New Delhi, March 20 -- The finance ministry on Tuesday reported 19% annualised increase in gross direct tax collections to Rs.22.27 lakh crore in 2023-24 (up to March 17) with an almost 20% jump in net revenue to Rs.18.90 lakh crore after paying Rs.3.37 lakh crore refunds, signifying robustness of the economy and enhanced compliance....