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International Business Times
International Business Times
Business
Marvie Basilan

India Reviewing Crypto Stance Amid Shifting Global Views: Senior Official

India has stringent crypto policies and also didn't change its crypto taxation guidelines as per the Union Budget 2025. (Credit: Traxer/Unsplash)

KEY POINTS

  • The Indian government is reviewing a discussion paper on crypto, said India's Economic Affairs Secretary
  • India's Union Budget 2025 did not mention any reductions in taxes on cryptocurrencies
  • The exploit of Indian exchange giant WazirX in mid-2024 wiped out a staggering $230 million

The Indian government is reviewing its views on cryptocurrencies, given the apparent shift in global positions regarding the emerging industry, a senior official revealed Sunday.

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