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GST 2.0 to Make Zomato, Swiggy Orders Costlier; Direct Restaurant Deliveries Gain Edge

New GST rules impose an 18% tax on delivery charges, raising food costs on aggregator apps while giving Domino’s and direct orders an advantage. Food delivery via apps such as Zomato, Swiggy, and Blinkit will soon become more expensive. Beginning September 22, 2025, these platforms shall charge 18% GST on…

byKhushi SikarwarSep 8, 2025Sep 8, 2025

India

Government Slashes GST on Essentials, Retains High Tax on Luxury and Sin Goods

Major GST Overhaul to Take Effect From September 22, Ahead of Festive Season The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has announced a sweeping reform of the indirect tax regime, simplifying the existing four-slab structure into two primary rates—5% and 18%—with an additional 40% slab for luxury and sin goods.…

byKhushi SikarwarSep 4, 2025Sep 4, 2025