GST News

CBIC Notifies GST Exemptions for Vocational Education and Power Utility Services - Effective October 2024

09 October 2024 at 09:29

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued Notification No. 08/2024 dated October 8, 2024, introducing crucial amendments to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework.

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AIFs and Govt in Talks Over Taxation of 'Carry Income' Amid GST Concerns

08 October 2024 at 08:51

Recently, the Indian government has requested private equity and venture capital industry to explain how other countries tax fund managers, particularly in relation to the application of GST to 'carry earnings'

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J&K High Court Slams GST Authorities for Wrongfully Withholding Entrepreneur's Tax Refund

08 October 2024 at 08:37

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court recently penalized the Union Territory's GST Department with a Rs 30,000 fine for unjustly withholding a tax refund owed to M/s Hallmark, a garment manufacturer based in Jammu.

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Businessman Stages Semi-Naked Protest at Ghaziabad GST Office, Alleges Bribery and Harassment

07 October 2024 at 09:08

In a dramatic protest, Meerut-based iron trader Akshay Jain stripped down to his underwear at the Mohan Nagar GST office in Ghaziabad, alleging persistent harassment by officials of the department.

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SpiceJet Clears Four-Month Pending Salaries, Settles GST Dues and Deposits 10-Month PF Contributions

07 October 2024 at 09:00

SpiceJet announced on Friday that it has cleared all pending salary and GST dues, following the recent infusion of ₹3,000 crore through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) of shares on September 23.

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Tax Commissioner Conducts Surprise Inspection, Warns Traders on GST Evasion

07 October 2024 at 09:00

On Thursday, State Financial Commissioner (Taxation) Krishan Kumar conducted a surprise inspection in the old market area near Rainak Bazaar, uncovering a common practice of shop owners selling items without issuing bills to evade GST.

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GSTN Issues Advisory for Biometric Aadhaar Authentication for GST Applicants in Kerala, Nagaland & Telangana

07 October 2024 at 08:53

Advisory for Biometric-Based Aadhaar Authentication and Document Verification for GST Registration Applicants of Kerala, Nagaland and Telangana

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GSTN Adds TMBL Bank for GST Payments, Total Banks Now 30

05 October 2024 at 09:16

The Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) announced on October 4, 2024 that TMBL Bank has been added as a payment option on the GST Portal, increasing the total number of banks accepting GST payments to 30.

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GST Payments via UPI, Cards Now Available in Punjab & Uttarakhand; Canara Bank Added as New Payment Gateway

05 October 2024 at 09:16

In a recent update issued by the GSTN on October 4, 2024, businesses and taxpayers in Punjab and Uttarakhand can now conveniently make GST payments using UPI, Debit, and Credit Cards.

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DGGI Sends Over 300 Show-Cause Notices to Top Company Executives for Wrongful Availment of ITC

05 October 2024 at 09:15

The Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (DGGI) has issued more than 300 show-cause notices to promoters, directors, and senior management of various companies for allegedly wrongfully availing Input Tax Credit (ITC).

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