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The article provides a snapshot of three different topics. Firstly, it mentions that the GST Council in India has decided to lower the taxes on namkeens and extruded/expanded savoury food products from 18% to 12%. Secondly, it introduces BhuMeet, a SaaS platform that connects drone service providers with farmers in India, aiming to revolutionize agricultural spraying and surveying operations. Lastly, it highlights an awareness program conducted by the FDA Mumbai office for food business operators (FBOs) in Mumbai, providing instructions and guidance for the festival season. [Extracted from the article]

The GST Council has decided to reduce the tax rate on namkeens and extruded savoury products from 18% to 12%. This decision was made during the 54th meeting of the council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The reduced tax rate will apply to products falling under HS 1905 90 30, which includes extruded or expanded savoury or salted products. The aim of this decision is to bring these products in line with namkeens, bhujia, mixture, chabena, and similar edible preparations that are ready for consumption and classified under HS 2106 90. [Extracted from the article]