excise duty News

Maharashtra's Hospitality Sector Strikes Back: Bars and Permit Rooms to Close in Protest Against 'Draconian' Tax Hikes

Maharashtra's hospitality sector, including over 20,000 bars and permit rooms, will shut down on July 14 to protest against steep tax hikes by the state government, threatening the...

Government Announces Hike in LPG Prices and Excise Duties on Petrol and Diesel, Impacting Millions

The Indian government has increased LPG prices for all categories, including subsidized Ujjwala scheme refills, and raised excise duties on petrol and diesel. This adjustment aims ...

CII Advocates for Fuel Excise Duty Reduction to Stimulate Economic Growth

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) proposes reducing excise duty on fuel and personal income tax rates to stimulate economic growth, address inflation, and enhance consumpt...

CII Proposes Excise Duty Cuts and Consumption Vouchers in 2025-26 Budget to Fuel Demand

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) proposes lowering excise duty on fuel and introducing consumption vouchers in the 2025-26 budget to boost consumption, reduce inflation, ...