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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 153 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 129 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 186 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 135 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 3747 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 456 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 1365 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 9846 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


No Limitation Bar in Anti-Profiteering Case as Rule 133 Timeline Held Directory

February 22, 2026 435 Views 0 comment Print

GSTAT held that claims of increased royalty, rent, and commissions were unsupported by cogent evidence. The supplier failed to rebut the presumption that GST rate reduction must result in commensurate price cuts.

GSTAT Orders Refund to 13 Homebuyers Because ITC Benefit Was Not Fully Passed On

February 22, 2026 435 Views 0 comment Print

The Tribunal accepted DGAP findings that total profiteering was ₹5.20 crore, though ₹6.63 crore had already been passed on. Only ₹5.80 lakh remains payable to certain buyers.

What to Do When an Adverse GST Order is Passed: Step-by-Step Appeal Guide

February 22, 2026 7272 Views 4 comments Print

Step-by-step guide to filing GST appeal under Section 107, covering limitation, pre-deposit, rectification, documents and drafting strategy.

Rule 14A Withdrawal Active on GST Portal After 3-Day Registration Rule & GSTR-1 Blocking Issue

February 22, 2026 1548 Views 0 comment Print

GST Portal enables Rule 14A withdrawal option after GSTR-1 blocking under 3-day registration rule. Taxpayers can now initiate corrective action online.

GST ITC Blocked Under Rule 86A Without Hearing? Why Procedural Fairness Matters

February 22, 2026 1335 Views 1 comment Print

Blocking of ITC Due to “Non-Genuine” Suppliers – Practical Challenges, Administrative Concerns & Need for Procedural Fairness The GST regime was conceptualised on the promise of seamless flow of input tax credit (ITC). Section 16 of the CGST Act lays down clear conditions for availing credit. However, in practice, a significant number of genuine taxpayers—particularly […]

GST Section 74A Replaces 73 & 74: What Taxpayers Must Know

February 22, 2026 2034 Views 0 comment Print

Section 74A replaces Sections 73 and 74 to create a single demand mechanism from FY 2024–25. It covers both fraud and non-fraud cases with revised timelines and penalty relief.

Section 75 CGST Act – How GST Adjudication Must Legally Proceed (With Practical Examples)

February 22, 2026 3861 Views 0 comment Print

Section 75 strictly regulates GST adjudication, ensuring orders stay within SCN scope and follow natural justice. Courts have reinforced that excess demand or procedural shortcuts are invalid.

No Order, No Appeal? Legal Consequences of Time-Bar Rejections Through Form GST APL-02

February 21, 2026 840 Views 0 comment Print

Appeals dismissed as time-barred through FORM GST APL-02, without a reasoned order under Section 107, may deny taxpayers access to GSTAT. The key issue is whether an acknowledgment can substitute a statutory appellate order.

Difference Between Tax, Duty, Cess, Surcharge & Fee – A Conceptual Clarity

February 21, 2026 2022 Views 0 comment Print

This guide clarifies the legal and constitutional differences between tax, duty, cess, surcharge, and fee. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for statutory interpretation and fiscal federalism.

CGST Act Sections 3–5: Administrative Framework & All-India Adjudication Powers in DGGI Cases

February 21, 2026 540 Views 0 comment Print

The GST framework has expanded nationwide adjudication powers for DGGI cases through Notification 27/2024. Additional and Joint Commissioners under 23 specified Commissionerates can now adjudicate DGGI-issued notices across India, widening centralized enforcement authority.

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