Analysts say the cuts in consumer taxes is aimed at boosting demand in the wake of 50% tariffs on Indian goods.

India has to grapple with steep U.S. tariffs, but improving domestic consumption is expected to ease their impact, according to analysts.

Analysts say the cuts in consumer taxes is aimed at boosting demand in the wake of 50% tariffs on Indian goods.

In the face of global headwinds, India has slashed consumption taxes on hundreds of everyday items.

India's GST, which was criticized in the past for being complicated, was simplified to a two-rate structure of 5% and 18%, instead of the current four slabs.