ITAT Mumbai held that incomplete WhatsApp chats without proof of completed transactions cannot justify additions under Section 69A. The Tribunal found that the chats lacked corroborative evidence showing actual payment of money.
ITAT Delhi held that penalty under Section 271AAC cannot survive once the underlying Section 153C assessment is quashed. The Tribunal deleted the penalty after noting that the quantum assessment itself no longer existed.
ITAT Delhi held that electronic evidence seized during search proceedings cannot be relied upon without mandatory certification under Section 65B of the Evidence Act. The Tribunal ruled that initiation of Section 153C proceedings based on uncertified electronic records was invalid.
ITAT Delhi held that where sales are accepted and purchases are supported by invoices and banking transactions, only the profit element embedded in alleged bogus purchases can be taxed. The Tribunal restricted the addition by applying the average profit rate instead of sustaining the entire disallowance.
This article explains updated GST rates, ITC rules, SAC classifications, and compliance requirements applicable to hotels and hospitality businesses. It also covers restaurant services, banquet halls, transportation, and ancillary services.
The article explains how excessive gold imports are creating economic pressure on India despite gold’s deep cultural importance. It highlights the growing push toward productive investments and long-term economic growth.
This guide explains the legal process for striking off companies under Section 248 of the Companies Act, 2013. It covers eligibility, procedures, ROC powers, and the legal consequences of company dissolution.
ICAI clarified that ITC wrongly reversed under Table 4(B)(1) instead of Table 4(B)(2) can still be reclaimed within statutory timelines. The FAQs explain how taxpayers can rectify such reporting errors through future GSTR-3B adjustments.
The Tripura High Court stayed GST recovery proceedings after finding prima facie non-compliance with section 169 of the CGST Act regarding service of the adjudication order.
ITAT Delhi held that disallowance of delayed PF and ESI deposits through Section 143(1) adjustment was unsustainable because the issue was highly debatable at the relevant time.
