GST Rate Revision FAQs, Detailing Indian Breads, Milk, Paneer, Honey, Agricultural Machinery & Personal Care Items

The 56th meeting of the GST Council in New Delhi has approved a wide set of tax rate changes across goods and services. Most of these revisions will take effect from 22 September 2025, while specific items such as cigarettes, zarda, unmanufactured tobacco and beedis will shift later, once cess liabilities are settled. To help businesses, taxpayers and consumers, here are the key FAQs released after the meeting.