In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India has held that it is not mandatory for a complaint under the Negotiable Instruments Act to detail the specific administrative role of company directors in cheque dishonour cases. The verdict reinforces …
The Supreme Court on Wednesday continued hearing the high-stakes Goods and Services Tax (GST) dispute involving online gaming companies like Gameskraft. On Day 12 of the proceedings, senior advocate Tarun Gulati presented arguments on behalf of two leading gaming platforms, …
In a landmark development, the Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed its stance on allowing Input Tax Credit (ITC) for commercial real estate developers on construction expenses for properties intended for lease. On May 20, 2025, a two-judge bench comprising …
The Union Government informed the Supreme Court that the scope of review petitions challenging the Vijay Madanlal Choudhary judgment—which upheld key provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002—must be confined to two specific issues flagged during the admission stage. …
The Central Government informed the Supreme Court that it does not differentiate between games of skill and games of chance when it comes to the application of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on online gaming. According to the Centre, all …
In a significant judgment, the Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed that granting bail is the norm, even in cases involving alleged offences under Section 132 of the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act, 2017, unless there are extraordinary circumstances justifying denial. The …
On May 2, 2025, the Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment in the Bhushan Power and Steel Limited (BPSL) insolvency case, significantly redefining the scope and application of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016. By overturning the 2020 ruling of …
The Supreme Court of India is set to commence final hearings on May 5, 2025, in the high-stakes Goods and Services Tax (GST) dispute concerning the online gaming industry. The outcome of this landmark case could significantly shape the regulatory …
In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India clarified the application of Section 34 of the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC), reaffirming that courts have the authority to determine interest rates in the absence of a specific contractual agreement …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
The Supreme Court quashed the FIR, terming the allegations baseless and an abuse of the legal process. The Supreme Court has set aside an FIR against a former Assistant Excise Commissioner of Uttar Pradesh, accused of holding disproportionate assets (DA) …
The Supreme Court’s decision to stay the GST proceedings provides a temporary reprieve for online gaming companies The Supreme Court has temporarily halted Goods and Services Tax (GST) proceedings against 49 online gaming companies, following a request from the Centre. …
The decision of the Supreme Court in this case is likely to have a significant impact on how tax authorities enforce the CGST Act and whether cash can be legally seized in future investigations. In light of differing opinions from …
This dispute centers on whether the central government has the authority to impose taxes on land sales, as development rights are considered incidental to these transactions. A significant legal battle has emerged as a real estate developer escalates the issue …
The court stressed the importance of adhering strictly to legal procedures, particularly in cases involving arrests under section 69 of the GST Act. In a significant directive, the Supreme Court has instructed the Centre to refrain from using threats or …
The supreme court advised MSMEs associated with Vyapar Mandal to seek relief through the respective high courts if needed. In a recent development, the Supreme Court dismissed a petition by the Federation of All India Vyapar Mandal contesting the constitutionality …
The Supreme Court raised questions about the ambiguity surrounding section 69 of the GST Act, particularly concerning the powers of arrest. In a significant development, the Supreme Court has directed the Centre to provide detailed information regarding the issuance of …