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IGST Assessment Falls Within Customs Jurisdiction: Kerala HC

May 2, 2026 495 Views 0 comment Print

The dispute involved jurisdiction of customs authorities to levy IGST on imports. The Court ruled that assessment includes all applicable taxes, rejecting the jurisdiction challenge.

GST ITC Denial Due to NGTP Tags Hurts Genuine Buyers’ Rights

May 2, 2026 1056 Views 1 comment Print

The issue concerns denial of ITC to bona fide buyers based solely on supplier tagging and analytics. The key takeaway is that mechanical reliance on NGTP tags undermines lawful adjudication and harms compliant taxpayers.

GST Not Applicable on Arbitral Damages Without Supply Element: Bombay HC

May 2, 2026 543 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether arbitral award damages and settlement terms constitute “supply” under GST law. The Court held they do not amount to consideration for supply, and quashed the IGST demand.

Employee Transport Recovery Not Taxable as It Is Not in Course of Business: AAR Tamilnadu

May 2, 2026 465 Views 0 comment Print

The authority held that arranging transport for employees is a welfare activity, not a business supply. Nominal recovery from employees does not attract GST.

GST Not Applicable on Solar Power Supply Due to Exemption for Electrical Energy: AAR Tamilnadu

May 2, 2026 666 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerned GST liability on electricity supplied through a solar power plant. The AAR held that electrical energy is exempt from GST and no registration is required when only exempt goods are supplied. 

Fan Drive Assembly Classifiable as Fluid Coupling Due to Functional Characteristics: AAR Tamilnadu

May 2, 2026 273 Views 0 comment Print

The issue involved classification of a fan drive assembly used in vehicle cooling systems. The AAR held that the product operates on viscous fluid principles and qualifies as a fluid coupling under HSN 8483.

No Option for 18% GST as Outdoor Catering Falls Under Mandatory 5% Entry: AAR Tamilnadu

May 2, 2026 489 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether taxpayers could choose between concessional and standard GST rates. The AAR held that once classified as outdoor catering, the 5% rate without ITC is mandatory.

AAAR Remands GST Case After Finding Contradictory Facts in Dealer Incentive Case

May 2, 2026 288 Views 0 comment Print

The appellate authority found that facts presented on appeal differed from the original application. The case was remanded for fresh adjudication due to inconsistency in submissions.

Important Changes Under Income Tax Act 2025 and 1961: Series I

May 2, 2026 2481 Views 0 comment Print

The new law keeps depreciation methods unchanged for continuity. However, it broadens tax scope by including assets “belonging to” taxpayers beyond legal ownership.

Alternative Investment Fund (AIF)

May 2, 2026 1128 Views 0 comment Print

The issue concerns the legal definition and structure of Alternative Investment Funds. The framework classifies AIFs as privately pooled investment vehicles regulated by SEBI with specific eligibility and investment conditions. 

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