<h1>Finance Minister Announces COVID Emergency Credit Facility for All Companies, Not Just MSMEs; Industry Input on SEBI Sought.</h1> The COVID Emergency Credit Facility extends to all companies, not just MSMEs, as stated by the Finance Minister. Addressing FICCI members, she assured government support for businesses and economic revival, emphasizing liquidity availability and resolving departmental dues issues. The government may extend the deadline for the 15% corporate tax rate on new investments. The Finance Minister invited industry recommendations on corporate affairs and SEBI deadlines. GST rate reductions will be considered by the Council, focusing on revenue needs. The Finance Secretary noted that Rs. 35,000 crore in corporate income tax refunds have been issued recently.