Allahabad High Court Emphasizes Need for Reasoned GST Orders, Even if Taxpayer Fails to Respond to SCN

In a significant ruling reinforcing the principles of natural justice under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, the Allahabad High Court has held that GST authorities must issue a well-reasoned and self-contained final order, even if the taxpayer fails …

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Finance Minister Meets India Inc to Discuss GST 2.0 Reforms: Push for Simplified Tax Structure Gains Momentum

In a significant move towards tax reform, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to meet representatives from India Inc on May 27 to deliberate on the upcoming GST 2.0 reforms. The high-level meeting aims to accelerate efforts to streamline the Goods and Services Tax …

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Solapur-Based Lawyer Arrested in Rs. 100 Crore Fake GST Invoice Scam: Major Crackdown by DGGI

Solapur, Maharashtra (India): In a significant breakthrough in the fight against GST fraud, the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) has arrested a Solapur-based lawyer, Sajid Ahmed Sheikh, for orchestrating a large-scale fake GST invoice scam worth over Rs. 100 crore. This high-profile case has …

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World Bank: General Sales Tax a Major Driver of Rising Poverty in Pakistan

A recent World Bank study has revealed that Pakistan’s General Sales Tax (GST) is the largest marginal contributor to the country’s increasing poverty levels. The report, titled “The Effects of Taxes and Transfers on Inequality and Poverty in Pakistan”, underscores how …

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Street Food Vendors and Informal Businesses to Come Under GST: Government Launches Nationwide Drive

In a major move toward formalizing India’s vast informal economy, the Government of India has launched a nationwide campaign to bring street food vendors, local shops, and other small-scale businesses under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime. Government Pushes …

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GST Council Meeting Likely Soon: Focus on Rate Rationalisation and Compensation Cess

The upcoming GST Council meeting, expected to take place in New Delhi, is set to address significant issues such as GST rate rationalisation and the future of the compensation cess, according to top government sources. The meeting, anticipated in the coming weeks, is …

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GST Advisory: Mandatory Payment Voucher Reporting for RCM Transactions from May 2025 Onwards

The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) has recently issued a crucial advisory highlighting mandatory reporting of payment voucher details in GSTR-1, effective from the return period of May 2025. This update brings renewed focus on Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) compliance and the …

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Gameskraft GST Case Day 12: Tarun Gulati Argues No Fraud, Online Gaming Classified as Service Before 2023

The Supreme Court on Wednesday continued hearing the high-stakes Goods and Services Tax (GST) dispute involving online gaming companies like Gameskraft. On Day 12 of the proceedings, senior advocate Tarun Gulati presented arguments on behalf of two leading gaming platforms, …

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Supreme Court Upholds Safari Retreats Verdict: Input Tax Credit (ITC) Allowed on Construction for Leasing

In a landmark development, the Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed its stance on allowing Input Tax Credit (ITC) for commercial real estate developers on construction expenses for properties intended for lease. On May 20, 2025, a two-judge bench comprising …

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Madras High Court Allows GST Appeal After Consultant’s Inadequate Response Fails to Defend Taxpayer

In a significant ruling, the Madras High Court granted relief to a taxpayer by allowing an appeal against a Goods and Services Tax (GST) demand order. The case highlights the consequences of a GST consultant’s failure to submit a proper response and …

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Allahabad High Court: Fraudulent GST ITC Claims Without Actual Supply Attract Section 74 of CGST Act

In a significant judgment, the Allahabad High Court has ruled that availing Input Tax Credit (ITC) under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime without actual supply of goods or services constitutes fraud and is squarely covered under Section 74 …

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Jharkhand High Court Quashes ASMT-10 Notices: Limits Scope of GST Scrutiny Under Section 61

In a significant ruling, the Jharkhand High Court has firmly restricted the scope of scrutiny under Section 61 of the Jharkhand Goods and Services Tax (JGST) Act, 2017. The Court ruled that GST authorities cannot compare declared transaction values with …

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Madras High Court Quashes GST Demand Order Over Violation of Natural Justice Principles

In a significant development that reinforces the importance of due process, the Madras High Court has set aside a GST demand order issued against a private construction company, citing a clear violation of the principles of natural justice. The case …

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Uttarakhand High Court Quashes Excessive Tax Demand Order in GST Case: Horizon Packs (P.) Ltd. v. Union of India

In a significant decision impacting GST litigations, the Uttarakhand High Court in case of Horizon Packs (P.) Ltd. v. Union of India reinforced a key procedural safeguard under the GST law. The Court held that any tax, interest, or penalty demanded through …

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Cooperative Societies Liable to Pay GST if Turnover Exceeds Rs 20 Lakh: CGST Report

In a significant development aimed at tightening Goods and Services Tax (GST) compliance, a report by the Deputy Commissioner of Central GST, Central Excise, and Customs has confirmed that cooperative societies with an annual turnover exceeding Rs 20 lakh are …

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Allahabad High Court Quashes GST Penalty for Non-Filing of e-Way Bill Part B Due to Technical Error

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In a significant relief for taxpayers under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, the Allahabad High Court has quashed a penalty imposed on Exch. Therm Engineering Company under Section 129(3) of the Uttar Pradesh GST Act, 2017, citing procedural …

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Bombay High Court Quashes GST Refund Recovery for Absence of Show Cause Notice and Violation of Due Process

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In a significant judgment reinforcing the principles of natural justice, the Bombay High Court has quashed a GST refund recovery order issued against Power Engineering (India) Private Ltd, a 100% Export Oriented Unit (EOU). The Court held that the order …

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