Examines whether data validation and training activities for water supply schemes qualify as exempt pure services. The ruling clarifies classification criteria and GST applicability.
The authority evaluates the applicant’s claim that its proposed transportation model involves GTA services. It agrees, noting that issuance of a consignment note and assumption of delivery liability indicate GTA classification. Consequently, services to unregistered customers through e-commerce platforms fall under the GST exemption.
The authority permitted withdrawal of the advance ruling application without examining its merits. The matter was disposed of with no findings on the issues raised.
The ruling held that bundling premix tea with various tea products is not naturally bundled and therefore constitutes mixed supply. The tax rate applicable is 5%, with the highest-rate principle guiding future cases.
The Gujarat AAR clarified that Metalized Yarn and Metallic Yarn are classified under HSN 56050020 as imitation zari. Supplies from metallized polyester/plastic films attract a 5% GST rate, effective from 27.07.2023. Refunds on input materials like polyester film are not permitted.
The ruling clarifies that imitation zari made from metallised polyester or plastic film falls under HSN 56050020 and is taxable at 5%. It confirms eligibility under Entry 218AA and Entry 353 across different notification periods.
The Gujarat Authority for Advance Ruling ruled that questions on receiving non-voting, irredeemable preference shares as export consideration are outside Section 97(2) of the CGST Act, leaving GST liability unresolved.
The advance ruling authority held that questions on e-way bill requirements fall outside Section 97(2) of the CGST Act and therefore cannot be answered, leaving both queries unresolved.
The ruling allows GTAs paying GST under forward charge to claim ITC on bio-diesel, subject to compliance with CGST Act provisions and notification requirements. Fuel used in goods transport vehicles is not blocked under Section 17(5).
The ruling clarifies that moving empty containers by rail falls under the general rail transport category and is taxable at 5%. The key takeaway is that empty containers are treated as goods, not containerized cargo.
