Patna HC to Hear Sand Extraction GST Case on Jan 30, 2024

Md. Israil Vs Union of India & Ors. (Patna High Court) The Patna High Court has scheduled a crucial hearing for January 30, 2024, concerning the contentious demand for 18% GST on the royalty for sand extraction. The case, titled Md. Israil Vs Union of India & Ors., revolves around the classification of royalty payments—whether they should be treated as a tax or a service. This decision could have significant implications for the mining sector and the application of GST in similar contexts. The impugned demand originates from the Mining Department’s request, following an appeal ...