New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) The government has asked some major e-commerce companies to explain why prices of certain products were raised even after the recent cuts in the goods and services tax (GST).

The new GST regime, which came into effect on September 22, simplified the previous multi-tier structure into two main slabs of 5 per cent and 18 per cent.

The overhaul aims to reduce the tax burden and bring down prices for consumers.

According to reports, one e-commerce platform had advertised higher prices following the GST rate cuts, citing a technical glitch.

The company later corrected the prices. Officials said the government is reviewing the prices of over 50 products, with field teams across the country monitoring compliance.

Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare recently said t

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