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Punjab records 14.59% growth in GST collections in May

Reaffirming Punjab’s strong fiscal performance, Finance, Excise and Taxation Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema announced on Monday that the state recorded a robust 14.59 per cent growth in Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections during May 2026.

EY-FICCI Report Calls for GST Reduction to 9% for Premium Stays

The report also identifies key structural challenges constraining India's global competitiveness — fragmented state-led branding, limited global marketing outreach, lack of experience-led packaging, and ease-of-travel barriers including connectivity and visa processes.

Conspiracy to benefit international lobby: Amit Mitra

Mr Mitra, while opposing the Union Budget alleged that the Union government has announced 100 per cent FDI (foreign direct investment) in insurance sector but simultaneously it has not stopped collecting 18 per cent GST.

Time to take a pop at GST absurdities

The GST Council (Goods and Service Tax) recently announced a bewildering array of extra tax rates for popcorn, sparking an understandable backlash among economists, businesses, and consumers alike.