaming, Horse Racing, and Casinos

Personal Guarantees

The council levied an 18% GST on personal guarantees given by promoters/directors against loans given by banks, increasing the borrowing costs.

Online Gaming, Horse Racing, and Casinos

The council reviewed the implementation of the 28% levy on these activities, which was introduced in the previous meeting.