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AI in GST: Powerful Tool, Unready Taxpayers: Risks of Algorithmic Judgement

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...

April 21, 2026 144 Views 0 comment Print

GST on IPL: Sport or High-Octane Entertainment — 18% vs 40%?

Goods and Services Tax : IPL franchises have contested the 40% GST rate, arguing it wrongly classifies matches as entertainment instead of sporting events....

April 21, 2026 126 Views 0 comment Print

GST SCNs Invalid Without Specific Allegations of Suppression

Goods and Services Tax : Explains that vague show cause notices lacking details of suppression violate legal principles. Highlights that extended limitatio...

April 21, 2026 204 Views 0 comment Print

GST Refund on Export of Goods – Understanding Adjusted Total Turnover

Goods and Services Tax : Clarifies that export value used in refund calculation must be consistently applied in both numerator and denominator. Highlights ...

April 21, 2026 183 Views 0 comment Print

Consolidated GST Notices Referred to Larger Bench Due to Conflicting Judicial Views

Goods and Services Tax : The Court examined whether show-cause notices covering multiple financial years are valid and noted divergent High Court rulings. ...

April 21, 2026 132 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


Mastermind Arrested for ₹1,825 Crore GST Refund Fraud via Fake ITC & Bogus Exports

Goods and Services Tax : Authorities arrested the key accused for orchestrating fake ITC claims and fictitious export transactions. The case highlights str...

April 21, 2026 3744 Views 1 comment Print

Delhi CGST Busts ₹8 Cr Fake ITC; Company Director Arrested

Goods and Services Tax : Authorities uncovered fraudulent ITC claims exceeding ₹8 crore without actual supply of goods. The ruling highlights that ITC is...

April 18, 2026 537 Views 0 comment Print

Representation on Top 10 Issues in GST Enforcement Actions

Goods and Services Tax : The case highlights that summons lacking details of the underlying inquiry violate procedural fairness. It underscores the need fo...

April 17, 2026 690 Views 0 comment Print

CBI Arrests GST Superintendent & Inspector for Accepting Bribe in Registration Case

Goods and Services Tax : CBI arrested GST officials for demanding a bribe to facilitate registration approval. The case highlights strict enforcement again...

April 11, 2026 924 Views 1 comment Print

CBI Arrests Assistant Commissioner, CGST, Ratlam in a Bribery Case

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...

April 1, 2026 624 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Custody Not Required as Trial Likely to Take Time, HC Grants Bail in Fake ITC Case

Goods and Services Tax : Considering the duration of custody and the likely delay in trial, the Court found continued detention unnecessary. It granted bai...

April 21, 2026 87 Views 0 comment Print

Chhattisgarh HC Stayed GST Recovery Subject to Pre-Deposit Compliance

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...

April 20, 2026 117 Views 0 comment Print

Bombay HC Sets Aside GST Cancellation for Lack of Reasons; Bank Attachment Ends After One Year

Goods and Services Tax : GST Registration Cancellation Set Aside for Lack of Proper Reasons, Bank Account Attachment Lapses Automatically Under GST Law aft...

April 20, 2026 453 Views 0 comment Print

Telangana HC Stayed GST SCN Due to Illegal Clubbing of Sections 74, 74A & 130

Goods and Services Tax : Sections 74 and 74A operate on fundamentally different legal principles. The Court noted that their combined invocation raises ser...

April 20, 2026 222 Views 0 comment Print

Apply in DRC-20 for GST Payment in Instalments: Telangana HC

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...

April 20, 2026 162 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


CBIC extends due date of March GSTR-3B to 21st April 2026

Goods and Services Tax : CBIC extends due date for filing March 2026 GSTR-3B to April 21, 2026, for registered persons under Section 39 of the CGST Act....

April 21, 2026 1356 Views 0 comment Print

Late Fee Waiver Granted Due to System Glitches in Maharashtra PT Return Filing

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. ...

