This blog post provides a comprehensive overview of India's GST 2.0, implemented on September 22, 2025. It details the key features, including the reduction of tax slabs to 5% and 18% (with a new 40% for luxury/sin goods), lower taxes on essential goods, durables, and automobiles, and increased prices for luxury items. The article identifies beneficiaries like everyday households, the middle class, farmers, healthcare consumers, and MSMEs. It also addresses potential challenges such as revenue shortfall, price pass-through issues, and transition headaches for businesses. Finally, it outlines expected economic ripples and crucial factors to monitor for the reform's success, concluding that GST 2.0 is a bold step towards simplifying life for millions. An appendix with sample MRP comparisons is also included.

In 2025, NRIs receiving dividend income from Indian companies face a flat 20% tax plus surcharge and cess, deducted at source. With the abolition of Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT), the tax burden now lies with investors. However, NRIs can lower this liability using DTAA benefits, proper documentation, and strategic tax planning. This blog breaks down dividend tax rules, TDS rates, refund claims, and smart investment strategies to help NRIs make the most of their India growth story.

Through improved loan availability, tax breaks, digital transformation, and export promotion, the Union Budget 2025 has implemented a number of initiatives to support India's MSME sector. The introduction of Digital MSME India, the expansion of the PLI program, the reduction of GST compliance requirements, and a ₹50,000 crore investment in the CGTMSE are some of the major projects. Discover how these reforms will empower small firms and spur their expansion by reading on.