GST News

SGST Department Arrests Two Company Directors for Rs 50 Crore GST Evasion Through Fake ITC Claims

15 August 2025 at 07:29

SGST arrests two company directors in Rs 50 crore GST evasion cases involving fake invoices and fraudulent ITC claims, as authorities intensify crackdown on tax fraud

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Ministry of Defence to Reimburse 18% GST on Defence R&D Grants for Start-Ups and MSMEs

15 August 2025 at 07:04

MoD to reimburse 18% GST to private start-ups and MSMEs on defence R&D grants under iDEX and TDF schemes, offering interim relief until GST Council decides on permanent exemption.

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GSTN Launches "Navigate to GSTR-1A" on GST Portal

15 August 2025 at 07:04

GSTN introduces the "Navigate to GSTR-1A" feature on the GSTR-3B payment page, allowing taxpayers to easily review, edit and correct sales data before filing returns, ensuring greater accuracy and compliance.

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CAG Flags Gaps in GST E-Way Bill System

15 August 2025 at 07:00

CAG’s audit of the GST E-Way Bill system reveals ₹576.86 crore in revenue loss due to tax evasion, urges tighter monitoring, alerts for misuse, and improved enforcement to protect government revenue.

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PG in Bengaluru Faces Backlash Over 12% GST on Online Rent Payments

14 August 2025 at 09:23

A Bengaluru PG's notice demanding cash-only rent to dodge 12% GST on online payments has ignited a social media debate over tax evasion, tenant rights, and transparency in the rental market.

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Karnataka GST Evasion Cases Soar Five-Fold in FY25, Highest in Three Years

13 August 2025 at 09:21

Karnataka sees a five-fold rise in GST evasion cases in FY25, with Rs 39,577 crore detected - the highest in three years. FM Nirmala Sitharaman clarifies no UPI-based notices from the Centre.

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DGGI Issues Takedown Notice to Google Over 6 Online Gaming Sites for GST Evasion

13 August 2025 at 09:10

DGGI issues takedown notice to Google against six online gaming platforms for GST evasion, citing security concerns and failure to register in India.

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Banks Propose Rs 1 Crore GST Slab to Ease Compliance and Boost Digital Payments

13 August 2025 at 09:03

The Department of Financial Services is reviewing GST registration thresholds, with banks suggesting raising the annual turnover limit for merchants to Rs 1 crore, amid concerns over compliance burden and digital payment adoption.

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No GST Notices Issued Based on UPI Transactions, Clarifies FM Nirmala Sitharaman

13 August 2025 at 08:54

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarifies that no GST notices have been issued by Central GST authorities based on UPI transactions, addressing concerns over small business tax scrutiny.

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ICAI Launches Practical Guide to GST Disputes to Empower CAs in Litigation and Representation

12 August 2025 at 09:13

ICAI releases Practical Guide to GST Disputes to help Chartered Accountants master GST litigation, evidence handling, appeals, and representation, updated till May 31, 2025.

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