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GST arrest powers may be removed? Council to discuss decriminalisation on Wednesday; law change likely in Winter Session

· 4 October 2026 · 2 min read
GST arrest powers may be removed? Council to discuss decriminalisation on Wednesday; law change likely in Winter Session

Mint has reported a new India-focused economy development: “GST arrest powers may be removed? Council to discuss decriminalisation on Wednesday; law change likely in Winter Session.” The publisher's feed describes the story as follows: GST enforcement could see a major shift as the Centre and states weigh changes to arrest powers under the indirect tax regime. The proposal comes amid concerns over how these provisions have been used against businesses. Here’s what could change and what it means

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