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GST collections remain strong, but faster import growth needs watching: Tax experts

1 source · first seen 17:45 1 Oct · updated 17:45 1 Oct

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  • GST collections rose to Rs 2.04 lakh crore in September
  • Experts flagged the wide gap in tax revenue from imports as import growth accelerated
  • GST and import trends inform outlooks for Indian consumption, trade and fiscal receipts

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Economic TimesGST collections remain strong, but faster import growth needs watching: Tax experts17:45