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Goods and Services Tax : The representation requests extension of the GSTAT appeal filing deadline to 31 December 2026, citing persistent technical issues ...
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Goods and Services Tax : Madras High Court allowed a delayed GST appeal, observing that portal upload alone should not deprive a small businessman of an ef...
Goods and Services Tax : Orissa HC held that refund cannot be refused merely because the State might appeal, where no appeal or proceeding was pending on t...
Goods and Services Tax : GSTN has clarified mandatory Ship-to GSTIN requirements, API changes and voluntary e-Way Bill closure before the proposed 1 August...
Goods and Services Tax : GSTN has shifted the FY 2025-26 AATO amendment window to 1–31 July 2026 due to system upgrades. Tax officer review will take pla...
Goods and Services Tax : June 2026 gross GST collections reached Rs. 1.94 lakh crore, driven by higher domestic and import revenues, while net collections ...
Goods and Services Tax : The Government has fixed 31 July 2026 as the last date for filing GST Appellate Tribunal appeals and applications in specified old...
Goods and Services Tax : CBIC clarified that proceedings validly initiated before a taxpayer's jurisdiction changes remain legally valid. The new jurisdict...
Get insights from the Sunlight Cable Industries case as the Bombay High Court quashes Revenue’s order on withholding IGST refund. Explore the assessment of double benefit claims.
Read the full text of the judgment/order of the Karnataka High Court in the case of Singhi Buildtech Pvt. Ltd. Vs Additional Commissioner Of Commercial Taxes Enforcement. The court clarifies the power of officers under Section 67(4) of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act regarding sealing or breaking premises. Get detailed analysis and conclusion.This article provides an overview of the judgment/order issued by the Karnataka High Court in the case of Singhi Buildtech Pvt. Ltd. versus Additional Commissioner Of Commercial Taxes Enforcement. The court clarifies the power of officers under Section 67(4) of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act regarding the sealing or breaking of premises. The analysis delves into the arguments presented by the petitioner and the response from the learned counsel for the Revenue. Finally, the conclusion highlights the court’s decision and subsequent actions. Analysis: The petitioner, Singhi Buildtech Pvt. Ltd., challenges the order issued by the respondent No.3 under Section 67(4) of the Karnataka Goods and Services Tax Act. The petitioner, a private limited company, claims to be a registered dealer under the provisions of the Act. The case revolves around the sealing of the petitioner’s premises by the respondent officers during a search operation. The petitioner argues that the sealing was done without legal authority. The petitioner’s counsel contends that the authorization order for the search was issued solely based on suspicion and does not grant the authority to seal the premises. Additionally, it is argued that Section 67(4) of the Act does not empower the respondent No.3 to seal the business premises since access was not denied by the petitioner. On the other hand, the Revenue’s counsel presents the original file, which contains an authorization issued by the Additional Commissioner of Commercial Taxes [Enforcement], South Zone, Bangalore. The authorization grants the officer, Sri J.J. Prakash, Assistant Commissioner of Commercial Taxes, the power to conduct inspection, search, and seizure of the premises in question. The court acknowledges the validity of this authorization, thus refuting the petitioner’s argument. The court refers to Section 67(4) of the Act, which empowers the authorized officer to seal or break open premises and receptacles suspected of containing goods, accounts, registers, or documents. The Revenue asserts that denial of access to the computer system and the disruption of the tally software and internet connection led to the invocation of Section 67(4) and subsequent sealing of the premises. However, the learned Additional Government Advocate, representing the respondent No.3, assures the court that the petitioner’s premises will be unsealed in the petitioner’s presence on a mutually convenient date, provided the petitioner cooperates with the inspection and search of the computer system and other records. Conclusion: After considering the arguments presented by both parties, the court orders the Revenue to unseal the premises in question on a revised date of 08.02.2019, at 11:00 a.m. The petitioner is expected to cooperate with the inspection and search of the premises, including the computer system. This judgment clarifies the power of officers under Section 67(4) of the GST Act and emphasizes the importance of lawful procedures in conducting searches and sealing premises.
On the basis of GST returns filed by the taxpayers, nowadays the department is sending notices for the verification of Merchant export transactions. Some time manufacturers may have failed to meet any of the stipulated conditions and therefore face the demand for differential tax (Tax leviable on the sale of goods as per standard rate-actual tax levied […]
Calcutta High Court allows writ petition in the case of L.G. Balakrishnan & Bros Limited Vs ACIT, setting aside an earlier rejection of appeal due to a delay of 148 days. The court sets a cost of Rs. 40,000/- to be paid to WBGST Authority.
Delve into the case of Santi Kumar Oswal Vs ACIT where ITAT Kolkata ruled that no disallowance can be made for GST paid before the due date of filing ROI, emphasizing fair application of the Income Tax Act.
Explore the recent Telangana High Court decision in the case of Nektar Therapeutics India Pvt Ltd vs Union of India, where the court quashed a show cause notice due to its issuance by an improper officer.
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Explore the recent judgment from the Calcutta High Court in the case of Datta Iron & Steel Pvt Ltd Vs DCIT, as the court mandates filing of an affidavit in opposition over the show cause notice issued by GST authorities.
The weekly newsletter from the Chairman of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) dated 14/07/2023 highlights India’s exceptional trade facilitation ranking and showcases a traditional art form from the Tirupathi region. The newsletter also mentions significant achievements in customs operations and emphasizes the importance of supporting communities affected by extreme weather events. […]
Explore the provisions of Section 67(1) of the CGST Act, 2017, providing insights into the power of inspection, search, and seizure by authorized GST officials. Learn about the conditions and criteria under which such powers can be invoked, safeguarding the interests of revenue and ensuring compliance.
