PM lauds GST push

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the Goods and Services Tax (GST) has emerged asa “historic reform’ that eased burdens on both families and businesses.

- FPJ News Service

“A shirt costing Rs 1,000 was taxed at Rs 117 before 2014. Today, it attracts just Rs 35,” he noted, adding that most essential goods now carry only 5 per cent tax, directly benefiting farmers, labourers, and consumers.

Inaugurating the third edition of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida, the Prime Minister called it a milestone in India’s journey towards self-reliance.