The Government clarified that GST delays attract fees, not penalties. Late fee collections remained under ₹2,000 crore annually in recent years.
The Government said STT rate changes are reviewed annually during the Budget. No decision on increasing STT has been taken yet.
The Government outlined a phased reduction in corporate tax rates with parallel withdrawal of exemptions. The key takeaway is a shift towards lower rates with fewer incentives.
The Government confirmed that no sector-wise assessment of GST rate reductions has been conducted. Expected benefits are inferred from broader economic indicators rather than formal studies.
The Government detailed existing concessional and zero GST rates on assistive aids. Any further relief depends on GST Council approval.
The exchange has proposed replacing PDF-based QIP filings with a structured XBRL framework. The move aims to standardise disclosures and improve regulatory monitoring efficiency.
The amendment permits associated enterprises affected by an APA to file or modify returns. This enables proper tax adjustment and refund claims aligned with the agreement.
Foreign companies procuring data centre services in India can claim income-tax exemption up to 2047. The relief is conditional on using Indian-owned, government-notified data centres and Indian resellers.
The Finance Bill, 2026 allows tax deduction for exploration expenses on newly notified critical minerals. The move incentivises investment in mineral prospecting under section 51.
Foreign companies providing machinery or tooling to Indian contract manufacturers can claim income-tax exemption. The move supports electronics manufacturing in customs bonded zones.
