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Late Fee vs General Penalty: Has the Madras High Court Drawn a Line Between Delayed Filing and Non-Filing of Returns?

Goods and Services Tax : The Madras High Court held that complete failure to file the annual return can attract both late fee under Section 47 and general ...

June 12, 2026 114 Views 0 comment Print

Ex-Parte GST Assessment Quashed as Taxpayer Was Given Only One Day to Reply

Goods and Services Tax : The Karnataka High Court held that granting only one day's time to respond to a show cause notice violates principles of natural j...

June 12, 2026 105 Views 0 comment Print

Denial of Cross-Examination Not Fatal to GST Fraudulent ITC Proceedings: Madras HC

Goods and Services Tax : The Madras High Court held that cross-examination is not an absolute right in GST adjudication. Where allegations of fraudulent IT...

June 12, 2026 87 Views 0 comment Print

GSTR-1 vs GSTR-3B: What’s the Difference and Which One Do You File First?

Goods and Services Tax : The issue concerns confusion regarding the purpose and sequencing of GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B filings. The key takeaway is that GSTR-1 s...

June 12, 2026 192 Views 0 comment Print

Why GST Authorities Cannot Retain Redemption Fine After Dropping Section 130 Penalty

Goods and Services Tax : This analysis explains why a redemption fine under Section 130(2) cannot be sustained once authorities conclude that Section 130 l...

June 12, 2026 267 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


CAAS Urges Responsible AI Use in GST Administration

CA, CS, CMA : CAAS suggested that while favourable outcomes may be automated, adverse actions should require a named officer's approval supporte...

June 12, 2026 201 Views 0 comment Print

Representation on procedural issues in filing of appeals before GSTAT

Goods and Services Tax : The Rajasthan GSTAT Bar has urged the Tribunal to adopt a pragmatic approach by accepting pre-deposits made through the Electronic...

June 11, 2026 804 Views 0 comment Print

Haryana Tops GST Growth Rankings Due to Strong Compliance & Enforcement Drive

Goods and Services Tax : Haryana recorded the highest State GST growth rate in India at 22% in May 2026. The achievement is attributed to strong tax admini...

June 6, 2026 303 Views 0 comment Print

Issue GSTAT FAQ as Filing Procedures Continue to Cause Confusion: MGATBA

Goods and Services Tax : Practitioners are reportedly following different methods while completing GSTAT appeal forms because of inadequate guidance. The r...

June 4, 2026 3003 Views 1 comment Print

CA Certificate Format for Non-Requirement of GST Registration for Securities Trading

Goods and Services Tax : The certificate clarifies that dealing and investment in securities are outside the scope of GST. Companies engaged solely in secu...

May 22, 2026 852 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Madras HC Upholds both GST Late Fee & Penalty for Non-Filing of GSTR-9  

Goods and Services Tax : The Madras High Court held that failure to file the annual return in Form GSTR-9 attracts late fee under Section 47(2) of the CGST...

June 12, 2026 135 Views 0 comment Print

Healthcare Services Through Partner Hospital Eligible for GST Exemption: Karnataka HC

Goods and Services Tax : The High Court held that healthcare services remain exempt even when delivered through another hospital under a revenue-sharing ar...

June 12, 2026 66 Views 0 comment Print

FIR alleging non payment of dues in NCLT liquidation proceedings was quashed

Goods and Services Tax : FIR registered against officials and the liquidator of Punj Lloyd Ltd. (PLL), which alleged non‑payment of subcontractor d...

June 12, 2026 69 Views 0 comment Print

ITC Cannot Be Denied Solely for Absence of Lorry Receipts & Weighment Slips: Madras HC

Goods and Services Tax : The issue was whether ITC could be denied solely because the taxpayer failed to produce lorry receipts and weighment slips despite...

June 12, 2026 135 Views 0 comment Print

Consolidated GST SCN for Six Years Unsustainable: Kerala HC

Goods and Services Tax : The Kerala High Court set aside a consolidated notice issued for FY 2019-20 to 2024-25. It held that separate notices must be issu...

June 11, 2026 231 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


GSTAT Mumbai Issues Notice on Operational Launch & Appeal Filing

Goods and Services Tax : GSTAT Mumbai Bench has officially commenced functioning, making it mandatory for taxpayers within its jurisdiction to file appeals...

June 12, 2026 36 Views 0 comment Print

GSTAT Committee Proposes Rule Changes to Ease Appeals

Goods and Services Tax : The Committee recommended replacing daily cause lists with weekly schedules and permitting supplementary lists when necessary. The...

