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Union ministers meet over Karnataka's mining tax and its economic repercussions

The article from MSN discusses a recent meeting of Union Ministers in India to address the economic implications of Karnataka's new mining tax. Karnataka, a state rich in mineral resources, has imposed a new tax on mining activities, which has sparked concerns among industry stakeholders about its potential to deter investments and affect the state's economic growth. The tax, aimed at increasing revenue for the state, has instead raised fears of reduced mining operations, job losses, and a shift of mining companies to other states with more favorable tax regimes. The meeting focused on finding a balance between state revenue generation and maintaining a conducive environment for the mining industry, with discussions on possibly revising the tax structure to mitigate adverse economic effects while still benefiting from the state's mineral wealth.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-in/politics/government/union-ministers-meet-over-karnataka-s-mining-tax-and-its-economic-repercussions/ar-BB1r9Q5h ]