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The recent recommendation by the GST Council to impose an 18% tax on caramel popcorn has sparked significant outrage among finance experts and consumers alike. Currently, the tax on plain salted popcorn is only 5%. Critics, including security analyst Sushant Sareen, argue

Popcorn Takes Center Stage in GST Controversy A surprising development from the GST Council has ignited a firestorm on social media. The council, led by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, recently announced that popcorn—specifically, ready-to-eat varieties mixed with salt and spices—will be charged

Significant Updates from GST Council Meeting The GST Council has chosen to postpone the proposal aimed at reducing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on delivery fees for food ordered through e-commerce platforms. This decision comes as a disappointment to the food

In a recent development, the GST Council has decided to postpone discussions regarding the reduction of tax rates on life and health insurance premiums, as revealed by officials to PTI. This decision came during their 55th meeting, where complex technical considerations necessitated

The political landscape is shifting dramatically as influential personalities like Elon Musk disrupt the usual order of governance. This week, a proposed bipartisan plan to fund the U.S. government faced significant pushback from conservative factions, highlighting the deepening divisions within the Republican