Budget to usher in minimum corporate tax rule under ‘Pillar-2’

Budget to usher in minimum corporate tax rule under ‘Pillar-2’

The Central government is likely to announce India’s adoption of “Pillar-2” tax regime anchored by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) in the coming Budget, as part of the country’s efforts to support and benefit from the global system combating tax avoidance.The Finance Bill, 2024, passed after the interim Budget presentation, will be … Read more

7 facts about Americans and taxes

7 facts about Americans and taxes

A tax preparer in Miami discusses finances with a customer completing her tax return on April 17, 2023.

Rising fuel costs hit consumers

Rising fuel costs hit consumers

The government’s termination of the zero tax rate on motor oil and petrol has led to an increase in fuel prices by 8.3 cents/litre, affecting citizens’ transportation and the retail sector. A green tax is expected to be imposed in October-November, further increasing fuel prices. The international Brent price is currently around per barrel, indicating that prices are unlikely to decrease soon. The average price of unleaded petrol in the EU-19 as of March 25 was €1,813.10, showing an increase of 1.05% from the previous week.