New GST Regulations for Foreign OIDAR Service Providers in India from October 1, 2023

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Foreign companies offering online services like advertising, cloud services, music, and information to non-GST-registered individuals in India will be required to pay goods and services tax (GST) from October 1,2023. The Finance Act, 2023, amended the Integrated GST Act, broadening …

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Indian Online Gaming Companies Face GST Challenges, Seek Legal Redress

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Online gaming companies in India, including major players like Dream11, Games 24×7, and Head Digital Works, are encountering significant Goods and Services Tax (GST) demands, totaling over Rs 55,000 crore. They have initiated or are considering legal action following pre-show …

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Taxation of Compulsory Acquisition of Land as per I-T Act 1961: A Detailed Guide

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Capital Gain on Compulsory Acquisition of Immovable Property: Section 45(5) In the realm of income taxation in India, when a government agency necessitates any compulsory acquisition of land, it is considered a transfer according to the provisions outlined in Section …

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There Can Be No Protective Addition In Absence Of Substantive Addition: ITAT Delhi

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In the case before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) Delhi, the issue revolved around the assessment of an Assessee Firm, which had declared an income of Rs.12,220 during the relevant year. The firm was engaged in a wholesale scrap …

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I-T Department Notifies “Angel Tax” Rules For Valuing Investments In Startups

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The Income Tax Department has introduced new rules for valuing investments in startups, addressing concerns related to ‘Angel Tax.’ Effective from September 25, these changes to Rule 11UA of the Income Tax Act offer more flexibility to taxpayers by allowing …

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Extensive GST Evasion Probe Targets Over 100 Online Gaming Companies

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In a bid to combat potential GST evasion, tax authorities are expanding their investigation into online gaming firms. Reliable sources indicate that the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) plans to launch probes into 100 additional companies in the coming …

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Ownership of Goods in Transit When Accompanied by Specified Documents: Allahabad High Court Ruling

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In a recent ruling, the Allahabad High Court shed light on ownership determination in goods transportation concerning the Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. The Court emphasized that when goods are accompanied by specified documents like invoices, either the consigner …

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CBDT Notifies NBFC Classification for Section 43D of Income Tax Act

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Extract of the Notification-79/2023  NBFC Classification for the Purpose of Section 43D: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has recently issued a crucial notification, Number 79/2023 dated September 22, 2023. This notification pertains to the classification of Non-Banking Financial …

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CBDT Notifies NBFC Classification for Clause (da) of Section 43B of Income Tax Act

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Extract of the CBDT Notification-80/2023  The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) recently issued an important notification, Number 80/2023 dated September 22, 2023, pertaining to the classification of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) for the purpose of clause (da) of section …

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IT Department urges Taxpayers to promptly address old demands to expedite refund process of FY 2022-23

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Clearing old dues to expedite refund process: The Income Tax Department has urged taxpayers to promptly respond to notifications regarding outstanding tax demands from previous years. This proactive step is aimed at expediting the clearance of refund for the fiscal …

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Delta Corp gets GST demand Notice of nearly 17000 Crores

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Delta Corp, India’s leading casino chain, has received communication from the Directorate General of GST Intelligence in Hyderabad, notifying them of a tax liability amounting to Rs 11,139 crore for the period between July 2017 and March 2022, inclusive of …

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Applicability of GST Exemption on Charitable Entities Registered Under Section 12AA & 12AB of Income Tax Act

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Meaning of Charitable Activity As per the GST Act, Charitable activities includes, (i) Public health by way of care or counselling of terminally ill persons or persons with severe physical or mental disability, persons afflicted with HIV or AIDS, or …

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Telangana High Court mandates Faceless Notice for Income Tax Reassessment

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Faceless Notice for Income Tax Reassessment u/s.148A: Telangana High Court The Telangana High Court has underlined that notices issued by the income-tax department to taxpayers for reassessment of returns under Section 148A of the Income Tax Act must now follow …

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Decoding Tax Audit U/S. 44AB of Income Tax Act: An Ultimate Guide

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Introduction Tax Audit u/s. 44AB of Income Tax Act: An ‘audit’ is essentially a thorough examination, review, or inspection of various records, transactions, or accounts to ensure accuracy, compliance, and reliability. In the realm of taxation, a ‘tax audit’ holds …

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GSTN Advisory: Geocoding Functionality for Additional Place of Business: Date-19.09.23

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In an advisory Dated.19 September 2023, GSTN informed that the geocoding functionality for the “Additional Place of Business” address is now active across all States and Union Territories. This builds upon the geocoding functionality earlier implemented for the principal place …

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Composite Supply & Mixed Supply Under GST Act 2017: A Clear Comprehension

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Composite Supply and Mixed Supply: In the realm of GST regulations, distinct rates are assigned to various goods and services. However, complexities arise when dealing with bundled supplies that encompass a mix of individual goods and/or services. Determining the precise …

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Due Date of Filing ITR-7 & Form 10B/10BB for A.Y. 2023–24 Extended

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On consideration of difficulties reported by taxpayers and other stake holders, the CBDT has extended time limit in respect of the following compliances: 1. The due date of furnishing audit report in form 10B/10BB by a fund/trust/institution or any university/ …

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