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Union Budget: Machine brewed cuppa may get dearer

Your cup of vending machine coffee at cafes, office pantries and commercial beverage counters could soon get more expensive, with the Budget withdrawing existing concessions on imported coffee roasting, brewing and vending machines.Equipment importers said the duty change follows currency-related pressures. “Basic customs duty on these machines is 10%, and with the exemption it was…

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New GST rates take effect today: Full list of items with updated GST rates; what is cheaper & dearer after GST rate changes? Check now!

New GST rates 2025: Full List (AI image) New GST rates 2025 full list effective today: In a big cheer at the start of the festive season, the next generation GST reforms announced by the Modi government come into effect today, on September 22, 2025. From today, a plethora of household items, cars, TVs, bikes…

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