A major overhaul of the goods and services tax (GST) system came into effect on Sept. 22.
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- India’s GST slabs were cut to 5% and 18%, effective from September 22
- Wholesale inflation narrowed in November due to improved food prices
- Union Budget included historic simultaneous cuts in GST and income tax
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