GST, Popcorn

From 5% To 18%: Why Popcorn Is Taxed Under 3 Different GST Slabs? New Tax Rule Sparks Outrage
The GST hike on caramel popcorn to 18%, announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has sparked outrage due to the complex tax slabs for popcorn: 5%, 12%, and 18%. The debate centers on the distinction between salted (taxed as 'namkeen') and caramelised popcorn (taxed as 'mithai').
GST rate on popcorn: Govt issues FAQs to clear confusion over 5% vs 18% tax rate
The government has issued a set of answers to the most common questions surrounding GST on popcorn, including classification, varying rates, and whether popcorn prices will increase in theaters.
EXPLAINED | Understanding The GST Council’s New Popcorn Tax: What You Need To Know
The GST Council's popcorn tax classification for popcorn raises questions about ingredient-based taxation, sparking criticism from economists and consumers alike.
How to tax popcorn? India's formula sparks outrage against GST system
India's move to tax popcorn differently based on its sugar or spice content has drawn criticism from the opposition and sparked social media outrage, with two former government economic advisers questioning the tax system introduced in 2017.
‘Bit of a joke’: India’s popcorn tax sparks roasting of complex GST system
Social media users slam country’s excessive regulations and high taxation after government’s move to impose three-tier tax on popcorn.
Caramel Popcorn Tax: Nirmala Sitharaman Explains Why Government Levied Extra GST
Is this a case of sugar-coating taxes? India's GST Council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has surprised moviegoers and snack lovers by introducing different rates of Goods and Services Tax (GST) for popcorn.
Eat popcorn and sleep: Shashi Tharoor on GST council's tax formula for snack
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor mocked the GST Council's decision to impose varied popcorn tax slabs, sparking criticism of the system's complexity. Congress leaders called the move absurd, highlighting widespread GST evasion,
GST on popcorn: Varying rates may be difficult to implement, lead to classification disputes, say experts
T he humble popcorn is in the eye of a storm with the recent clarification by the Goods and Services Council that different ...
Black Popcorn Matters, how much GST on popcorn GIFs ...: Internet sees 'popcorn memes' fest after 18% GST announcement
The GST Council's 55th meeting clarified the tax rates on different types of popcorn based on their preparation methods.
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Popcorn sold in movie theatres to attract 5 pc GST
Popcorn, in loose form, sold in movie theatres will continue to attract GST at a 5 per cent rate, same as in restaurants, ...
Will popcorn get costly in movie theaters? Here's how much GST will be levied on popular snack
In the 55th meeting of the GST Council, a clarification was provided regarding the applicability of GST on popcorn. This ...
As 18% GST debate on caramel popcorn continues, a look at the popular snack’s history and evolution
While the debate regarding GST levied on different types of popcorn is ongoing, did you know that the snack has an ...
No GST hike on popcorn, will still attract 5% tax in theatres when served in loose form: Sources
The statement on popcorn was issued after request from Uttar Pradesh to clarify the classification and GST rate applicable on popcorn mixed with salt and spices, they added ...
Sizzling Popcorn Tax Or Policy Blunder? Cong Slams Govt For GST Complexity, Demands Overhaul
Congress has criticised the government for the growing complexity of the GST system and said differing tax rates on popcorn ...
Social media flooded with memes over 18 per cent GST on caramelised popcorn
Memes flooded the internet as the GST Council confirmed an 18 per cent tax on caramelised popcorn. Here are some of the most ...