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GST on Ocean Freight Set Aside Due to Double Taxation on CIF Import Transactions

May 22, 2026 258 Views 0 comment Print

The Bombay High Court held that transportation services in CIF imports form part of a composite supply and cannot be taxed separately under GST. The Court relied on the Supreme Court ruling in Mohit Minerals to quash the demand.

GSTAT Upholds Anti-Profiteering Demand as ITC Benefit Was Not Passed to Homebuyers

May 22, 2026 321 Views 0 comment Print

GSTAT held that failure to pass on additional Input Tax Credit benefits to eligible homebuyers violated Section 171 of the CGST Act. The Tribunal ordered refund of profiteered amounts with GST, interest and penalty.

CCI Closes Abuse of Dominance Case as Excessive Pricing by Hospital Was Not Proven

May 22, 2026 96 Views 0 comment Print

The Competition Commission of India held that allegations of excessive pricing for room rent, medical tests, medicines, and consumables were not supported by sufficient evidence.

Govt Allows Aadhaar Authentication for NBFCs Due to PMLA Compliance Needs

May 22, 2026 927 Views 0 comment Print

The Finance Ministry has permitted seven reporting entities to conduct Aadhaar authentication under Section 11A of the PMLA. The notification highlights compliance with privacy and security standards under the Aadhaar Act after consultation with UIDAI and RBI.

Transit-State GST Officers Cannot Detain Goods as Inter-State IGST Transactions not in Their Jurisdiction

May 22, 2026 483 Views 0 comment Print

Andhra Pradesh High Court held that GST officers of a transit State cannot invoke Sections 129 or 130 against goods merely passing through the State. The ruling clarifies that IGST transactions unrelated to the State do not confer detention or confiscation powers.

GST Refund on Cotton Seed Oil Cake Allowed as it Qualifies as Exempt Cattle Feed

May 22, 2026 264 Views 0 comment Print

Gujarat High Court held that GST paid on cotton seed oil cake must be refunded since the product is exempt as cattle feed under Notification No. 02/2017-CT (Rate). The ruling clarifies that exemption depends on end use as cattle feed, not the supply route or purchaser category.

Tax Planning while setting up of a business with reference to Nature of business

May 22, 2026 34746 Views 0 comment Print

The revised content expands tax planning guidance for business setup by extending deduction analysis up to AY 2026-27 and Tax Year 2026-27. Updates also include revised statutory references and schedules for multiple deduction provisions.

CCI Closes Abuse of Dominance Case Against Private Hospital as Excessive Pricing Was Not Proven

May 22, 2026 126 Views 0 comment Print

The CCI held that allegations of excessive pricing for medicines, consumables, room rent, and diagnostic services were not substantiated. The Commission found that patients could assess treatment costs beforehand and no separate aftermarket was established.

SC Slams Casual Sanction of ₹8 Cr Loan After Borrower Defaults From Day One

May 22, 2026 369 Views 0 comment Print

The Supreme Court refused relief to borrowers who defaulted from the very first instalment after availing an ₹8.09 crore loan. The Court held that an offer to repay only the principal amount after six years was too little too late.

Inheritance Isn’t a Birthright When a Valid Will Exists: SC

May 22, 2026 1257 Views 0 comment Print

The Supreme Court upheld a Will executed in favour of the testator’s sister despite objections from his wife and children. The Court ruled that exclusion of natural heirs alone is not a suspicious circumstance when the Will is properly proved.

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