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3 ArticlesUpdated Sep 11, 2026

GST 2.0 Goes Live: Simplified Two-Slab Structure Cheers Households and Small Business

The next-generation Goods and Services Tax framework took effect this week, collapsing multiple rates into a cleaner structure the government says will cut prices on everyday essentials and ease compliance for MSMEs.

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RBI Holds Repo Rate, Lifts Growth Outlook as Inflation Stays Benign

The Monetary Policy Committee kept the policy rate unchanged for a fourth straight meeting and nudged up its GDP forecast, citing resilient demand, easing food prices and a stable rupee.

Sep 10, 2026 · 4 min read

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India–EU Free Trade Agreement Clears Ratification, Set to Boost Exports

A landmark trade pact between India and the European Union has cleared its final ratification hurdle, promising lower tariffs across textiles, autos, pharma and services once it enters into force.

Sep 9, 2026 · 4 min read