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International Road Federation seeks GST cut on helmets, ambulances, essential medical equipment

The IRF is advocating for a GST rate cut to 5% on helmets and ambulances to improve road safety and accessibility. This change would reduce costs and potentially save lives.

Laundry Soap Below 500 Grams Not Eligible for 5% GST Concession: West Bengal AAR

The West Bengal AAR ruled that laundry soap under 500 grams does not qualify for the 5% GST rate. This impacts manufacturers and suppliers, requiring them to adjust pricing and...

Advance Ruling Application Dismissed as ITC Dispute was Already Pending Before Enforcement Authorities

An advance ruling application was dismissed due to a pending ITC dispute under investigation. This decision reinforces the principle that advance rulings cannot interfere with...

HC Directs GST Authorities to Reconsider GST Revocation Application Subject to Tax Dues Payment

High Courts are directing GST authorities to reconsider revocation applications upon payment of tax dues. This offers businesses a chance to rectify non-compliance and...

Can lawyer be jailed for his client’s case? Allahabad High Court drops major warning over FIR against GST advocate - The Indian Express

The Allahabad High Court quashed an FIR against a GST advocate, protecting legal professionals from unwarranted liability for their clients' actions. This decision emphasizes...

HC Upholds Rs 16.36 Crore GST Demand, Says Toll Collection Rights Part of Taxable Construction Service

High Court upholds ₹16.36 crore GST demand, classifying toll collection rights as taxable construction services. This decision impacts infrastructure companies and their GST...

GSTAT Upholds Anti-Profiteering Demand Against Siddha Infradev Over Unpassed ITC Benefits

The GSTAT upheld an anti-profiteering demand of ₹2.57 crore against Siddha Infradev for not passing on ITC benefits to customers. This decision emphasizes the need for...

West Bengal Reduced E-Way Bill Threshold and Included Job Work Transactions Compulsorily

West Bengal has reduced the E-Way Bill threshold to ₹50,000, now including job work, increasing the compliance burden for businesses. CAs and CFOs must ensure immediate...

GST Applicable on Commercial Temple Hair Collection Licences, Holds AAR

The AAR has determined that GST applies to commercial licenses for collecting hair from temples. This decision may increase tax liabilities for temples and necessitate...

SC stays Section 74 of the CGST Act proceedings Flagging Jurisdictional and Natural Justice Concerns, despite having Alternate Remedy

The Supreme Court stayed CGST Section 74 proceedings, citing jurisdictional and natural justice concerns. This decision impacts GST enforcement and taxpayer rights.

Preferential Location Charges (PLC) is taxable at the same GST rate applicable to construction services and cannot be treated as an independent supply: Punjab and Haryana High Court - taxo.online

Punjab & Haryana HC ruled Preferential Location Charges (PLC) are taxable at the same GST rate as construction services. This clarifies GST treatment and impacts developers and...

When the GST System Turns Against You: Challenging Arbitrary State Action Under Article 14

Businesses are using Article 14 to fight arbitrary GST actions, ensuring fair treatment and adherence to legal principles. This underscores the need for transparent and...

Gst 25 May 2026

AAR Clarifies Tax Classification for Puja-Use Rose Water Packs

The AAR, West Bengal, classified rose water for puja under HSN 3304, attracting 18% GST. This impacts manufacturers and suppliers of puja-related items, requiring correct GST...

Gst 25 May 2026

FM Nirmala Sitharaman pitches for customised credit models for MSMEs

FM Nirmala Sitharaman advocated for customized credit models for MSMEs, emphasizing technology-driven credit assessments. This initiative aims to improve financial access and...

Gst 25 May 2026

Bangladesh’s Growing Pakistan Defence Ties Raise Strategic Questions For India - The Times of India

Bangladesh’s Growing Pakistan Defence Ties Raise Strategic Questions For India The Times of India

Gst 24 May 2026

ATO finalises strict new tax rules for holiday homes - AFR

finalises strict new tax rules for holiday homes AFR

Gst 22 May 2026

25.05.2026: Supreme Court has formally entertained a challenge to the constitutional validity and interpretation of Section 16(2)(c) of the CGST Act. - taxo.online

Supreme Court has formally entertained a challenge to the constitutional validity and interpretation of Sect

Gst 21 May 2026

Haryana Government Extends Time Limit for Filing Appeals before the GST Appellate Tribunal under Section 112(1) of the HGST Act, 2017 - A2Z Taxcorp LLP

Haryana Government Extends Time Limit for Filing Appeals before the GST Appellate Tribunal under Section 112(1) of the H

Gst 20 May 2026

What Are GST Dept.’s Time Limits for SCNs and Adjudication Orders for FY 2018-19 to 2026-27 - Juris Hour

What Are GST Dept.’s Time Limits for SCNs and Adjudication Orders for FY 2018-19 to 2026-27 Juris Hour

Gst 19 May 2026

Whether Compensation Can Be Treated as ‘Supply’ Under GST ? Delhi HC Grants Interim Relief to IndiGo - Juris Hour

Whether Compensation Can Be Treated as ‘Supply’ Under GST ? Delhi HC Grants Interim Relief to IndiGo Juris Hour

Gst 18 May 2026

High Court Grants Bail in GST Fake Invoicing Economic Offence Case

High Court Grants Bail in GST Fake Invoicing Economic Offence Case Studycafe

Gst 17 May 2026

When Merits Prevailed Over Procedure- A Landmark Rajasthan High Court Verdict On GST Appeals

When Merits Prevailed Over Procedure- A Landmark Rajasthan High Court Verdict On GST Appeals CAclubindia

Gst 16 May 2026

GST Proceedings Cannot Survive Omitted Rule Without Saving Clause: Calcutta HC

Proceedings Cannot Survive Omitted Rule Without Saving Clause: Calcutta HC Studycafe

Tata Steel Gets Relief On Limitation Jharkhand HC Allows Filing Of Appeal Against GST Order Within 4 Weeks Despite Dismi

Jharkhand HC allowed Tata Steel to file a GST appeal after the limitation period. This offers Tata Steel an opportunity to contest the GST order.

Council Should Consider Lowering Tax On Household Insecticides To 5 PC EY Hica Report The Economic Times

A joint EY-HICA report recommends slashing GST on household insecticides from 18% to 5% to improve affordability and combat vector-borne diseases. The move aims to bridge the...

Evasion Probe Two Neokred Execs Sent To Judicial Custody The Times Of India

Two Neokred executives were jailed on May 23, 2026, for alleged GST evasion of ₹23 crore using fake ITC claims. The case underscores the government's crackdown on GST fraud and...

Refund Of Tax Paid Twice By Mistake Cannot Be Denied On Ground Of Limitation Under Section 54 Of The GST Act

The Allahabad High Court ruled that GST refund claims for taxes paid by mistake cannot be denied on limitation. This decision offers relief to taxpayers who have made duplicate...

Life Insurers Log 16 Premium Growth In Fy26 On GST Relief Shift To High Margin Products The Economic Times

Life insurers saw a 16% premium growth in FY26 due to GST rate cuts on high-margin products. This shift necessitates strategic product realignment for continued success.

Form 146 Mandatory New CA Certificate Rules For Foreign Remittances In 2026

Form 146 CA certificate is now mandatory for foreign remittances exceeding ₹15 lakh to curb tax evasion. Non-compliance can lead to penalties under Section 271H.