April 18, 2026 1461 Views 0 comment Print

GSTN Advisory on Re-Computation of Interest under Table 5.1 of GSTR-3B

Goods and Services Tax : GSTN clarified that system-calculated interest for February 2026 was incorrectly reflected in March returns due to a technical iss...

April 17, 2026 9618 Views 0 comment Print

Editing allowed in Appeal Pre-deposit Percentage Field in GST Portal

Goods and Services Tax : GSTN has enabled editing of the pre-deposit percentage in APL-01 filings. The change allows taxpayers flexibility, while verificat...

April 11, 2026 3159 Views 0 comment Print

GSTN Clarifies Appeal Rights Due to Incorrect NIL Demand in Adjudication Orders

Goods and Services Tax : Taxpayers faced issues filing appeals where adjudication orders showed zero demand. GSTN clarified that such system limitations re...

April 3, 2026 546 Views 0 comment Print


GSTR-2B and Place of Supply Mismatch: An Analysis

March 1, 2026 10239 Views 1 comment Print

This article analyses the legal framework governing ITC and Place of Supply, explains how GSTR-2B logic results in denial of ITC in genuine cases, highlights the inconsistency between portal validation and statutory provisions, and suggests practical remedies for taxpayers facing audit and departmental scrutiny.

Maharashtra Advances Profession Tax Due Dates to 15th

February 28, 2026 25491 Views 1 comment Print

Invoking powers under section 27 of the Act, the State Government introduced the 2026 Amendment Rules without prior publication. The revised provisions shift key filing and compliance dates to the 15th day, impacting taxpayers across the state.

Bombay HC Ordered Video Recording of Statements in GST Probe to Ensure Transparency

February 28, 2026 483 Views 0 comment Print

The Court declined to exempt the Managing Director from appearance under Section 70 CGST, noting he verified the petition on oath. The ruling emphasizes accountability in GST investigations.

No Penalty for Minor Delay in E-Way Bill Extension During Export Transit: Gujarat HC

February 28, 2026 519 Views 0 comment Print

The Gujarat High Court held that when exported goods qualify as zero-rated supply and no tax is payable, penalty under Section 129 for E-way bill expiry is unsustainable. Refund of ₹18 lakh was directed.

Section 60 CGST: How Provisional Assessment Works Under GST

February 28, 2026 1041 Views 0 comment Print

Section 60 of the CGST Act allows temporary tax payment when liability is uncertain, ensuring business continuity while protecting revenue.

Chhattisgarh High Court Refuses Writ Due to Availability of Alternative GST Remedies

February 28, 2026 258 Views 0 comment Print

The Court declined to entertain a writ petition challenging GST registration cancellation because statutory remedies under Sections 30 and 107 were available. It directed the petitioner to pursue revocation or appeal under the State GST Act.

Non-Alcoholic Beverages Taxed at 40% GST as Classified Under Schedule III: AAR West Bengal

February 28, 2026 573 Views 0 comment Print

The AAR held that flavored non-alcoholic beverages without fruit pulp fall under tariff item 22029990 and attract 20% CGST plus 20% SGST under Schedule III.

GST Exemption Denied as FCI Not Covered Under Eligible Recipients in Notification 12/2017

February 28, 2026 330 Views 0 comment Print

The AAR held that although security services to FCI qualify as pure services related to Public Distribution System functions, exemption under Notification 12/2017 is unavailable as FCI is not Central/State Government or local authority.

No GST on Conservancy Services Provided to Municipality as Activity Falls Under Twelfth Schedule

February 28, 2026 471 Views 0 comment Print

The ruling clarifies that services involving collection and transport of waste without transfer of goods are pure services. As these are rendered to a local authority in relation to functions under the Twelfth Schedule, they are exempt from GST.

Hookah Not ‘Article for Human Consumption’: AAR Denies 5% GST as Restaurant Service

February 28, 2026 885 Views 0 comment Print

The West Bengal AAR held that hookah, whether tobacco or herbal, is not covered under Clause 6(b) of Schedule II as it is inhaled and not ingested. It ruled that hookah supply is a composite supply of goods and taxable at higher GST rates.

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