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Goods and Services Tax : The increasing use of AI in GST is leading to automated mismatch alerts and notices based on flawed data. The key takeaway is that...
Goods and Services Tax : IPL franchises have contested the 40% GST rate, arguing it wrongly classifies matches as entertainment instead of sporting events....
Goods and Services Tax : Explains that vague show cause notices lacking details of suppression violate legal principles. Highlights that extended limitatio...
Goods and Services Tax : Clarifies that export value used in refund calculation must be consistently applied in both numerator and denominator. Highlights ...
Goods and Services Tax : The Court examined whether show-cause notices covering multiple financial years are valid and noted divergent High Court rulings. ...
Goods and Services Tax : Authorities arrested the key accused for orchestrating fake ITC claims and fictitious export transactions. The case highlights str...
Goods and Services Tax : Authorities uncovered fraudulent ITC claims exceeding ₹8 crore without actual supply of goods. The ruling highlights that ITC is...
Goods and Services Tax : The case highlights that summons lacking details of the underlying inquiry violate procedural fairness. It underscores the need fo...
Goods and Services Tax : CBI arrested GST officials for demanding a bribe to facilitate registration approval. The case highlights strict enforcement again...
Goods and Services Tax : The CBI arrested a CGST Assistant Commissioner for demanding a bribe to halt GST proceedings. The officer was caught red-handed ac...
Goods and Services Tax : Considering the duration of custody and the likely delay in trial, the Court found continued detention unnecessary. It granted bai...
Goods and Services Tax : The Court permitted the taxpayer to obtain a stay by following the procedure under Section 112 and relevant CBIC circulars. It emp...
Goods and Services Tax : GST Registration Cancellation Set Aside for Lack of Proper Reasons, Bank Account Attachment Lapses Automatically Under GST Law aft...
Goods and Services Tax : Sections 74 and 74A operate on fundamentally different legal principles. The Court noted that their combined invocation raises ser...
Goods and Services Tax : Recovery action was initiated even after partial tax payment. The Court held that instalment relief must be sought through Form DR...
Goods and Services Tax : Due to technical issues on the new tax portal, late fees for Profession Tax returns were waived if tax was paid by 15 March 2026. ...
Goods and Services Tax : GSTN clarified that system-calculated interest for February 2026 was incorrectly reflected in March returns due to a technical iss...
Goods and Services Tax : GSTN has enabled editing of the pre-deposit percentage in APL-01 filings. The change allows taxpayers flexibility, while verificat...
Goods and Services Tax : Taxpayers faced issues filing appeals where adjudication orders showed zero demand. GSTN clarified that such system limitations re...
Goods and Services Tax : Both domestic and import revenues contributed to GST growth, alongside increased refunds. The figures highlight improved tax admin...
The GST Council reduced the tax rate on hotel accommodation up to ₹7,500 per day from 12% with ITC to 5% without ITC. The move aims to simplify taxation and reduce service costs for consumers.
The Government clarified that GST on food products, including ultra-processed foods, is determined according to HSN classification. There is currently no special GST category for unhealthy foods.
The GST Council reduced the tax rate on adult and clinical diapers from 12% to 5%. The Government clarified that a complete GST exemption has not been recommended.
The GST Council reduced tax on hotel accommodation up to ₹7,500 per day from 12% with ITC to 5% without ITC. The move aims to simplify taxation and reduce consumer costs.
The Gujarat High Court stayed a tax adjudication order after discovering that the officer relied on inaccurate case law citations without independent verification.
Courts have clarified that Section 79 of the GST law is a recovery mechanism that can be invoked only after tax liability is adjudicated or self-assessed and remains unpaid.
The document outlines a certificate format where the recipient confirms reversal of Input Tax Credit related to credit notes issued for post-supply discounts and sales returns under GST law.
The GST law permits inspection, search and seizure only when a senior officer has reasonable grounds to suspect tax evasion, ensuring safeguards for taxpayers.
The GST Appellate Tribunal has become operational, completing the GST dispute resolution framework. Taxpayers can now file second appeals with a 10% pre-deposit and defined procedural rules.
The Bengaluru CGST zone cautioned taxpayers about individuals posing as GST officers. Taxpayers were advised to verify officer identity, authorization, and DIN before allowing inspections.
