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Demand of Service Tax on liquidated damages not justified: CESTAT Chennai
Case Law Details
- Case Name
- Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited Vs Commissioner of G.S.T (CESTAT Chennai)
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- All CESTAT, CESTAT Chennai
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Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited Vs Commissioner of G.S.T (CESTAT Chennai)
Introduction: In a recent order by the Chennai bench of the Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT), Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) received relief as the tribunal ruled that liquidated damages are not liable to service tax. This order clarifies the taxability of liquidated damages under service tax laws.
Detailed Analysis:
1. Background of the Case: Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) had been paying service tax under the forward charge mechanism for various services, including commerc...
