GST Circular 235/29/2024: Clarification Regarding GST Rates & Classification of certain Goods

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This Clarification regarding GST rates & classification (goods) is based on the recommendations of the GST Council in its 54th meeting held on 9th September, 2024, at New Delhi. Clarification regarding GST Rates & Classification of certain Goods: Based on …

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CBIC Notification 22/2024-Central Tax: Special Procedure for Rectification of order Issued u/s.73/74/107/108 of CGST Act 2017

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As per the Notification, the Taxpayers against whom an order under sections 73, 74, 107, or 108 of the CGST Act has been passed, confirming the demand for wrong ITC availment in contravention of section 16(4), are eligible to apply …

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GSTN Advisory 529: Guidelines for Accurate Entry of RR No./Parcel Way Bill Numbers into the E-Way Bill System

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Taxpayers who transport goods via Indian Railways’ Parcel Management System (PMS) must make the accurate entry of the Parcel Way Bill (PWB) number or RR No. into Part-B of the e-way bill on the EWB portal. Guidelines for Accurate Entry …

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Notification 18 & 19 0f 2024 (CT): Principal Bench of GSTAT Empowered by Govt to Ensure Benefits of ITC & Reduced Tax to Consumers

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Notification No. 18 & 19 of 2024 (Central Tax) In a recent update, the Central Government, vide Notification 18/2024-CT, has taken a significant step by empowering the Principal Bench of the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) to ensure …

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Biometric-Based Aadhaar Authentication & Document Verification for GST Registration Introduced in Odisha from 28th September 2024

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If an Appointment Booking Link is provided after submission of form GST REG 1, the applicant must book an appointment to visit a GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK) for Biometric-Based Aadhaar Authentication and document verification. As per Advisory No. 525 dated …

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GST Authorities Cannot Invoke IPC for Offences Covered Under GST Act: Madhya Pradesh High Court

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The GST Act, 2017 is a special legislation that holistically deals with procedures, penalties, and offences relating to GST. Authorities cannot bypass these procedures and invoke the IPC In a significant ruling, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has held that …

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Calcutta High Court Orders Restoration of GST Registration When the Appeal was Time-barred u/s.107

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The court also ordered the respondents to reactivate the GST portal within one week, enabling the petitioner to file returns and pay off all liabilities. However, the court specified that if the petitioner fails to meet the compliance requirements within …

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Group of Ministers to Review GST Rates on Insurance Premiums: Key Updates from the 54th GST Council Meeting

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The decision to form the GoM was partly influenced by demands from opposition-ruled states, such as West Bengal, which advocated for a complete exemption of GST on life and health insurance premiums. Several other states suggested lowering the GST rate …

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Clarification on Advertising Services Provided to Foreign Clients: Circular No. 230/24/2024-GST

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Clarification in respect of advertising services provided to foreign clients The Central Board has issued a clarification in light of queries from trade and industry regarding advertising services provided by Indian companies to foreign clients. These clarifications aim to address …

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Recommendations of the 54th GST Council Meeting Held on 9th September 2024: Key Highlights

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Recommendations of 54th GST Council Meeting The 54th GST Council meeting, chaired by the Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, was held in New Delhi on 9th September 2024. The meeting included Union Minister of State …

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GSTN Advisory 518 on Reporting of Inter-State Taxable Supplies to Unregistered Dealers in GSTR-1 and GSTR-5

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Reporting of Inter-State Taxable Supplies to Unregistered Dealers (B2C): The Indian government has introduced a notable amendment on reporting supplies to unregistered dealers under Notification No. 12/2024 – Central Tax, dated 10th July 2024. As per the notification, the threshold …

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