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Gujarat HC Stays FIR in VAT Case Due to Procedural Lapses

April 7, 2026 165 Views 0 comment Print

The court stayed FIR proceedings for non-payment of VAT dues due to significant delay in filing. It held that delayed criminal action weakens prosecution and cannot be sustained mechanically.

DGFT: CoO Issuance Only via Designated Electronic Platform by Authorised Agencies

April 7, 2026 363 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT amended rules to require Certificates of Origin to be issued only through a designated electronic platform. Manual issuance is prohibited and may lead to cancellation of authorization.

CA Intermediate May 2026 Exams Rescheduled Due to Unavoidable Reasons

April 7, 2026 3942 Views 0 comment Print

The ICAI postponed the CA Intermediate exams from 3rd May to 5th May 2026 citing unavoidable reasons. The revised schedule retains exam timings while shifting all Group I and II dates accordingly.

CA Final Exams Reduced to Two Attempts instead of existing three

April 7, 2026 3165 Views 0 comment Print

ICAI reduced CA Final exam attempts from three to two annually based on stakeholder feedback. The exams will now be held only in May and November starting 2026.

No TCS on Compounding Fees as Illegal Mining Lacks Legal Contract or Licence: SC

April 6, 2026 441 Views 0 comment Print

The Supreme Court upheld that Section 206C(1C) applies only to lawful mining arrangements involving lease or licence. It ruled that compounding fees from illegal mining are not subject to TCS.

TCS Cannot Be Extended to Illegal Mining Cases Due to Absence of Transfer of Rights: Chhattisgarh HC

April 6, 2026 456 Views 0 comment Print

The High Court held that Section 206C(1C) applies only to lawful mining arrangements involving lease or licence. It ruled that compounding fees from illegal mining are outside its scope and not subject to TCS.

Foreign Investor Gains Not Taxable in India Due to DTAA Residency Rule: ITAT Mumbai

April 6, 2026 717 Views 0 comment Print

The tribunal held that gains from sale of shares did not fall under Article 14(4). It ruled that Article 14(6) applies, making gains taxable only in the country of residence. The decision clarifies DTAA interpretation.

Pre-Deposit Not Ground to Skip Appeal: Uttarakhand HC Dismisses GST Petition

April 6, 2026 657 Views 0 comment Print

The court declined to hear the GST dispute as an appeal remedy existed. It held that pre-deposit requirements cannot justify bypassing statutory remedies.

CENVAT Demand Quashed Due to Lack of Proof of Common Input Services

April 6, 2026 1998 Views 0 comment Print

The tribunal held that sale through regional offices does not amount to trading. It found that the goods were manufactured and duty was paid. The ruling clarifies distinction between manufacturing and trading.

Builder Liable for Profiteering for Not Passing GST Credit Benefits to Homebuyers: GSTAT

April 6, 2026 420 Views 0 comment Print

The case addressed increased ITC benefits post-GST without corresponding price reduction. The tribunal ruled this violated Section 171, mandating refund, interest at 18%, and potential penalty.

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