GST News

Biometric Aadhaar Authentication Now Mandatory for GST Registration in Haryana, Manipur, Meghalaya & Tripura

09 December 2024 at 09:01

Advisory for Biometric-Based Aadhaar Authentication and Document Verification for GST Registration Applicants of Haryana, Manipur, Meghalaya and Tripura

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Aerated Beverage Industry Opposes GST Hike, Cites Growth Challenges

07 December 2024 at 09:06

The Indian Beverage Association (IBA) has raised concerns over the current 40% GST levied on aerated beverages, calling it a significant bottleneck for the industry's growth.

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Apparel Industry Opposes Proposed GST Hike by GoM, Warns of Growth Setbacks

07 December 2024 at 08:59

As the GST Council prepares to deliberate on recommendations from the Group of Ministers (GoM) on rate rationalization, the proposed hike in GST rates on readymade garments has stirred significant apprehension within the apparel industry.

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61 Kg Silver Seized in Jharkhand, GST Evasion Probe Underway

07 December 2024 at 08:59

The Government Railway Police (GRP) in Rourkela has seized approximately 61 kilograms of silver from a Jharkhand man, triggering a State GST inquiry into potential tax evasion.

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Rajkot Businessman Arrested for Alleged Rs 186 Crore GST Scam

07 December 2024 at 08:58

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) department has arrested Pragnesh Kantaria, the alleged mastermind behind a massive ₹186 crore GST scam.

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CBIC Amends Circular on Adjudication of DGGI Cases Under GST

05 December 2024 at 09:09

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued Circular No. 239/33/2024-GST, dated December 4, 2024, revising key provisions regarding the adjudication of show cause notices issued by officers of the DGGI.

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CBIC Announces Central Excise (Amendment) Rules, 2024

05 December 2024 at 09:08

In a significant update, the Ministry of Finance issued Notification No. 01/2024-Central Excise (N.T.) on December 3, 2024, amending key provisions of the Central Excise Rules, 2017.

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GST Evasion Cases in Gujarat: Over 12800 Cases Booked, 101 Arrests in 4 Years

05 December 2024 at 09:06

Central tax authorities have intensified efforts to combat Goods and Services Tax (GST) evasion in Gujarat, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revealing significant enforcement actions in the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday.

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GSTN Issues Advisory on Mandatory Sequential Filing of GSTR-7 Returns

05 December 2024 at 09:04

Advisory on Mandatory Sequential Filing of GSTR-7 Returns as per Notification No. 17/2024

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CBIC Clarifies: Media Reports on GST Rate Changes Are Premature and Speculative

04 December 2024 at 09:03

GST Council has neither received nor deliberated on any recommendations from the GoM. Until the GoM submits its report, and the Council discusses and makes decisions, any reports regarding GST rate changes remain speculative and without an official basis.

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