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Kerala GST Department Offers Relief for Taxpayers

The Kerala state GST department has introduced a significant measure to ease the burden on taxpayers dealing with multiple show...

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Green MSME Policy: Financial and Technological Support for Sustainability

The government is set to unveil a Green MSME Policy in the upcoming budget, aimed at promoting sustainable practices among...

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Indian Ministry of MSME: Year-End Review 2024

The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector, with over 6.30 crore enterprises, continues to play a vital role in...

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GST Revenue Collection: December Trends and Insights

The Union and state governments collected gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue of ₹1.76 trillion in December 2024. While...

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2024: A Year of Resilience and Challenges for Indian MSMEs

Indian Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) experienced a transformative yet challenging 2024. While progress was evident in job creation...

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GST Council’s Popcorn Tax Decision Sparks Backlash and Meme Fest

The recent decision by the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council to tax popcorn based on its sugar and spice...

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FSSAI Issues Advisory to E-Commerce Food Operators to Ensure Consumer Protection

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued comprehensive directives to E-commerce Food Business Operators (FBOs), including...

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FSSAI Mandates Quarterly Reporting of Expired and Rejected Food Items

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced a directive requiring licensed food manufacturers, importers, repackers, and...

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Kozhikode MSME Fest 2024: Showcasing Local Enterprise and Culture

The Kozhikode MSME Fest 2024, organized by the District Industries Centre, is underway at Aspin Courtyard, Beach Road, Kozhikode, from...

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Jammu & Kashmir Strategizes Implementation of RAMP Scheme to Boost MSMEs

On December 26, 2024, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo convened a meeting with the Industries & Commerce (I&C) Department to assess...

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How Is the Economy Really Doing? India’s Small Businesses Offer a Clue

Economic Growth Slows to a Seven-Quarter Low India's GDP growth for Q2 FY25 dropped to 5.4%, the slowest in seven...

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GST on Caramelised Popcorn Triggers Meme Frenzy

Popcorn Taxation Clarified at GST Council Meeting At its 55th meeting, the GST Council clarified the tax structure for popcorn,...

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GST Council Meeting Highlights: Key Decisions from Jaisalmer

GST Relief for Micro and Small Units The GST Council has approved an exemption for micro and small units renting...

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West Bengal Aims to Exceed Rs 1.53 Lakh Crore MSME Credit Target in FY’25

Optimistic Credit Growth for MSMEs The West Bengal government is optimistic about surpassing its ambitious Rs 1.53 lakh crore credit...

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FSSAI Mandates Quarterly Reporting for Expired and Rejected Food Items

Quarterly Reporting to Prevent Resale The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has mandated quarterly submissions of data...

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Enhancing Trade Infrastructure and MSME Competitiveness: Path to Doubling India’s Global Trade Share

Integration into Global Value Chains Deeper integration into global value chains is essential for India to more than double its...

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GST Council Meeting Highlights: Key Decisions on Food Apps, Builders, and Tax Relief

5% GST on Food Delivery Apps to Apply Retrospectively The GST Council, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, is...

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Iron and Steel Imports Decline: MSMEs Raise Concerns Over Port Blockades

Sharp Decline in Imports Amid Rising Domestic Challenges India's iron and steel imports fell by 28% in November 2024, dropping...

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Balancing Food and Nutritional Security: A Critical Need

India’s Agricultural Success vs. Nutritional Challenges India, a global leader in agricultural production, faces significant gaps in ensuring nutritional security...

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MSMEs Seek Enhanced Budgetary Support for Growth and Expansion

Increased Allocation for MSME Initiatives Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Kerala have urged the State Finance Department to...

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Women’s Reservation Bill, 2023, is approved by the Lok Sabha.

September 20, 2023

The Lok Sabha has passed the Women's Reservation Bill, 2023, which mandates 33 percent reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies. The bill had received clearance from the Union...

Reconsidering the 1998 ruling that gave lawmakers immunity in bribe-for-vote cases

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By selling convertible warrants, DB Realty raises Rs 1544 crore and forms a partnership with Adani Goodhomes, Godrej Residency, and others.

September 19, 2023

The Delhi Metro has grown remarkably, surpassing 390 kilometers to become India’s longest metro network.

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Kerala GST Department Offers Relief for Taxpayers

January 8, 2025

The Kerala state GST department has introduced a significant measure to ease the burden on taxpayers dealing with multiple show cause notices (SCNs) related to the same issue across different...
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Green MSME Policy: Financial and Technological Support for Sustainability

January 6, 2025

The government is set to unveil a Green MSME Policy in the upcoming budget, aimed at promoting sustainable practices among micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) while reducing their carbon...
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Indian Ministry of MSME: Year-End Review 2024

January 2, 2025

The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector, with over 6.30 crore enterprises, continues to play a vital role in India’s economy by fostering entrepreneurship and employment. The Ministry of...
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GST Revenue Collection: December Trends and Insights

January 2, 2025

The Union and state governments collected gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue of ₹1.76 trillion in December 2024. While the figure marked a 7.3% increase from the same period...
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2024: A Year of Resilience and Challenges for Indian MSMEs

December 31, 2024

Indian Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) experienced a transformative yet challenging 2024. While progress was evident in job creation and formalization, the sector grappled with inflationary pressures, credit constraints,...
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GST Council’s Popcorn Tax Decision Sparks Backlash and Meme Fest

December 30, 2024

The recent decision by the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council to tax popcorn based on its sugar and spice content has triggered widespread criticism, humor, and debate. The move...
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FSSAI Issues Advisory to E-Commerce Food Operators to Ensure Consumer Protection

December 30, 2024

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued comprehensive directives to E-commerce Food Business Operators (FBOs), including platforms like Swiggy, Zomato, and Big Basket. These guidelines aim...
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FSSAI Mandates Quarterly Reporting of Expired and Rejected Food Items

December 28, 2024

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced a directive requiring licensed food manufacturers, importers, repackers, and relabellers to submit quarterly reports on expired and rejected food...
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Kozhikode MSME Fest 2024: Showcasing Local Enterprise and Culture

December 27, 2024

The Kozhikode MSME Fest 2024, organized by the District Industries Centre, is underway at Aspin Courtyard, Beach Road, Kozhikode, from December 27 to 31. Diverse Range of Products Over 60...
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Jammu & Kashmir Strategizes Implementation of RAMP Scheme to Boost MSMEs

December 26, 2024

On December 26, 2024, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo convened a meeting with the Industries & Commerce (I&C) Department to assess the implementation plan for the Government of India's Raising and...

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