Indian Economy and Business: October GST Collections Surge, New Financial Rules Kick In, and $30 Trillion Economy Goal Reiterated
November 02, 2025
India's economy is showing robust signs of growth and reform as November begins. Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections for October surged by 5% year-on-year, driven by strong festive season spending, signaling renewed consumption momentum. Simultaneously, several significant financial regulations came into effect on November 1, impacting banking, Aadhaar, and GST structures. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal reiterated India's ambition to become a $30 trillion economy within the next 20-25 years, a projection supported by strong Q1 FY26 GDP growth and IMF forecasts.
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