Kerala’s Excise Minister M.B. Rajesh has reiterated the state’s strong opposition to deep-sea mining, emphasizing concerns over its environmental and economic impact. Despite repeated objections from Kerala, the central government has moved forward with amendments to facilitate offshore mineral extraction, sparking outrage among environmentalists and the fishing community. Critics warn that deep-sea mining could disrupt Read More…
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Kerala Losing Over ₹100 Crore in GST Revenue Annually Due to Spirit Imports: Excise Minister M.B. Rajesh
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala is facing an annual GST revenue loss of over ₹100 crore due to the import of spirit, according to Excise Minister M.B. Rajesh. The Minister revealed that in 2024 alone, four major petroleum companies imported 30.26 crore litres of ethanol into the state, significantly impacting Kerala’s tax revenue. The import of spirit, particularly Read More…