India's GST nine years on: Rate changes and unresolved compliance disputes

The Economic Times describes how India's Goods and Services Tax replaced 17 central and state taxes in 2017, then moved toward electronic compliance through e-way bills and phased e-invoicing. It says a 2025 overhaul reorganized the principal rates around 5% and 18%, with a special 40% rate for select products. Businesses still face classification disputes, refund concerns and administrative burdens.