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Service Tax Demand Set Aside as BCCI Subsidies Treated as Grants, Not Consideration

March 27, 2026 2664 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved taxability of subsidies received from BCCI. The Tribunal held that such payments are grants-in-aid and not consideration for services. The takeaway is that grants for promotion of sports are not taxable.

₹25 Cr Cap Rejected as Non-Obstante Clause Does Not Override Interest Clause

March 27, 2026 222 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved whether a guarantee cap covered both principal and interest. The Tribunal held that default interest is a separate liability. The takeaway is that interest obligations can extend beyond capped principal liability.

No Duty Demand Where Tax Already Paid Despite Alleged Non-Supply of Goods

March 27, 2026 207 Views 0 comment Print

The case examined conflicting allegations of non-movement and diversion of goods. The Tribunal held that such inconsistency, along with prior duty payment, made the demand unsustainable.

U/s 80P claim closed, but cost of funds gets second chance: ITAT remands Sec 57 issue

March 27, 2026 147 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal held that deduction under Section 80P on bank interest cannot be re-examined once earlier order attained finality. The issue was restricted to allowing related expenses under Section 57.

Section 263 Invalid as Presumptive Section 44AD Taxation Requires No Books

March 27, 2026 624 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved revision of assessment where income was declared under Section 44AD. The Tribunal held that absence of books makes Section 68 inapplicable. The takeaway is that revision cannot be based on lack of records not required by law.

₹112 Cr Case – Section 10 Exemption Can’t Be Re-examined Without Hearing: ITAT Delhi

March 27, 2026 225 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved addition made without providing a hearing. The Tribunal held that once such action is invalid, further directions cannot be issued. The takeaway is that procedural violation nullifies subsequent directions.

Despatch Money Cannot Be Taxed as Port Service Due to Lack of Independent Activity

March 27, 2026 195 Views 0 comment Print

The case examined whether despatch money received for faster cargo unloading qualifies as taxable port service. The Tribunal held it is a contractual incentive linked to freight terms, not consideration for a service, and hence not taxable.

Deployment of staff falls under manpower supply, not cargo handling: CESTAT Allahabad

March 27, 2026 165 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved classification of services related to rake movement. The Tribunal held that deployment of staff falls under manpower supply, not cargo handling. The takeaway is that correct classification determines tax liability.

ITAT Hyderabad Dismissed Appeal as 2345-Day Delay Not Justified by Sufficient Cause

March 27, 2026 204 Views 0 comment Print

The case examined whether a 2345-day delay could be condoned based on reasons like miscommunication and financial hardship. The Tribunal held that vague explanations and negligence do not qualify as sufficient cause, leading to dismissal of appeals.

CSR Donations Allowed Under Section 80G Because No Express Legal Bar: ITAT Pune

March 27, 2026 321 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether CSR expenditure qualifies for deduction under section 80G. The Tribunal held that deduction is allowable as there is no specific prohibition except for certain funds.

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