IRF president emeritus urges tax reforms to boost research and innovation
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Summary
Kapila flags anomalies in taxation of helmets and stethoscopes versus cricket in letter to PM
Key Facts
Type Research
Source BusinessLine - Economy
Published Monday, 15 June 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
R&D spending: 0.7% of GDP
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right