Articles by Raj Jaggi

Fee Collection Vs Service Supply: A GST Conundrum

Raj Jaggi 04 April 2026 at 10:19

When centralised fee collection meets decentralised training, GST raises a key question, who is the real supplier? Explore supplier identification, invoicing and ITC implications in this practical analysis.

Uploading is Not Communication Under GST

Raj Jaggi 02 April 2026 at 15:56

Allahabad High Court clarifies that mere uploading of GST notices on the portal does not amount to valid "communication" for limitation under Section 107, safeguarding taxpayers' right to appeal and reinforcing principles of natural justice in the digital tax regime.

Limitation Period Cannot Defeat Refund Of Statutory Pre-Deposit Under GST

Raj Jaggi 01 April 2026 at 10:43

A Routine GST Dispute with Far-Reaching ConsequencesUnder the GST regime, the right to appeal is not entirely unconditional. A taxpayer who wishes to challenge ..

Arbitration Award Under GST: Different Components, Different Tax Consequences

Raj Jaggi 30 March 2026 at 10:28

GST on arbitration awards isn't straightforward. Taxability hinges on whether payments are consideration or compensation. AAR clarifies key distinctions and GST implications.

Living in the present - Reflections from 150 articles on the many facets of human life

Raj Jaggi 28 March 2026 at 10:05

A reflective milestone marking the 150th article -exploring growth through discipline, simplicity and the power of living in the present with clarity, pure thoughts, and meaningful action.

When Time Makes Credit Costly - Interest On Retained ITC Under GST

Raj Jaggi 27 March 2026 at 16:27

Wrongly availed Input Tax Credit under GST can trigger interest liability, even without utilisation. Learn how delayed reversal and prolonged retention of ITC can quietly create financial risk for taxpayers.

A Typing Error, A Genuine Export: Law Restored Balance

Raj Jaggi 27 March 2026 at 09:25

GST refund denied due to a minor GSTR-1 error? The Supreme Court in Ruhi Siraj Makda v. Union of India (2026) upholds exporters’ rights, ruling that clerical mistakes cannot override genuine exports and IGST payments.

When The Search is Attacked, But The Evidence Still Stands

Raj Jaggi 26 March 2026 at 09:37

Can evidence survive an invalid search? Explore how the Karnataka High Court, guided by Pooran Mal v. Director of Inspection (Investigation) and reaffirmed in Dr. Naresh Kumar Garg v. State of Haryana, held that relevant material in GST proceedings remains admissible despite procedural irregularities.

The Thin Line Between "Supply For Export" And "Export Of Goods" Under GST

Raj Jaggi 25 March 2026 at 09:40

Not every supply linked to foreign movement qualifies as an export under GST. The Andhra Pradesh High Court clarifies that only the transaction directly causing goods to leave India earns zero-rated export status, highlighting the crucial distinction between "supply for export" and "export of goods."

No Supply, No GST: Lessons From An Arbitral Award

Raj Jaggi 24 March 2026 at 09:51

GST applies only when there is a "supply," not merely movement of money. This analysis explains why arbitral awards, refunds, and compensatory interest from pre-GST contracts may fall outside GST, highlighting key provisions of the CGST Act and principles of taxability.