Most GST disputes arise from misread notifications, not tax evasion: CA explains why

Highlighting a recurring pattern in GST litigation and audits, the financial expert pointed out that notifications cannot be ...
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Calcutta HC Set Aside GST Appeal Order for Penalty Enhancement Without Hearing

The High Court quashed an ex-parte appellate order after finding that penalty was enhanced without giving the taxpayer an opportunity of hearing. The ruling holds that such enhancement violates ...

Budget likely to see five key amendments in GST Laws to ease compliances, reduce litigation

The changes aim to omit the requirement of establishing the discount in terms of an agreement entered into before or at the ...
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GST Appeal Pre-Deposit Can Be Paid Using Input Tax Credit: SC

The Supreme Court held that the mandatory GST appeal pre-deposit need not be paid only in cash. Valid input tax credit in the Electronic Credit Ledger can be used, easing cash-flow pressure on ...

Budget 2026 income tax: Will GST-style fewer tax slabs be brought under new income tax regime?

Budget 2026 income tax expectations: Will FM Nirmala Sitharaman reduce the number of tax slabs under the new income tax ...

Can’t act solo on GST cut for air purifiers ahead of next Council meet: Centre tells Delhi High Court

Next GST Council meeting likely after the Budget, with government sources flagging pan-India impact if any rate cut on air ...