GST News

GSTN Enables UPI and Card Payments for GST - Now Live in 23 States

09 August 2025 at 09:06

GSTN launches UPI and card payment options for GST dues, now live in 23 States, enabling faster, hassle-free tax payments and boosting digital compliance.

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ED Raids 8 Locations in Rs 730 Crore Fake GST Scam Linked to 135 Shell Firms

09 August 2025 at 08:59

ED raids eight locations in Jharkhand, Kolkata, and Mumbai in a Rs 730 crore fake GST scam linked to 135 shell firms. Probe uncovers Rs 5,000 crore fake invoices amid rising ITC fraud cases.

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Centre Plans Persuasion Strategy to Bring More Retail Traders Under GST

09 August 2025 at 08:55

The Centre plans a persuasion-based approach to bring more traders under GST, avoiding backlash from aggressive state drives using UPI data, while focusing on awareness and formalisation of small businesses.

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CGST Delhi South Commissionerate Uncovers Rs 16.30 Crore GST Evasion in 3 Firms, Key Accused Arrested

08 August 2025 at 08:49

The CGST Delhi South Commissionerate has detected Rs 16.30 crore GST evasion in three manpower and facility management firms. A key director was arrested and remanded to judicial custody as investigations continue.

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Accountant Hacks GST Portal of Greater Noida Firm, Steals Rs 1.80 Crore via Fake Invoices

07 August 2025 at 09:19

Accountant in Greater Noida booked for siphoning off Rs 1.80 crore using fake GST invoices worth Rs 10 crore. Fraud detected during audit; FIR filed under cheating, forgery & cybercrime laws.

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Parliamentary Panel Urges Finance Ministry to Expedite GSTAT Bench Appointments Across India

07 August 2025 at 09:06

A parliamentary panel has urged the Finance Ministry to adopt a time-bound plan to operationalise GSTAT benches nationwide, citing delays in member appointments and their impact on GST dispute resolution.

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Over 91,000 GST Evasion & 44,000 ITC Fraud Cases Detected in 5 Years, Says Finance Ministry

06 August 2025 at 09:17

The Finance Ministry informed Lok Sabha that while GST collections have largely met targets from FY21 to FY25, tax evasion cases surged to over 91,000, with Rs 7.08 lakh crore detected. Measures like e-invoicing and Project Anveshan aim to curb fraud.

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GST on LIC Premiums: No Reduction Yet, GoM Seeks More Time

06 August 2025 at 09:03

The Government is reviewing GST on LIC premiums, with no final decision yet. A Group of Ministers is evaluating the matter and their upcoming report may lead to possible tax relief for life insurance policyholders.

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GST Council may Offer Amnesty to Small Vendors Flagged via UPI Data: Tax Commissioner

06 August 2025 at 08:50

GST Council may grant amnesty from interest and penalties to small vendors flagged through UPI data, says Central Tax Commissioner Kotraswamy M.

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Centre Appoints 31 Technical and 52 Judicial Members to GSTAT Across India

06 August 2025 at 08:41

Govt of India appoints 83 members to GST Appellate Tribunal, aiming to fast-track GST dispute resolution and enhance judicial and technical expertise.

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