Government introduces GST Bill in Rajya Sabha amid ruckus

Last Updated: Tuesday, August 11, 2015, 16:10

Amid ruckus by opposition members in the Rajya Sabha, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Tuesday introduced a constitutional amendment bill to enable implementation of goods and services tax (GST) in the country.

Govt clears GST amendments, states to be compensated for 5 years

Last Updated: Wednesday, July 29, 2015, 20:55

The Cabinet decided that the modalities for levy of 1 percent tax over and above the GST rate by states as well as the 'band' rate would be finalised while framing the rules, sources said.

Cabinet approves amendments to GST Bill

Last Updated: Wednesday, July 29, 2015, 20:27

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved amendments as proposed by Rajya Sabha Select Panel on GST Constitution Amendment Bill.

Indian businesses turn sceptical on PM Modi's landmark tax reform

Last Updated: Thursday, July 2, 2015, 09:27

Companies are equally worried that the reform does not extend to real estate, one of the biggest revenue generators for the states, leaving them still subject to state taxes on plant and property, possibly including machinery.

Obama's $4 trillion budget: Higher US spending, tax hike for rich

Last Updated: Tuesday, February 3, 2015, 10:32

President Barack Obama`s 2016 budget unveiled Monday sets priorities for the middle class and proposes major infrastructure improvements, to be paid for largely through increased contributions by the wealthy and corporate America.

FinMin to set up expert group on common tax code

Last Updated: Tuesday, March 20, 2012, 22:22

The Finance Ministry will set up a study group to see the feasibility of common tax code for goods and services as it moves towards introducing India's major indirect tax reform.

FinMin to set up expert group on common tax code

Last Updated: Tuesday, March 20, 2012, 22:22

The Finance Ministry will set up a study group to see the feasibility of common tax code for goods and services as it moves towards introducing India's major indirect tax reform.

US corporations gear up for major tax battle

Last Updated: Saturday, December 24, 2011, 18:08

Huge US corporations are forming lobbying groups to try to influence what could become the hottest congressional debate over comprehensive tax reform in a generation.