Tax policy

India gold demand drops off as buyers await new tax regime

Gold demand in Asia tapered off this week as buyers took to the sidelines in India to await a new national tax policy and as China entered a seasonal slowdown.

May 26, 2017, 17:46 PM IST

Govt to create permanent consultation mechanism to address investors' concerns: Jaitley

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday said land, labour and taxation are three areas where reforms are absolutely necessary.

Jun 24, 2015, 12:20 PM IST

Arun Jaitley vows to amend Land Act, promises non-aggressive tax policy

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Sunday promised a reasonable and rational tax policy, which will not be "ultra-aggressive" with tax payers, to make India a hub of low-cost manufacturing.

Nov 09, 2014, 15:15 PM IST

Tax policy will not be ultra-aggressive: Jaitley

He also said the government will amend the tough land acquisition law even if the opposition does not support as it looks to restore confidence in the economy.

Nov 09, 2014, 14:56 PM IST

Govt planning to bring down its stake in PSU banks to 52%: Arun Jaitley

Jaitley was speaking at India Global forum. Arun Jaitley opened the two-day India Global Forum meeting, beginning today in New Delhi.

Nov 09, 2014, 10:00 AM IST