A private company's MD purchased a premium briefcase for Rs. 55,000 as a gift for a vendor, with the invoice in the company's name and GST claimed. The discussion focuses on the correct accounting treatment, suggesting it be booked as sales promotion expenses. It also highlights the applicability of 10% TDS under Section 194R and clarifies that GST input tax is not eligible for gifts.
10 August 2023
A Luxurious briefcase was purchased by MD of our Company Rs.55 K. Invoice is in Company's Name. GST is also claimed. This Brief case is purchased as a gift to be given to one of our vendors. Kindly suggest the Accounting treatment and impact under IT Act