Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on GST SCN Adjudication Extension Under Section 168A Amid Conflicting HC Rulings

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A Supreme Court Bench comprising Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice R. Mahadevan took note of the conflicting High Court rulings, emphasizing the need for a thorough legal examination. The Supreme Court of India has reserved its judgment on the contentious …

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Madras High Court: Appeal Can Be Condoned Beyond the Condonable Period in Special Circumstances, if Pre-Deposit Rule is Complied

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This ruling of High court serves as an important precedent, reinforcing that procedural delays should not automatically result in the dismissal of appeals, particularly when statutory requirements are met. The Madras High Court has ruled that an appeal cannot be …

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Madras High Court Upholds Right to Tax Refund for Excess GST Paid During Goods Detention

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This ruling of Madras High Court provides clarity on GST compliance and refund eligibility for businesses dealing with goods detention under Section 129. The Madras High Court, in the case of Chetna Steel Tubes Private Limited v. Goods and Service …

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Kerala High Court Rules: GST & Income Tax Departments Cannot Retain Seized Cash Before Proceedings Finalization

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As per the court’s verdict, the initial seizure of cash by the GST department was unauthorized and illegal. The continued retention of the cash by the GST department and its handover to the Income Tax Department did not legitimize the …

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Understanding Section 62 of the CGST Act, 2017: Assessment of Non-Filers of GST Returns

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Cases related to best judgment assessments under Section 62, emphasizing procedural fairness and legislative amendments. Section 62 of the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act, 2017, governs the assessment of taxpayers who fail to file their GST returns. When …

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Allahabad High Court: GSTN Absence in Supplier’s Certificate Not a Valid Reason to Deny ITC

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The case was remanded by court to the original authority for fresh adjudication, with instructions to consider all submitted documents and provide a reasoned decision within three months. In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court has held that the …

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GST Registration Cannot Be Denied Based on State of Origin: Andhra Pradesh High Court

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This judgment sets a crucial precedent, ensuring that businesses across India are not unfairly restricted from obtaining GST registration in different states. The Andhra Pradesh High Court has ruled that authorities cannot refuse GST registration solely because the applicant belongs …

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Madras High Court: Opportunity of Final Hearing under GST Granted on Payment of 10% Disputed Tax

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This ruling of Madras High Court underscores the importance of natural justice in GST assessments and provides taxpayers an opportunity for fair representation. In a significant ruling, the Madras High Court has granted a final hearing in the case of …

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Key Updates on Tax & Corporate Law: 29 January 2025

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Recent Updates on Income Tax, GST, and Corporate Law – 29 January 2025 Income Tax Update 1: CBDT Notification No. 10/2025 – Key Amendments for Venture Capital Funds, Finance Companies, Retail Schemes, and ETFs in IFSCs The Ministry of Finance, …

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