56th GST Council Meeting Updates & Stock Market LIVE: FMCG, healthcare, infra, small autos, farm & renewable infra, tobacco and alcohol stocks will remain in focus today.

PHDCCI welcomed cuts on toiletries, packaged foods, and utensils, while the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry said rectification of GST inversion in the MMF value chain will release working capital and benefit thousands of MSMEs.

GST Council, led by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has approved a sharp overhaul of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure

Analysts believe the changes will not only revive consumer sentiment but also strengthen industry confidence, with key sectors like FMCG, auto, cement, and insurance positioned to benefit. 

India's unincorporated sector saw a slight dip in employment during April-June 2025, falling to 12.9 crore from 13.1 crore in the previous quarter, despite an increase in the number of enterprises. The decline was linked to fewer hired ...more

Zomato and Swiggy have increased their platform fees by 20%-25% during the festive season, impacting consumers' wallets. Zomato's platform fee is now Rs 12 per order, while Swiggy's is Rs 15. Previously, these charges were Rs 10 and Rs ...more

Urban Company's IPO is launching next week. Sebi has approved the proposal for the public float. The IPO will open between September 10 and 12. It includes a fresh issue and an offer for sale by existing investors. The price band is fix ...more

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has pledged government support to Indian exporters facing high US tariffs, emphasizing a commitment to safeguarding their interests amidst global trade shifts. He urged exporters to enhance product quality ...more

India's services sector experienced a significant surge in August, reaching a 15-year high driven by robust new orders and output. Export growth soared, boosting business confidence to a five-month peak. Efficiency gains and strong dema ...more

Fujifilm Electronic Materials is considering establishing a factory in India, encouraged by the nation's growing semiconductor ecosystem and skilled workforce. The company is exploring various investment options, including direct produc ...more

PM Narendra Modi hailed the GST reform, saying it will benefit farmers, MSMEs, traders, and the middle class, while giving a strong boost to the economy.