India's GST Revenue Hits Record ₹2.42 Lakh Crore in April

India’s GST Revenue Hits Record ₹2.42 Lakh Crore in April

India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections climbed to a record ₹2.42 lakh crore in April, marking an 8.7% year-on-year increase despite the absence of cess collections and a challenging macroeconomic environment. The Finance Ministry reported that the surge was primarily fueled by robust domestic consumption and a significant uptick in import revenues, signaling resilient…

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India's Direct Tax Growth Moderates to 5% in FY26 as Economic Momentum Shifts

India’s Direct Tax Growth Moderates to 5% in FY26 as Economic Momentum Shifts

Fiscal Performance Amid Economic Cooling India’s direct tax collections reached ₹23.4 lakh crore in the 2026 fiscal year, marking a modest 5% year-on-year increase that narrowly surpassed government budget estimates. This performance, announced by finance officials in New Delhi this week, highlights a transition from the double-digit post-pandemic surges to a more measured, compliance-driven revenue…

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India’s GST Revenue Surges to Record ₹2.42 Lakh Crore in April

India’s GST Revenue Surges to Record ₹2.42 Lakh Crore in April

India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections climbed to a record high of ₹2.42 lakh crore in April, marking an 8.7% year-on-year increase. This robust performance, achieved despite the absence of specific cess collections and a challenging macroeconomic climate, underscores the resilience of the nation’s domestic consumption and import sectors. Understanding the GST Landscape The…

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