India, July 1 -- India completed nine years of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on July 1, 2026. Introduced as one of the country's biggest tax reforms, GST replaced several indirect taxes levied by the Centre and states with a single tax system. The main aim was to make taxation simpler, reduce the burden of multiple taxes, improve compliance, and create one common market across the country.

GST was launched on July 1, 2017, after years of discussions between the Centre and states. Since then, the system has gone through several changes, including rate revisions, technology upgrades, and stricter compliance measures. Over the years, businesses have become more familiar with the GST system, while digital filing and e-invoicing have helpe...