<h1>Modi Announces GST Reforms to Ease Small Business Burden; Highlights Focus on Development and Marine Security Initiatives.</h1> Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced significant changes to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) to alleviate burdens on small and medium businesses, emphasizing a desire to avoid bureaucratic red tape. Modi highlighted that the GST Council's recent decisions, including easing tax filing for businesses and reducing rates on over two dozen items, were widely welcomed. He criticized past government approaches and emphasized his administration's focus on comprehensive development, including port-led initiatives and empowering fishermen. Modi also laid the foundation for a new bridge in Dwarka and announced plans for a Marine Police Training Institute, underscoring efforts to modernize marine security.