To ensure a smooth transition and transmission of rate reductions under the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the government is understood to be monitoring prices, especially those on e-commerce platforms.

According to sources, complaints of price hikes were reported for select items, following which the government has pulled up e-commerce operators. These have since been corrected. Advertisement

The new GST rates—primarily 5% and 18%—came into effect from September 22 and the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs has asked field formations to monitor the prices of 54 items over the next six months to ensure that they reflect the GST rate cuts.

These include everyday staples like butter, cheese, ghee, shampoo, toilet soap bar, face powder, crayons; medical and health-related items su

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