
GST 2.0 in action: How govt is making Diwali savings real for consumers
Published on: Sept. 21, 2025, 10:55 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
The government's GST 2.0 reform, effective September 22, slashes rates on numerous goods and services, aiming to boost consumer spending before Diwali. Staples, personal care items, and big-ticket durables see reduced taxes, while health insurance premiums are now exempt.