YS Jagan Mohan Reddy welcomed the GST restructuring introduced by the Union government, calling it a revolutionary step towards a simpler, fairer tax system. He expressed hope that the benefits will reach consumers and boost economic consumption and investment
Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal warned that the state could lose Rs 8,000–10,000 crore annually due to GST rate rationalisation. He urged the Centre to ensure benefits reach consumers and pressed for compensation to states facing major revenue losses
The Congress on Thursday termed the GST overhaul “GST 1.5” and said the wait for a “true GST 2.0” continues. Party leaders Kharge, Chidambaram, and Ramesh demanded five more years of compensation for States, simplification of compliance, and relief for MSMEs
Gold prices dropped Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,01,520 per 10 grams in Delhi on Tuesday, following global sell-offs and easing trade tensions after US President Trump ruled out import tariffs on gold. Silver also slumped by Rs 2,00
India’s wholesale price inflation entered the negative zone in June 2025 after 19 months, declining by 0.13 per cent due to falling food and fuel prices
The cost of vegetarian and non-vegetarian thalis rose by 3 per cent and 4 per cent respectively in June due to a sharp 36 per cent month-on-month spike in tomato prices. Crisil’s report predicts further increases amid seasonal trends and weak summer sowing
India’s economy has tripled in a decade, with 6.5 per cent GDP growth in 2024–25 and easing inflation. Strong domestic demand, stable investment, and global confidence are fueling momentum. CPI inflation hit a six-year low, and markets remain resilient and optimistic
Wholesale inflation fell to 0.39% in May due to lower food and fuel prices. However, rising crude oil prices and monsoon delays may push inflation up slightly in June. Retail inflation remains low, supporting RBI’s recent interest rate cut
The EY India Economy Watch report noted that over the past three years, gross tax revenue buoyancy has gently moderated, from 1.4 in 2024 to 1.15 in 2025 and projected to be 1.07 in 2026
WESP said that India's economy would be bolstered by "strong export growth in services and certain goods categories, particularly pharmaceuticals and electronics".
