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 …
Summons under Section 131(1A) typically issued when the I-T Department suspects concealment of income or requires further inquiry before proceeding with search and seizure. Section 131(1A) of the Income Tax Act, 1961 empowers assessing officers with specific authority to issue …
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 …
Dismissing the Income Tax Department’s appeal, the Delhi High Court ruled in favor of the taxpayer, reaffirming that routine support services cannot be classified as FTS. In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has clarified that Fee for Technical …
The Court noted that if delays were condoned, it could undermine taxpayer protections outlined in Sections 73(10) and 75(2) of the GST Act. The Andhra Pradesh High Court has ruled that a delay of two days in issuing a Goods …
This judgment of court reaffirms that individual components of an SCN must be adjudicated separately unless explicitly quashed. The Delhi High Court has ruled that if a Show Cause Notice (SCN) is quashed on one issue, it does not imply …
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 …
This Supreme Court judgment reaffirms the strict interpretation of Section 271AAA(2), making it clear that merely paying taxes voluntarily does not exempt an assessee from penalties if undisclosed income is admitted only at the assessment stage. The Supreme Court of …
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 …
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 …
Key Takeaways from New Income Tax Bill 2025 to be Introduced in Parliament on 13 February 2025 The government has introduced the new Income Tax Bill 2025, which will be tabled in Parliament on February 13, 2025. After parliamentary committee …
This landmark ruling reinforces the principle that intermediaries operating in a fiduciary capacity are distinct from the principal parties in transactions. It sets a strong precedent for brokers, real estate facilitators, and agents, protecting them from undue penalties under Section …
The High Court highlighted that Section 132 was introduced to strengthen regulatory oversight and align audit standards with global best practices. It does not create new liabilities but fills a regulatory gap to enhance transparency, accountability, and audit quality. The …
The Rebate u/s. 87A reduces tax burden for low-income taxpayers, whereas marginal relief ensures that the tax does not exceed the excess taxable income over the rebate threshold. With the Budget 2025 announcements, significant changes have been introduced to tax …
Taxpayers can challenge SCNs from unauthorized authorities by invoking Section 6 of the CGST Act and responding diligently to such adjudications. The introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India in 2017 aimed to streamline indirect taxes by …
Latest Updates on Income Tax, GST & Corporate Law: 8 February 2025 Income Tax Update-1: The Union Cabinet on Friday approved a new Income Tax Bill aimed at simplifying the tax system without introducing new taxes. The Union Cabinet on …
Latest Updates on Income Tax, GST & Corporate Law: 7 February 2025 Income Tax Update-1: Cabinet may approve new Income Tax Bill on Friday i.e. 7th Feb The Union Cabinet may approve the new Income Tax Bill on Friday, paving …
Recent Updates on Income Tax, GST & Corporate Law: 6 February 2025 Income Tax Update 1: CBDT order for sharing information on Income Tax payers to the Department of Foods & Public Distribution The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), …
The decision of Kerala High Court is in line with the broader principle that procedural errors without revenue loss should not attract punitive action. The Kerala High Court, in the case of Maruthengal Moideen & Ors. v. State Tax Officer …
Latest Updates on Income Tax, GST & Corporate Law: 3 February 2025 Income Tax Update 1: New Scheme to ALP on International Transactions for a Block Period of 3 years In the budget 2025, the finance minister proposed a new …