Published: Aug 16, 2022, 02:26 IST | Updated: Aug 16, 2022, 02:26 IST
The global energy crisis has led the German government to impose a new gas tax on households. The increased rates will be effective from October 1st and last till April 2024. Under the new levy, an average family of four is expected to pay almost $500 more per year and businesses will also be subjected to these new charges.