Himachal Pradesh increases VAT on diesel by ₹3/litre, cites huge losses due to heavy rains

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Himachal Pradesh increases VAT on diesel by ₹3/litre, cites huge losses due to heavy rains Himachal Pradesh government has increased the value added tax (VAT) on diesel by ₹3 per litre to ₹10.40 per litre to enhance revenue. The increase comes as the state is dealing with widespread damage caused by heavy rainfall.