New Delhi, Oct. 5 -- The Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime could see changes to its arrest provisions, with the GST Council expected to consider a proposal to decriminalise certain offences under the indirect tax framework at its upcoming meeting on October 7.

Centre, States Consulted Over GST Arrest Powers

The Centre and states have held consultations over the past eight to nine months on removing arrest provisions under GST. The proposal aims to address business concerns and improve the investment climate.

If approved by the GST Council, the move would require amendments to GST laws, which the Centre is expected to introduce during Parliament's Winter Session, reported Indian Express.

Under the proposed framework, cases involving ...