GST new rates: High-end electric vehicles likely to attract 18% to 28% GST

According to the proposals, GST on four-wheeled EVs priced between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 40 lakh will be raised from 5% to 18%, while EVs costing more than Rs 40 lakh will face a jump from 5% to 28%. Only electric buses will continue to enjoy the existing 5% concessional rate. The GoM argued…

Defence funds are exploding with 60% gains — too late to invest or just the beginning?

Defence mutual funds have emerged as the hottest theme on BSE and NSE, delivering up to 60% returns in just three months. Backed by record defence exports, strong government orders, and rising geopolitical tensions, investors’ interests have soared.   With strong government backing and escalating geopolitical tensions, India’s defence sector has emerged as a standout…

April-February fiscal deficit lower at Rs 13.5 lakh crore, capex spending also slower at 80% of FY25 target

India’s capex lagged at Rs 8.1 lakh crore, and with a month to go, Centre may have to spend Rs 2.1 lakh crore in March to reach the Budget target of Rs 10.2 lakh crore for FY25. Fiscal deficit numbers for February Centre’s fiscal deficit between April and February has come in at Rs 13.5 lakh crore,…