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Intermediary Services under GST: Retrospective Impact of K.C. Overseas & Finance Act 2026?

Goods and Services Tax : The omission of Section 13(8)(b) applies only prospectively from 30 March 2026, as no saving clause exists. Past transactions and ...

April 18, 2026 333 Views 0 comment Print

GSTAT Appeal Filing: A Practitioner’s Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Goods and Services Tax : GSTAT bridges a long-standing gap by providing a dedicated appellate forum, eliminating the need to directly approach High Courts....

April 18, 2026 276 Views 0 comment Print

Limitation Starts from DRC-07 Upload Date, Not Detailed Order: Allahabad HC

Goods and Services Tax : Limitation start from date when Impugned Order in Form DRC 07 uploaded on portal and not from date of detailed order: Allahabad Hi...

April 18, 2026 1905 Views 0 comment Print

No Escape After Assessment: AP HC Upholds GST Bank Attachment Without Notice

Goods and Services Tax : The Court held that once a GST assessment order attains finality, recovery under Section 79 can proceed without issuing prior noti...

April 17, 2026 255 Views 0 comment Print

Section 129 CGST Revisited: Curbing Administrative Overreach via Section 126

Goods and Services Tax : Courts held that Section 129 cannot be invoked for minor procedural lapses without intent to evade tax. It emphasised that penalti...

April 17, 2026 285 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


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 330 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 603 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 861 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 600 Views 0 comment Print

GST Reduced on Agricultural Paper Bags Due to Farmer Concerns

Goods and Services Tax : The Government reduced GST on paper sacks and bags from 18% to 5% following GST Council recommendations. The move addresses farmer...

April 1, 2026 279 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


SCN Stayed as Allahabad HC Grants Relief in IGST Refund Dispute Due to Omitted Rule 96(10)

Goods and Services Tax : The issue was whether a show cause notice could be issued under a rule already omitted. The court stayed the notice, holding that ...

April 18, 2026 162 Views 0 comment Print

GST Registration Cancellation Set Aside Due to Non-Consideration of Illness Reason: Bombay HC

Goods and Services Tax : The Court ruled that temporary business inactivity due to genuine medical reasons cannot justify cancellation without proper consi...

April 18, 2026 90 Views 0 comment Print

ITC Blocking Not Interfered With as SCNs Require Individual Adjudication: Bombay HC

Goods and Services Tax : The Court held that challenges to ITC blocking cannot be entertained at the show cause stage. It ruled that adjudication must firs...

April 18, 2026 69 Views 0 comment Print

GST Demand Quashed as Consolidated SCN Across Multiple Years is invalid: Madras HC

Goods and Services Tax : The court held that issuing a single show cause notice for multiple financial years violates GST law. It ruled such “bunching”...

April 18, 2026 162 Views 0 comment Print

GST Rectification Order Quashed as Section 161 Conditions Not Met: Gujarat HC

Goods and Services Tax : The court held that the rectification order failed to satisfy the statutory requirements under Section 161 of the CGST Act. The im...

April 18, 2026 66 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


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 5955 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 3102 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 534 Views 0 comment Print

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

Goods and Services Tax : Both domestic and import revenues contributed to GST growth, alongside increased refunds. The figures highlight improved tax admin...

April 1, 2026 630 Views 0 comment Print

Goods and Services Tax Settlement of Funds Rules, 2026

Goods and Services Tax : The government introduced new rules replacing the 2017 framework to streamline IGST settlement between Centre and States. The rule...

March 30, 2026 1233 Views 0 comment Print


ITC Denied on Breakwater Construction as It Is a Civil Structure, Not Plant and Machinery

February 24, 2026 486 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority ruled that ITC on works contract services used to construct a breakwater is blocked since it results in an immovable property. The structure does not qualify under the plant and machinery exception.

Section 68 CGST: E-Way Bill Lapses, Roadside Detention & Judicial Pushback

February 24, 2026 1050 Views 0 comment Print

Section 68 CGST – From E‑Way Bill Compliance to Road‑Side Detention: Law, Practice and Judicial Pushback Section 68 of the CGST Act forms the statutory bridge between movement of goods, e-way bill compliance, and detention proceedings under Sections 129 and 130. It mandates that the person in charge of a conveyance carry prescribed documents such […]

Online Gaming in India: Legal Position, Tax Implications & Responsible Play

February 24, 2026 435 Views 0 comment Print

Explore India’s online gaming legal framework, 28% GST on deposits, 30% tax on winnings, TDS rules, compliance duties for platforms, and key regulatory updates post-2023 amendments.

No Separate GST Registration required if No Fixed Establishment Exists: AAR Rajasthan

February 23, 2026 636 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority held that a works contractor registered in Uttar Pradesh is not required to obtain separate GST registration in Rajasthan for a turnkey substation project. As no fixed establishment existed in Rajasthan, the location of supplier remained Uttar Pradesh.

Taxation of Social Media & Influencer Income under GST

February 23, 2026 2931 Views 3 comments Print

Explains how influencer earnings from collaborations, barter transactions, affiliate marketing, and digital courses are taxed under GST at 18%. Highlights registration thresholds and compliance requirements for creators.

GST Exemption Allowed on Examination Services as Educational Board Treated as Institution

February 23, 2026 675 Views 0 comment Print

The AAR held that services like printing, result processing, and online form filling for examinations are exempt under Notification 12/2017, after the Supreme Court clarified that even service recipients can seek advance rulings.

GST on Paper Bags at 18% Since Not Covered Under 5% Entry for Biodegradable Bags

February 23, 2026 1074 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority held that ordinary paper bags under Heading 4819 do not qualify for the 5% rate meant for Paper Sacks/Bags and bio-degradable bags. As the products were not shown to be biodegradable, GST at 18% under Entry 185 was upheld.

Compostability Certification Not Enough; 5% GST Applies Only If Bags Are Biodegradable: Rajasthan AAR

February 23, 2026 942 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority held plastic compostable bags classifiable under HSN 3923 29 90, and clarified that 5% GST under Notification 9/2025 applies only if goods are genuinely biodegradable.

GST Advance Ruling Rejected as Search & Seizure Issues Fall Outside Section 97 Scope

February 23, 2026 285 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority held that questions relating to GST search, seizure, confiscation, and penalties are not covered under Section 97(2) of the CGST Act. As such matters fall outside advance ruling jurisdiction, the application was rejected.

GST AAR Declines Application Since Matter Already Decided by Adjudicating Authority

February 23, 2026 300 Views 0 comment Print

In re Bhagvan Tirthani (GST AAR Rajasthan) The Rajasthan Authority for Advance Ruling considered an application filed by an unregistered applicant seeking rulings under Section 97(2)(e) and (f) of the CGST/RGST Act, 2017 regarding tax liability and requirement of registration . The applicant submitted that his turnover was below the GST registration threshold and alleged […]

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