June 12, 2026 141 Views 0 comment Print

GSTN Extends Timeline for ‘Ship To GSTIN’ & E-Way Bill Closure Implementation

Goods and Services Tax : GSTN has postponed the implementation of mandatory "Ship To GSTIN" capture and voluntary E-Way Bill closure to 1 August 2026. The ...

June 9, 2026 12264 Views 0 comment Print

IBBI Mandates GST Returns & E-Way Bills for Operational Creditors Filing Section 9 Cases

Corporate Law : The 2026 amendments significantly expand disclosure requirements for operational creditors and corporate applicants. The changes a...

June 4, 2026 378 Views 0 comment Print

Gross and Net GST revenue collections for the month of May, 2026

Goods and Services Tax : Gross GST collections reached ₹1.94 lakh crore in May 2026, registering 3.2% growth. The increase was driven largely by a 19.1% ...

June 1, 2026 642 Views 0 comment Print


GST and Breach of public trust by agents of collection

May 16, 2022 6438 Views 2 comments Print

Uncover the critical issue of GST and the breach of public trust by agents of tax collection. Delve into the moral and legal dimensions as businesses, the intermediaries between government and the public, fail in their duty as trustees. Explore the shortcomings of existing laws and the urgent need for a more assertive approach to address tax collection discrepancies. Understand the gravity of the situation, especially in sectors like restaurants and hotels, and the potential criminal breach of public trust.

Invoices Not Reflecting In GSTR 2B for April 2022

May 16, 2022 77724 Views 1 comment Print

Taxpayers are facing issues in their GSTR 2B for the month of  April 2022. Few taxpayers also faced some issues while filing GSTR 1 for the month of April 2022.

CBIC Chairman ask officers to ensure suitable emphasis on judicial discipline

May 16, 2022 786 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Chairman advise all officers issuing quasi-judicial orders as well as officers involved in the Review process to ensure that suitable emphasis is laid on judicial discipline, rule of law and on following the due process of law.

GST Audit – Types, Objective, Applicability

May 15, 2022 72351 Views 2 comments Print

Explore the intricacies of GST Audit, including types (Mandatory, Departmental, Special), objectives, and applicability. Unveil the process, thresholds, and key insights to ensure compliance and accurate reporting.

Work Contract service to IIT-Bhubaneswar entitled for concessional rate of 12% GST 

May 15, 2022 1809 Views 0 comment Print

In re NBCC (India) Limited (GST AAAR Odisha) With respect to issue raised in Para 3.6(a) whether the tax rate of 12% determined by the Appellate Authority for Advance Ruling in its order dated 19-03-2021 is applicable to entire contract, we find that there is no merit to discuss the matter again and again. The […]

Meghalaya HC stays recovery of GST on royalty paid for mining rights to State

May 15, 2022 5220 Views 1 comment Print

High Court of Meghalaya stays demand related to SCN issued by DGGI related to recovery of GST on royalty paid for mining rights to the State.

AAAR Maharashtra directs AAR to pass ruling on Merits

May 15, 2022 942 Views 0 comment Print

In re Royal Carbon Black Private Limited (GST AAAR Maharashtra) AAAR have also examined the impugned Advance Ruling passed by the MAAR, wherein the MAAR has refrained from passing the advance ruling in the matter citing the reason that the Appellant has not provided the details regarding the chemical composition of the impugned product, i.e., […]

Intermediary Services under GST law

May 14, 2022 60153 Views 0 comment Print

Dive into the complexities of GST law regarding Intermediary Services. Explore recent rulings, understand the tests applied, and why companies are concerned. Unravel the ambiguity with insights into taxation, place of supply, and the latest circular providing clarity.

CGST Thane Commissionerate busts fake ITC racket worth Rs. 8 Crore

May 14, 2022 1359 Views 0 comment Print

CGST Thane Commissionerate busts fake Input tax credit racket worth Rs. 8 Crore Thane Central GST Commissionerate has busted a fake GST Input Tax Credit (ITC) racket and arrested the proprietor of a Dahisar based firm. Acting on a specific input from Central Intelligence Unit of CGST Mumbai zone, the anti-evasion wing of CGST Thane Commissionerate […]

Legal updates for Operational Indian Acts (01.04.2021 to 30.04.2022)

May 14, 2022 2967 Views 0 comment Print

Stay updated on Income Tax Act changes (01.04.2021 to 30.04.2022). Explore notifications on ITR forms, tax exemptions, TDS obligations, and more. Be informed about RBI updates on FDI limits, interest rates, and financial norms. Compliance made easier with comprehensive legal insights.

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