Revolutionary GST Reforms: A ‘Diwali Bonus’ for Bharat  The Modi Government has once again showcased its unwavering commitment to the common man with the revolutionary GST reforms. This monumental step, a true ‘Diwali bonus,’ slashes taxes on essentials, giving a massive boost to household budgets. With rates on groceries, medicines, and farming equipment significantly reduced, this move directly empowers farmers, mothers, and the middle class. The simplified two-slab structure (5% and 18%) is not just a tax change but a testament to the vision of a the government to ensure the growth of the common man, businesses, and hence, the…

One must truly stand in awe of the Congress party’s newfound expertise on the Goods and Services Tax. After years of deriding it as a ‘brutal’ and ‘Gabbar Singh Tax,’ they’ve now emerged as its most ardent champions, claiming that the Modi government is finally, albeit eight years late, heeding their visionary counsel. It's a breathtaking performance of political revisionism, one that deserves a standing ovation for its sheer audacity. It seems the Congress party, in its infinite wisdom, was simply playing a long game. They spent nearly a decade on the sidelines, loudly protesting a system that they, in…

In a landmark decision, the GST Council has approved a major restructuring of India's tax system, introducing what's being called ‘GST 2.0.’ These reforms simplify the existing framework and are set to make a wide range of goods and services more affordable for the common person. The changes will be effective from September 22, 2025. What's Getting Cheaper?  The most significant change is the simplification of the tax structure, which will lower the price of many everyday items. The old four-tier system (5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%) has been streamlined into two main rates: a 5% ‘merit’ rate and an…