October’s gross GST collections prolonged India’s momentum, exceeding ₹1.8 lakh crore for the tenth consecutive month and underscoring robust consumption and compliance gains. According to market desks tracking fiscal prints, the streak reflects steady domestic demand, digital invoicing discipline, and improved tax administration, even as H1 FY26 tax revenue growth reportedly slowed to 2.8%. Policy watchers note the durability of indirect tax receipts is cushioning budget math amid global uncertainty and oil volatility. With festive-season tailwinds and quarterly return cycles ahead, strategists expect monthly GST to remain elevated, helping states and the Centre plan capex and cash flows more predictably.