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Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill 2025 with 35 amendments


Published on 2025-03-25 13:41:07 - cnbctv18
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  • Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlined changes aimed at tariff rationalisation and boosting domestic manufacturing while discussing the bill.

The Lok Sabha passed the Finance Bill 2025 with 35 amendments, including significant changes to tax rates and tariffs. Key amendments include the removal of tax benefits for debt mutual funds, the introduction of a new tax on online gaming, and adjustments to the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) rates. The bill also proposes changes to the customs and excise duty structures, aiming to simplify the tax regime and boost revenue. Additionally, there are provisions for a new cess on certain luxury items and adjustments to the income tax slabs to provide relief to the middle class. The amendments reflect the government's strategy to streamline fiscal policies and address economic challenges.

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