PIB says GST on e-commerce delivery services cut to 5%
In short
The Press Information Bureau said GST on e-commerce delivery services was cut from 18% to 5%. This came after rumors online said a new tax had been added.
The lower tax could matter for delivery firms and customers, but the report does not say when it starts or exactly who will be affected.
What the reporting says
The Press Information Bureau said GST on e-commerce delivery services was lowered from 18% to 5%, after social-media speculation that a new tax had been introduced. The clarification says the change came from the 57th GST Council meeting recommendations and was meant to standardize the tax structure. The report does not say when the change takes effect or which delivery providers are directly affected.
Why it matters
The Press Information Bureau clarified that GST on e-commerce delivery services was reduced from 18% to 5%, following recommendations from the 57th GST Council meeting. This matters for delivery platforms, merchants, and users because it changes the tax burden on the service. The reporting does not confirm implementation timing, compliance details, or the full set of services covered.