Author: Ayesha Kapoor
India Cuts Gratuity Eligibility to One Year in Historic Labor Overhaul
India's Ministry of Labour and Employment slashed gratuity eligibility from five to one year on November 21, 2025, benefiting 500 million workers. Gig workers, women, and migrants now gain tax-free payouts, health insurance, and legal protections under landmark Labour Codes.
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iPhone prices in India: GST unchanged while rupee and customs shape Apple’s 2025 pricing
No, GST didn’t lift iPhone prices. The 18% rate on smartphones stays. Any higher launch tags in 2025 are more likely due to a weaker rupee and import duties, not tax changes. Here’s how the math works, how much a new iPhone could cost, and why demand is still surging even as prices inch up.
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