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Retracted Third-Party Statement Alone Insufficient for Section 68 Addition: ITAT Mumbai

February 5, 2026 1560 Views 0 comment Print

The ruling addressed conflicts between documentary proof of loans and third-party allegations of accommodation entries. The Tribunal held that unsupported allegations cannot override evidence establishing genuine loan transactions.

SEBI Mandates Notice Before Sale of Pledged Securities

February 5, 2026 669 Views 0 comment Print

SEBI has mandated additional safeguards in the depository pledge framework. The new rules ensure reasonable notice to pledgers and greater transparency during pledge invocation.

Madras HC Sets Aside Time-Bar Rejection of GST Appeal Filed Under Court Liberty; Orders Bank Account De-freezing

February 5, 2026 372 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court held that an appeal filed pursuant to its earlier order could not be dismissed on limitation. The rejection was set aside and the matter was remanded for fresh consideration.

J&K&L HC Sets Aside GST Orders by Consent, Grants Fresh Hearing on 10% Deposit

February 5, 2026 300 Views 0 comment Print

The High Courtquashed a best judgment assessment and related appellate order after finding consensus on denial of hearing. The matter was remanded for fresh adjudication with a speaking order, subject to a 10% pre-deposit.

Calcutta HC Quashes GST Order for Ignoring GSTR-3B & GSTR-9 Data on ITC Reversal

February 5, 2026 612 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court quashed both adjudication and appellate orders after finding that GST return data was not examined. The matter was remanded for fresh decision with opportunity of hearing.

GST Assessment Writ Dismissed for Delay; Portal Service Held Valid Despite Registration Cancellation: AP HC

February 5, 2026 2931 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court refused to entertain a writ petition filed long after the assessment order. Delay could not be justified on the plea of inability to access the GST portal.

Rajasthan HC Dismisses Writ in ₹5.45 Cr GST Demand Case Over Alternate Remedy

February 5, 2026 2646 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court declined to entertain writ petitions challenging an ex parte GST order, holding that an effective statutory appeal was available. The ruling reinforces that writ jurisdiction should not be invoked when alternative remedies exist.

AP HC Quashed GST Assessment Order for Non-Compliance with Signature Requirement

February 5, 2026 432 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court set aside a GST assessment order after finding it was issued without the assessing officer’s signature. An unsigned order was held to be legally invalid.

Excess Income Tax Refund Set-Off Against Disputed Penalty Impermissible: Bombay HC

February 5, 2026 1797 Views 0 comment Print

The Court held that adjusting refunds beyond 20% of a disputed penalty during a pending appeal violates CBDT instructions and ordered refund of the excess amount.

Madras HC Quashed Customs Authority’s Objection on F-Card Jurisdiction for Lack of Legal Basis

February 5, 2026 294 Views 0 comment Print

The court held that restricting an F-card holder to a single customs jurisdiction lacked legal authority and set aside the objection, while requiring compliance with other listed deficiencies.

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