Author: Jayendra Gaonkar, GST Practitioner & Tax Consultant

Jayendra Gaonkar is an enrolled GST Practitioner (Enrollment No: 302200000778GPV) and Tax Consultant with over 14 years of experience in Indian Taxation. Based in Goa, he specializes in GST compliance, Central Excise, and Income Tax advisory. Through GST India News, Jayendra provides simplified, real-time tax updates to help businesses and professionals stay compliant with the latest CBIC notifications. Beyond GST, I also track Indian market trends and international business developments to provide a 360-degree view of the financial landscape.
Notificatin No. 13-2025–Central Tax 17.09.2025 analysis

GST Update: Key Changes in Notification No. 13/2025-Central Tax and Their Impact

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The Ministry of Finance has issued Notification No. 13/2025-Central Tax dated 17th September 2025, introducing the Third Amendment to the CGST Rules, 2017. This notification brings a series of procedural and structural changes aimed at streamlining compliance, enhancing transparency, and improving the efficiency of GST administration. Let’s break down the major updates, compare them with […]

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📘 GSTR-9 & 9C Changes With Annual Return Checklist in 2025

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GSTR-9 is the annual return filed by regular taxpayers under GST. The 2025 amendment introduces significant enhancements to improve transparency and reconciliation of Input Tax Credit (ITC). 🔧 Structural Changes 📊 Impact 📗 GSTR-9C: Reconciliation Statement – Key Updates GSTR-9C is a reconciliation statement between audited financials and GSTR-9, applicable to taxpayers above a turnover […]

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GST Council 56th Meeting Notifications – Latest GST Changes

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The Ministry of Finance has issued FAQs-3 after the 56th GST Council meeting held in New Delhi. These clarify GST rate changes, exemptions, cess updates, and special schemes. Below are the highlights with direct links to official notifications. 1. CGST Rate Changes on Goods Revised CGST rates on goods are notified through Notification No. 9/2025 […]

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New GST Rates on Agriculture & Dairy Products – Full List 2025

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The Next Gen GST Reforms announced in September 2025 are being hailed as a revolutionary step for Indian agriculture. With significant tax reductions across farm machinery, dairy, fisheries, and allied activities, these reforms are set to lower farming costs, boost farmer incomes, and promote sustainable practices. Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan called the […]

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New Car Prices After GST Cut – How Much Cheaper Cars and Bikes Will Be

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The GST Council Meeting 2025 has brought good news for automobile buyers. With the reduction in GST rates, new car prices after GST cut will now be more affordable for the common man. The GST on small cars and motorcycles with engine capacity up to 350cc, as well as buses, trucks, and ambulances, has been […]

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