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ITAT Delhi Quashes Section 153C Action Due to Absence of Section 65B Certificate

May 16, 2026 201 Views 0 comment Print

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 Restricts Bogus Purchase Addition to Profit Element Only

May 16, 2026 291 Views 0 comment Print

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.

GST on Hospitality Industry: Hotel Accommodation, Restaurant GST Rates, ITC & Rule 42 Reversal

May 16, 2026 2127 Views 1 comment Print

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 Day India Was Told To Stop Buying Gold

May 16, 2026 363 Views 0 comment Print

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.

Complete Guide to Company Strike Off Under Companies Act 2013

May 16, 2026 585 Views 0 comment Print

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.

Practical FAQs on filing of Form GSTR-3B

May 16, 2026 13359 Views 1 comment Print

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.

GST Recovery Stayed as Mere Upload of Order on Portal Without Proper Service was Insufficient

May 16, 2026 255 Views 0 comment Print

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.

Section 143(1) PF/ESI Disallowance Invalid Before SC’s Checkmate Ruling Due to Debatable Legal Position

May 16, 2026 390 Views 0 comment Print

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.

CCPA Penalises Coaching Institutes for misleading advertisements

May 16, 2026 393 Views 0 comment Print

The CCPA imposed penalties on coaching institutes after finding that advertisements highlighted successful candidates while hiding the actual courses undertaken by them. The Authority held that such concealment amounted to misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.

ICAI Clarifies 60-Tax Audit Ceiling for UDIN Generation from April 2026

May 16, 2026 37080 Views 1 comment Print

The FAQs explain how the 60 Tax Audit assignment ceiling will operate through the UDIN system from 1 April 2026. ICAI clarified which audit forms will count toward the limit and how assignments across firms, branches, and revised reports will be treated.

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