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ITC Denied for Late Returns Set Aside After Statutory Amendment: Madras HC

January 21, 2026 546 Views 0 comment Print

The court held that ITC cannot be denied solely due to delayed return filing when statutory amendments retrospectively permit such credit. The matter was remitted for fresh consideration on merits.

Chhattisgarh HC Denies Bail in Coal Levy Scam Citing Prima Facie Role & Seriousness of Offence

January 21, 2026 144 Views 0 comment Print

The Court declined bail after finding prima facie material showing active involvement in an alleged illegal coal levy network. The ruling underscores a stricter approach to bail in serious economic offences.

Income Tax Appeal Delay Condoned Due to Counsel Negligence Shown Through WhatsApp Chats

January 21, 2026 600 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal held that documented WhatsApp communications established counsel’s negligence and the assessee’s due diligence, justifying condonation of delay. The matter was restored for fresh adjudication to ensure substantial justice.

Allahabad HC Disposed Writ as GST Appellate Tribunal Becomes Functional

January 21, 2026 189 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court closed the writ petition after noting that the GST Appellate Tribunal had been constituted and was operational. Taxpayers were allowed to file statutory appeals without limitation objections.

AP HC Quashed GST Best Judgment Assessments for Belated Return Filing

January 21, 2026 363 Views 0 comment Print

The Court held that assessment orders under Section 62 stand deemed withdrawn where returns and dues are filed within extended timelines. Delays were condoned, subject to payment of interest and late fees.

GST ITC Denial Set Aside Due to Section 16(5) Amendment – Fresh Order Directed

January 21, 2026 246 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court quashed denial of ITC for FY 2019–20 made under Section 16(4). Authorities were directed to reconsider the claim in light of Section 16(5) after granting a hearing.

Parallel Income Tax Proceedings Barred After Insolvency Resolution Approval: ITAT Delhi

January 21, 2026 120 Views 0 comment Print

The ITAT held that once a resolution plan is approved under the IBC, income-tax proceedings cannot continue. Revenue appeals challenging deletion of additions were dismissed.

Paid GST, But in Wrong Column? High Court Says “Relax, That’s Not Tax Evasion”

January 21, 2026 843 Views 0 comment Print

The court held that paying CGST/SGST instead of IGST does not amount to tax evasion. Authorities cannot raise fresh demands when tax is already deposited.

Section 74 GST SCN Only States Figures Without Fraud/Suppression Allegation: SC Grants Stay

January 21, 2026 4821 Views 2 comments Print

The Court held that Section 74 SCNs lacking factual narration of fraud or suppression are deficient. The key takeaway is that numbers alone cannot justify penal proceedings.

RPTs Compliance Under Companies Act 2013 (Sec 188) & SEBI LODR (Reg 23)

January 21, 2026 756 Views 0 comment Print

Related Party Transactions (Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013 & Regulation 23 of SEBI (LODR), 2015 – Updated till 2025) Summary: Related Party Transactions (RPTs) in India are primarily governed by Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 23 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, with updated compliance norms applicable till 2025. A […]

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