GST News

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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Tax Consultant Booked for Misusing Client's GST Number in Rs 73 Lakh Fraud Case

12 August 2025 at 09:07

Jawahar Nagar police in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar have booked a tax consultant for allegedly misusing a client's GST number to execute fraudulent transactions worth Rs 73.63 lakh

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State to Tighten GST Scrutiny After Rs 3000 Crore ITC Fraud Cases Surface

12 August 2025 at 08:52

State to intensify GST checks after Rs 3000 crore ITC frauds; high-turnover dealers face stricter registration, tighter monitoring and special audits.

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Excise & GST Teams Raid Over a Dozen High-End Salons in City for Alleged GST Evasion

12 August 2025 at 08:46

Excise & GST teams raid 12+ luxury salons in city over alleged 18% GST evasion; records seized, inspections to expand, penalties likely for violators.

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Government Appoints 31 Technical Members (Centre) to State Benches of GST Appellate Tribunal

11 August 2025 at 09:08

Government appoints 31 retired and serving IRS officers as Technical Members (Centre) in state benches of GST Appellate Tribunal, effective September 1, 2025, to boost GST dispute resolution efficiency.

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