The issue was whether CBDT monetary limits barred the revenue appeal. The Court held that organised tax evasion and accommodation entry cases are carved out exceptions, defeating the low tax effect argument.
The 2025 regulations overhaul how Global In-House Centres can be set up and operated in IFSCs, replacing the 2020 regime. They clarify eligibility, services, compliance, and regulatory oversight to strengthen IFSCs as global financial hubs.
The High Court held that further recovery should be halted where a rectification application against a GST order is pending and substantial tax has already been recovered. The adjudicating authority was directed to decide rectification within a fixed timeframe.
The High Court held that the appellate authority failed to consider material documents placed on record while rejecting a GST appeal. The matter was remanded for fresh decision after proper evaluation of evidence.
The High Court held that delay caused by illness of a partner should have been condoned where the fact was not disputed. The appellate authority’s dismissal of the GST appeal on limitation alone was set aside.
The dispute involved taxing a foreign investment as unexplained income. The Tribunal clarified that Section 69 applies only where investments are not recorded in books or the source remains unexplained.
Bogus Donation Claims Detected—Opportunity Given to Fix Returns: Analytics spotted questionable donation deductions and other exemptions. Taxpayers can revise returns to regularize claims and reduce follow-up enquiries.
The Delhi High Court held that a withholding tax certificate cannot stand once the ITAT sets aside the finding of a dependent agent PE. Since the Revenue relied solely on quashed assessment orders, the 8.75% TDS was invalid.
The Delhi High Court held that expiry of 120 days under Section 132B does not trigger automatic release of seized assets. The only consequence of delay is interest liability, reaffirming that AO’s satisfaction is essential.
The regulator relaxed KMP eligibility, expanded experience criteria, and allowed flexible PPM extensions. The move aims to reduce operational hurdles while protecting investors.
