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Service Tax Demand Invalid Due to Reliance Solely on 26AS/ITR–ST-3 Mismatch

April 4, 2026 669 Views 0 comment Print

The case addresses whether discrepancies between ITR/Form 26AS and ST-3 returns can justify a Service Tax demand. The Tribunal held that without independent verification, such demands are unsustainable and must be set aside.

Dividend Stripping Disallowance Upheld as Section 94(7) Applies to Entire Dividend

April 4, 2026 426 Views 0 comment Print

The case examined whether disallowance under section 94(7) should be limited to exempt dividend. The Tribunal held that the provision applies to the full dividend received, rejecting the assessee’s claim.

GST Proceedings Revived as ITC Reversal During Inspection Found Non-Voluntary

April 4, 2026 513 Views 0 comment Print

The case examined whether ITC reversal made during inspection was voluntary. The Court held that the timing and presence of authorities indicated lack of voluntariness. It further restored proceedings to protect the Revenue’s statutory rights and allowed fresh action.

Settlement of Arbitration Award on Corporate Guarantee Deductible Under Section 37(1)

April 4, 2026 243 Views 0 comment Print

The case examined whether settlement of a corporate guarantee liability qualifies as business expenditure. The Tribunal held that the guarantee was given for business purposes and the resulting payment was allowable. 

Value Enhancement Invalid as NIDB Data Alone Cannot Replace Declared Transaction Value

April 4, 2026 273 Views 0 comment Print

The case examined whether transaction value can be rejected without inquiry. The Tribunal held that absence of investigation and proper procedure invalidates valuation enhancement.

Madras HC Upheld VAT Demand Due to Lack of Proof of Sister Concern Stock Ownership

April 4, 2026 261 Views 0 comment Print

The case addressed whether stock discrepancies could be attributed to a sister concern. The Court held that absence of supporting evidence justified the VAT demand and confirmed the assessment.

Share Gains Treated as Capital Gains Due to Consistent Treatment

April 4, 2026 225 Views 0 comment Print

The issue was whether share transactions constituted business income or capital gains. The Court upheld investor status based on consistent treatment and factual findings, dismissing the Revenue’s appeal.

GST Registration Cancellation Set Aside Due to Absence of Retrospective Notice in SCN

April 4, 2026 315 Views 0 comment Print

The Court held that cancellation cannot be applied retrospectively unless the show cause notice clearly proposes such action. Orders exceeding the scope of the notice are legally unsustainable.

Retrospective GST Registration Cancellation Set Aside Due to Absence of Justification

April 4, 2026 228 Views 0 comment Print

The Court held that retrospective cancellation requires clear justification and cannot be applied mechanically. In absence of reasons, the effective date was revised to the show cause notice date.

GST Registration Cancellation Quashed Due to Cryptic Show Cause Notice

April 4, 2026 252 Views 0 comment Print

AI Adil Trader Vs Deputy State Tax Officer (Telangana High Court) The Telangana High Court examined the validity of a show cause notice dated 01.11.2024 and a consequential order cancelling GST registration dated 16.01.2025, both challenged under Article 226 of the Constitution. The petitioner contended that the show cause notice was defective as it failed […]

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