ITC Not Available for Construction of Tailing Dam as It’s Not a Core Business Activity – AAR Rajasthan Ruling

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The Rajasthan Authority for Advance Rulings (AAR) has ruled that Input Tax Credit (ITC) is not available for goods and services used in the construction of a Tailing Dam as it is not considered part of the core business activity. …

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Writ Against Intimation of Tax Ascertainment Under Section 73(5) is Premature Without SCN: Karnataka High Court

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The Karnataka High Court recently ruled that a writ petition challenging an intimation of tax ascertainment under Section 73(5) of the CGST/KGST Act, 2017, is premature if no Show Cause Notice (SCN) under Section 73(1) has been issued. The court …

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Justice Abhay Oka Calls Legal Practice “5-Star Social Work,” Urges Young Lawyers to Take Up Pro Bono Cases

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“Junior lawyers must learn the art of advocacy, proper drafting, and courtroom conduct. Training programs will equip them with these essential skills,” Justice Oka Said said. Justice Abhay Oka of the Supreme Court recently highlighted the importance of pro bono …

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Whether Proper Notice Was Served Is a Disputed Fact, Cannot Be Challenged Under Article 226: Kerala High Court

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The Bench reiterated that the issue of proper notice is a factual matter requiring examination of evidence, which is beyond the scope of a writ petition under Article 226. The Kerala High Court has ruled that the question of ‘whether …

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Delhi High Court Rules Against Indefinite Property Attachment by Income Tax Department without Steps to Resolve the Matter

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The Delhi High Court ruled that the dues of a secured creditor take precedence over the tax dues owed to the Income Tax Department. In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has held that the Income Tax Department cannot …

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Gujarat High Court Upholds Patanjali Foods’ ₹1.7 Crore GST ITC Refund, Rejects Revenue Recovery Attempt

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The Gujarat High Court struck down Paragraph 2(2) of Circular No. 181/13/2022-GST, declaring it ultra vires Section 54 of the GST Act and inapplicable retrospectively. The Gujarat High Court has ruled in favor of Patanjali Foods Ltd., affirming its right …

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Telangana High Court: Digital Signature Mandatory for Valid Show Cause Notices Under GST

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The Court held that statutory rules supplement the Act rather than contradicting it. Since Form DRC-01 and DRC-07 include a designated section for the signature of the proper officer, the requirement becomes statutory. The Telangana High Court has ruled that …

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Supreme Court: Court Judgments Are Retrospective Unless Specified Otherwise

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Supreme Court clarifies that, the Legislative laws are prospective in nature unless expressly stated to have retrospective application, whereas Judicial pronouncements are retrospective by default unless the judgment specifies its prospective effect. The Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed that …

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Supreme Court Ruling: BNSS/CrPC Provisions on Rights of Arrested Persons Applicable to GST & Customs Acts

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This Supreme Court ruling strengthens legal protections for individuals facing arrest under the GST and Customs Acts. By extending CrPC safeguards to these laws, the Court ensures that tax enforcement authorities follow due process and refrain from arbitrary arrests. The …

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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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Section 54F benefits apply to only one residential house unless two properties can be structurally and legally integrated: Delhi HC

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CBDT circular dated January 21, 2015 clarifies that the benefit under Section 54F and Section 54 is limited to one residential house. A recent Delhi High Court ruling denied capital gains tax exemption under Section 54F of the Income Tax …

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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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