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Arrest Illegal if Written Grounds Not Supplied Before Remand: Supreme Court

February 23, 2026 972 Views 0 comment Print

The Supreme Court held that grounds of arrest must be furnished in writing and at least two hours before remand, failing which the arrest and custody become illegal.

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

February 23, 2026 822 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.

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

February 23, 2026 972 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 1461 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 1515 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 363 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 393 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 […]

No GST Credit on Tailing Dam Height Increase Since It Is Not Plant & Machinery: AAR Rajasthan

February 23, 2026 441 Views 0 comment Print

Rajasthan AAR ruled that a tailing dam used for hazardous waste disposal is an immovable civil structure, not plant and machinery. ITC on works contract and related goods was held to be blocked under Section 17(5)(c) and (d).

AAR Rajasthan Clarifies HSN Codes for Customized Photo Products

February 23, 2026 531 Views 0 comment Print

The Authority determined correct HSN classifications for UV printed acrylic photo frames, wall clocks, and MDF keychains, emphasizing tariff notes and material-based classification.

CIT(A) Cannot Dismiss Appeal for Non-Payment of Advance Tax in Reassessment: ITAT Indore

February 23, 2026 936 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Indore held that Section 249(4)(b) does not apply in reassessment proceedings where no advance tax obligation arises. The dismissal of appeal without examining merits was set aside and the matter remanded for fresh adjudication.

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